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Is the viral dishwasher tablet hack dissentious your washing machine? – We ask the experts

A new washing car cleaning hack has been sweeping beyond Facebook. All the same, manufacturers warn it could be damaging your washing machine.

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A mum from an Australian Facebook group Mums who Make clean introduced the cleaning fans to the dishwasher tablet washing auto hack. She revealed how popping a dishwasher tablet into a hot launder had left her washing machine pristine.

Washing machine hack

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Soon everyone was giving the hack a spin, posting photos of their grubby washing machine h2o mid-cycle. One twitter user raved about the cleaning tip claiming: 'I tried the hack of putting a dish washer tablet in your washing auto to clean information technology. Oh my goodness it's amazing. It's actually sparkling!!!'

So I tried the hack of putting a dish washer tablet in your washing machine to clean in and oh my goodness it'southward amazing. It's actually sparkling!!!!!

— shannon hogarth (@_shannonhogarth) February 1, 2020

So, the washing machine tip definitely seems to remove the build-up of clay from the within of the car. However, could the hack be damaging your machines rather than helping information technology work more than efficiently?

What the experts say…

We spoke to an expert and can reveal that while the hack will not cause any serious damage, it isn't recommend.

'Cleaning your washing auto is essential to go rid of the dirt, mould and bacteria that will have built up in the drum and pipes,' explains Lauren Clark, AO.com'south large appliance practiced. 'Not only this, but information technology will ensure that the machine runs efficiently and keeps your clothes looking bright and fresh.

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'Dishwasher tablets are unlikely to cause serious impairment to your apparatus. Simply we'd advise that people follow the manufacturer instructions on how to clean the machine equally these differ with each model and blazon. Many at present even have their own cleaning program to do so.'

For safe manufacturer-approved tips to keep your washing auto smelling fresh have a wait at our how to clean your washing machine.

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'Instead of using dishwasher tablets, nosotros'd suggest adding either normal detergent, a cup of bicarbonate of soda, vinegar or limescale and grease remover to your pulsate on an empty wash for the best results,' Lauren recommends. 'Select the longest and hottest cycle on your apparatus at least once a month to get the best results.'