Smelly Washer (Closed)
7/07/2009 08:30:00 AM
Last year, our washing machine died. I mean it literally spun itself to death. No matter how hard we tried, we couldn't fix it. But with a family of 7, I cannot be without a washer.We didn't have a lot of money, (does anybody?), and we couldn't afford to wait to save up the money to buy a new washer, so we had to visit the local re-built appliance store and buy a very old, very used washer. I have hated this thing since we bought it, but we had no choice. The thing that was the worst was the horrible stench that I just could not get rid of, no matter how much I scrubbed, or how many loads of bleach I put through it.
When Smelly Washer contacted me and asked if I'd like to do a review, I jumped at the chance! Maybe, just maybe, I would finally get rid of those horrible Washing Machine Smells.
The package arrived, and I just couldn't wait. I tore it open, read the *very* easy directions, and got to work. I was impressed with how easy the directions were to follow. I was expecting to have to tear my washing machine apart to get it to smell better. It wasn't that way at all! Smelly Washer was super easy to use!
I had to let the washing machine sit overnight with the Smelly Washer inside. And, I'll be honest - it took 3 treatments, but if you had seen - or smelled - my washing machine before this, you totally would understand why.
After those 3 treatments, I was blown away. The inside of my washing machine sparkled, and guess what?! No more Stinky Washing Machine! It was awesome!! I could open the washing machine and not gag from the horrible smells. And now I actually feel like my clothes are really getting clean. I mean smell-good-want-to-wear-them-all-the-time clean.
And, that's not all. (Can you even believe that there's MORE?!) On the label, it says that you can also use Smelly Washer to get rid of the mildew smells from your towels. And it's true! I wash my towels every day. (I have this phobia about fresh towels. My apologies to the environmentalists.) Yet, even with washing them every day, they never smelled fresh. They were clean, but you know how that mildew scent can linger? ICK. I just hate that.
I decided to wash a load of towels in the Smelly Washer just to see if it would work. After following the easy directions and washing the towel, I was anxious to see how they would smell when they came out of the dryer.
Do you know what I smelled? I smelled the scent of the dryer sheets I bought. That was it. It wasn't masking the mildew-y smell that lingers on the towels - that smell was gone!
I am now Smelly Washer's biggest fan. Really! Who knew you could love something like Washer Cleaner so much? But they made me actually like the thing I hated most in this house. I'm still amazed at how my washing machine doesn't stink anymore! At just $16.99 a bottle, it is definitely an investment worth making!
Now if only they could do something about my husband's smelly cowboy boots........
Want to try Smelly Washer for yourself?
If you don't want to wait, Smelly Washer is allowing me to give my readers 10% off any purchase on their website! Simply enter code angelavinez at checkout. Save some green - and get a clean washing machine! (Yes, I know I rhymed. Sorry.) Please note that this discount will not last long! It expires August 31st, so don't wait too long. Purchase your Smelly Washer today.
Smelly Washer is also allowing me to give away a bottle to 2 of my readers. Do you have a stinky washing machine? Enter to win!
To Enter:
*Visit the Smelly Washer website and then leave a comment here telling me why you'd like to try Smelly Washer.
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If you already do any of the above, you qualify. Please leave a comment for each of the extra entries you complete. However, you must first leave the required comment as stated above. The contest will end Tuesday, July 21st at 11:59pm (EST), and TWO winners will be selected via random.org. Winners will be announced on Tuesday, July 14th and will have 48 hours to claim their prize, or it will be forfeited.
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July 7, 2009 10:26 AM
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July 7, 2009 10:27 AM
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July 7, 2009 10:52 AM
I, too, am plagued by a washing machine that smells. After visiting Smelly Washer's FAQs, I now understand why - washing in cold water, over-usage of detergent, using liquid detergent, etc. I'm guilty of it all! This sounds like a terrific product. I hope I win!
July 7, 2009 10:54 AM
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July 7, 2009 4:11 PM
This is somthing I TOTALLY would buy. I also hate the smell of mildew on towels....between the bath towels and pool towels with 7 children at home I'am forever doing laundry. I recently just purchased ALL white towels just so that I can put in pure bleach to get them to smell like fresh clean towels. I would love to give this a try.
