I finally learned how to use the laundry tub properly — and it completely changed the way I do laundry.

Common mistake: Overfilling.
It’s tempting to add a little more laundry, especially when the laundry is very dirty, but it’s one of the worst things you can do. Overfilling compartments can cause clogs, leaks, and insufficient flushing. It can also leave sticky residue on the laundry.

Instead, follow the maximum fill mark on the inside of the drawer. A small adjustment like this can significantly improve your washing results.

Results:
After following these steps, the change was undeniable. My clothes were softer, brighter, and smelled better. Even the towels, which had previously been rough, had become soft again.

It also made me realize how much my machine was struggling. Without the residue that blocked the flow of laundry, it ran quieter and more efficiently.

Now, I take care to deep clean the laundry tub every few weeks. It takes less than ten minutes, but it keeps my washing machine running like it did on day one.

A little attention makes all the difference.
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Your washing machine takes care of some of your most used laundry (clothes, sheets, towels), but it’s easy to forget that it also needs maintenance. Cleaning the laundry tray regularly not only improves the quality of your wash, but also extends the life of your appliance.

If your clothes aren’t as fresh as they used to be, there’s no need to rush to buy laundry detergent or blame the machine. Open the laundry bin, clean it thoroughly, and you’ll see the difference.

It’s one of those little lessons in everyday life that changes everything once you know it—the kind of lesson that makes you wonder how you ever did without it.