Homeowners urged to do one thing to washing machine to stop clothes going mouldy

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A washing machine specialist has stressed the importance of a little-known feature on washing machines that could be causing damage to the machine and potentially lead to mouldy clothes if not maintained.White goods brand Beko is advising homeowners to regularly inspect their washing machine to prevent issues, highlighting that many could overlook the essential maintenance of the appliance's filter.Most washing machines have a concealed flap near the base concealing a filter, which requires routine cleaning to ensure the smooth running of the machine, the Express reports.Salah Sun, Head of Product Marketing at Beko Plc UK and Ireland, urged: "Cleaning your filter is a standard part of your maintenance, but many people might not think to clean it or even know where it is. "You can find this behind a little door at the bottom of your washing machine, simply open the square panel and you should find your filter.

You should be checking your filter every three or four months." To avoid spills when checking the filter, place an absorbent material like towels or a drip tray underneath.

Some models may have a drainage hose that allows water egress before opening - however, this feature is not universal.They continued: "You can then twist the filter and pull it out.

The more often you check your filter, the less water build up and smell it should have."You might even find some money, lost safety pins, and other foreign objects hiding inside.