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July 7, 2009 7:22 PM
I just got a new washer and plan on keeping it clean and natural- the other had such nasty buildup it was totally gross
July 7, 2009 7:26 PM
I am impressed that one bottle will last for almost a year and that I can use it in a front loader.
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I like that it only takes a tiny bit and that it therefore lasts a long time.
July 8, 2009 3:17 PM
I'd like this to eliminate any possible irritants since my husband has developed a rash that may have precipitated from the laundry products that aren't dissolving.
July 8, 2009 5:49 PM
I would like to use this to get rid of the smell that sometimes occurs..
Thank you for the chance
tatertot374@sbcglobal.net
July 8, 2009 9:48 PM
We bought a front loading washer a little over a year ago and I have been plagued with a smelly washer almost from day one. I leave the door open and that helps, but would love to get rid of the smell and keep the door closed. Thanks for the chance!
sueellison@hcecwildblue.com
July 8, 2009 11:10 PM
one sniff of my son and you know I need this!
July 9, 2009 12:52 AM
its the only all natural prodcut to clean washers
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July 9, 2009 12:53 AM
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July 9, 2009 3:20 PM
I like that 1 tbsp is guaranteed to remove odor!
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July 9, 2009 3:21 PM
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July 9, 2009 6:26 PM
Great Prize :)
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July 9, 2009 6:30 PM
July 9, 2009 7:40 PM
guilty of lots the the reasons for a stinky washer.My husband and son buld houses so there clothes are really stinky from the lumber and the sweat. I need this!!
July 9, 2009 11:45 PM
Well, I need to try this. We have a really smelly washer which is going almost non-stop. One day it will die like yours did. So if I win I am willing to put this product to the test!
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July 9, 2009 11:46 PM
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July 10, 2009 8:14 AM
July 10, 2009 2:03 PM
I want to try smelly washer because nothing else I have tried works!
July 10, 2009 3:56 PM
I like that it gets rid of mold and mildew smell!
ehhogan@bellsouth.net
July 10, 2009 9:53 PM
front loading washers needs to be checked often for stinkiness
July 10, 2009 10:46 PM
I have noticed my washing machine is starting to smell bad and I'm really worried about it. It makes me feel like my clothes aren't getting clean. I really want to try this stuff!
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July 10, 2009 10:48 PM
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July 10, 2009 10:50 PM
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July 10, 2009 10:52 PM
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July 11, 2009 12:53 AM
Neat idea. I don't think I've ever seen a product like this before!
Thanks for entering me! Great Contest!
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July 11, 2009 2:56 AM
My husband's clothes are disgusting when he comes home from work. I could really use a product like this. I can't tell you how many times I have ran empty loads with bleach to clean my washing machine, it uses so much water because I use the extra rise cycle to make sure I don't bleach the next load.
July 11, 2009 9:31 AM
I learned that overuse of detergent can make your washer smell bad. I would love to try Smelly Washer to see if it would work for my washer!
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July 11, 2009 9:33 AM
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July 12, 2009 3:39 PM
I'd love to try this!!
July 12, 2009 8:35 PM
July 12, 2009 8:59 PM
Because my washer is a bit funky and this sounds like it might work.
July 13, 2009 5:54 AM
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The main cause of front load or top load stink is overuse of detergents
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July 14, 2009 8:33 AM
My machine needs repair and I just know it's going to smell of oil or whatever else is newly fixed and greased. Needing to wash a lot of diapers and baby clothes, I'd like to see if Smelly Washer can help keep everything fresh without resorting to chemicals to mask bad smells.
July 14, 2009 3:12 PM
I'd like to try Smelly Washer because it sounds so easy, and sounds like a product that would work.
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July 15, 2009 6:27 AM
July 15, 2009 7:05 PM
I am impressed that it removes bad mildew odors from clothes. We just moved and some of my packed clothing smells terrible! (We had a flood at our old place, and as hard as I tried, water damage happened and I think my clothes suffered some of it). I would love, love, love to try this! Thanks for the giveaway!
luckymegs1981 AT yahoo DOT com
July 15, 2009 10:22 PM
I'd love to try this because my washer gets so musty smelling and nothing works.
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July 15, 2009 10:53 PM
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July 16, 2009 8:24 AM
It removes mold and mildew. This would be fantastic. It gives me the creeps knowing it's in there.
