Yes, you can use lemon juice in the washing machine, and it will make an excellent alternative for a stain remover!
Lemon juice is the perfect solution to brightening up any of your garments that may be starting to look a little dull, yellow, or even slightly grey.
Adding Lemon Juice in With Your Wash Cycle
The best way to incorporate lemon juice into your washing routine would be to add half a cup of it into your favourite wash cycle, along with your usual detergent.
If you’re uncertain where to add the lemon juice, the detergent dispenser would be best, otherwise, simply add it to the drum before you put the clothes in.
This amount of lemon should be safe for both white and coloured garments but should probably only be used on cottons and polyesters.
When the cycle is over your clothes should come out with the whites even brighter than before and with the added bonus of a light citrusy scent.
Using Lemon Juice to Clean Your Machine
Lemon juice is also an incredibly useful ingredient when it comes to cleaning your washing machine itself! It’s especially effective if your machine has a lingering unpleasant smell that won’t seem to go away.
If you have vinegar and lemons in your cupboard, then you’ve got everything you need to ensure your machine is sparkling and smell-free.
Simply grab a cloth and wet it with some vinegar which you can use to wipe down the outside of your machine.
Next, you can pour one cup of vinegar and one cup of lemon juice into the drum of your machine before running the machine on a hot cycle option to ensure all germs and mould inside are fully eradicated.
Once the cycle has ended, leave the door of the machine open overnight so that the inside can dry properly, and the pleasant lemony scent can linger in the air of your house.
Conclusion
Lemon juice is the perfect addition to your laundry routine, especially if you’re looking for an environmentally friendly alternative to bleach or other whiteners.
It may not be the most cost-effective option when compared to bleach or bicarbonate of soda, but it guarantees a successful wash cycle as well as a lovely lasting fragrance.
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