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July 16, 2009 4:24 PM
I like that Smelly Washer eliminates the embarrassment of moldy smelling clothes, towels, and linens. Please accept my entry. Thank you.
July 17, 2009 11:08 AM
Ever since I got my front load washer, I have had trouble with a stinky washer.
July 17, 2009 5:58 PM
I have tried to get rid of that nasty smell using bleach (like you did) and the washer still smells bad. As soon as the washer is done with a load, I hurry and get the clothes into the dryer or hang them outside, cause if they sit in the washer the clothes stink too. I could use some help.
Thanks!
July 18, 2009 9:58 AM
July 18, 2009 2:08 PM
I don't notice it, but my kids ask why the washer stinks. I tried running it with a bottle of vinegar in the water (without clothes) but they say it still smells. Guess I really need this product!!
July 18, 2009 8:16 PM
i love that this can be used on a front load machine! anyone who has one knows how nasty that rubber gasket can get!!
July 18, 2009 11:30 PM
July 19, 2009 11:18 AM
I work in a foundry. I get metal dust in my clothes. This really makes a mess in my washer . The dust turn everything in my washer orange(rust).I need help!
July 19, 2009 12:59 PM
I'd like to try this all natural product to get the smell outof our washer!
July 19, 2009 1:02 PM
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July 19, 2009 3:03 PM
My washer could use a good cleaning/sanitizing/de-stinking after washing cloth dipes in it for several years! lol
July 19, 2009 3:03 PM
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July 19, 2009 5:16 PM
I have had my washer for years and yes it does stink. The thought of all that fungus buildup is gross.Thanks for the chance
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July 20, 2009 1:29 AM
I'd like to try it because my washer smells and this product looks easy to use
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My washer smells from well water this products seem like it would work.
erma.hurtt@sbcglobal.net
July 20, 2009 12:20 PM
I would like to try it because we have a smelly washer and because it is a green product.
July 20, 2009 3:42 PM
I would like it because my washer is getting stinky and it sounds great!
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July 20, 2009 3:42 PM
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July 20, 2009 3:49 PM
One tbsp is guaranteed to remove odor.
July 20, 2009 5:21 PM
I want to try this because my washer leaves half of my clothes and towels smelling horribe and I have to rewash them so this will help me SO much.
July 20, 2009 8:06 PM
I'd like to try this because I have a smelly washer and the other products that I have tried don't seem to have gotten rid of the odor.
July 20, 2009 9:34 PM
I'd like to try this because my washer is starting to have a funky smell. I'd also like to try this on my towels (I don't wash mine every day).
braaisjo at gmail dot com
July 20, 2009 10:53 PM
I would like to try this as my washer is smelly
July 21, 2009 3:09 AM
I don't think there is anything more frustrating than a smelly washer. It feels almost contradictory to put clothes in a washer to get clean when the washer doesn't smell clean itself! I would love to try this product out!
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July 21, 2009 3:11 AM
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July 21, 2009 4:21 AM
I would like to try it just for what you posted about the towels. It sounds like a great product.
July 21, 2009 4:22 AM
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July 21, 2009 4:26 AM
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July 21, 2009 12:00 PM
This would be great because we do occasionally forget a load in the washer and that leaves a stink!
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July 21, 2009 1:12 PM
I hate the smell of mildew on towels.
July 21, 2009 1:31 PM
Our washer sure could use this would be nice to get that smell away that washers get!
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July 21, 2009 4:34 PM
id love to try this it sounds great..many times my daughter has left loads of clothes in the washer for a few days and OMG i hate that smell and it doesnt seem to go away :(
July 21, 2009 4:35 PM
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July 21, 2009 4:36 PM
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July 21, 2009 4:55 PM
I would like this because I hate the mildewy smell of the washer.
July 21, 2009 7:06 PM
I have a front load washer, it is fairly new, but it always seems to have a stale smell to it. I have tried leaving the door open to dry out, but that doesn't seem to help. I hope I win this to see if it helps. Thanks!!!
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July 21, 2009 9:53 PM
I'd like to try it because I've been stumped on how to get rid of the icky smell
July 21, 2009 11:03 PM
I would like to try Smelly Washer because it's all natural!
July 21, 2009 11:45 PM
I'd like to try this because my kids are always leaving things in the washer.
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July 21, 2009 11:45 PM
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