Front load w/d stinky towels - Phentermine.com

twinzymom · July 30th, 2007, 12:08 PM

This really doesn't have anything to do with Phen, but does anyone own a front load washer and dryer and if you do....do your towels (and just about ONLY towels...) reek like funky mildew? HELP...Im tired of going to Kohls every few weeks to replace the bad ones. I have tried everything, and they just smell....

Choco-cat · July 30th, 2007, 01:10 PM

I had that problem last summer but not yet this summer yet. I think the only way to avoid it was to wash on hot, pull them out of the washer as soon as it stopped, and dry them on high heat so as to minimize the amount of time that they were actually wet. I'm thinking that helped my situation last summer. I never did find out why it was happening though.

Good luck!

terilyn61 · July 31st, 2007, 05:41 AM

I looked at those and the guy at Lowe's said, depending on which kind you have, that the rubber seal around the door can mildew or water is getting trapped somewhere in the machine itself. I would find a repairman not associated with Kohl's, maybe one you can trust, to at least look at it and give you an opinion. One company has lawsuits because of their models but I can't remember which one. Whoever it is has just about gone bankrupt because of them. Hope that helps.

lmball · July 31st, 2007, 06:00 AM

Are you buying the same kind of towels? Maybe that's the problem.

2getskinnysoon · July 31st, 2007, 08:24 AM

Well, if it's the machine.. big problem.

If its the towels... I would try putting some oxyclean in with your wash and maybe a little bleach. When the agitator starts, stop the machine and let the load soak for about 10-15 mintues. Then run the rinse cycle twice... this should really get the load clean. Be sure to put into the dryer right away so the mold can't start.

With all loads if you stop during the washing cycle and let sit for 10-15 then resume.. you will find your clothes get cleaner. Soaking in the soap for a little longer makes all the difference. I use Tide powder and LOVE it...

twinzymom · July 31st, 2007, 11:29 AM

That would be great, but you can't open a front loader while it's running....Nope all towels stink. I should call again the manufacturer, they told me to leave the door open when not using, but that hasn't helped.

jaysma · August 7th, 2007, 09:55 AM

I don't have a front load washer, but have had mildew smell on clothes before as a result of leaving them in the washer too long (went out of town & forgot I had a load in the washer). Vinegar works magic! Add a cup of vinegar to the smelly towels in the wash and the odor will be gone.

I use vinegar in the wash to take out other smells as well. Dog bed, blankets used camping, etc.

amy71 · August 12th, 2007, 06:34 AM

I have several friends who have these issues. They finally were told they MUST!!!!!!!!! use the High Efficiency ...or whatever that is called..laundry detergent.

It's super $$, but has to be cheaper than new towels all the time and the aggrivation it is causing you.

July 30th, 2007, 12:08 PM	#1 (permalink)
twinzymom Silver Phenster Join Date: May 2007 Location: Iowa Posts: 365 Lost Weight: 32 Current Weight: 158 Goal Weight: 140	This really doesn't have anything to do with Phen, but does anyone own a front load washer and dryer and if you do....do your towels (and just about ONLY towels...) reek like funky mildew? HELP...Im tired of going to Kohls every few weeks to replace the bad ones. I have tried everything, and they just smell.... Start Wt. 190# 5-9-2007 18 # to lose in 2008 January goal 8# Or lose 3# per month until June, that will be hitting my goal as I go on vacation!

July 30th, 2007, 01:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
Choco-cat Diamond Phenster Join Date: May 2005 Location: Indiana Posts: 4,103 Lost Weight: 41 Current Weight: 149 Goal Weight: 135-140	I had that problem last summer but not yet this summer yet. I think the only way to avoid it was to wash on hot, pull them out of the washer as soon as it stopped, and dry them on high heat so as to minimize the amount of time that they were actually wet. I'm thinking that helped my situation last summer. I never did find out why it was happening though. Good luck! 29 years old 5'4" HW: 194 SW: 187 (size 14) CW: 145 (size 8) GW: 135-140

July 31st, 2007, 05:41 AM	#3 (permalink)
terilyn61 Gold Phenster Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 528 Lost Weight: 70 Current Weight: 150 Goal Weight: 150 maybe 145	I looked at those and the guy at Lowe's said, depending on which kind you have, that the rubber seal around the door can mildew or water is getting trapped somewhere in the machine itself. I would find a repairman not associated with Kohl's, maybe one you can trust, to at least look at it and give you an opinion. One company has lawsuits because of their models but I can't remember which one. Whoever it is has just about gone bankrupt because of them. Hope that helps. 5'6 SW - 220 3/22/07 CW - 151 1/13/08 CW - 150 - GOAL WEIGHT FINALLY MET!!!!!!!!! 51.75 Inches Lost

July 31st, 2007, 06:00 AM	#4 (permalink)
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July 31st, 2007, 11:29 AM	#6 (permalink)
twinzymom Silver Phenster Join Date: May 2007 Location: Iowa Posts: 365 Lost Weight: 32 Current Weight: 158 Goal Weight: 140	That would be great, but you can't open a front loader while it's running....Nope all towels stink. I should call again the manufacturer, they told me to leave the door open when not using, but that hasn't helped. Start Wt. 190# 5-9-2007 18 # to lose in 2008 January goal 8# Or lose 3# per month until June, that will be hitting my goal as I go on vacation!

July 31st, 2007, 08:24 AM	#5 (permalink)
2getskinnysoon Gold Phenster Join Date: May 2007 Location: Sunny Southern California Posts: 530 Lost Weight: 25 since 5/07 Current Weight: 141 --1/31 Goal Weight: 130	Well, if it's the machine.. big problem. If its the towels... I would try putting some oxyclean in with your wash and maybe a little bleach. When the agitator starts, stop the machine and let the load soak for about 10-15 mintues. Then run the rinse cycle twice... this should really get the load clean. Be sure to put into the dryer right away so the mold can't start. With all loads if you stop during the washing cycle and let sit for 10-15 then resume.. you will find your clothes get cleaner. Soaking in the soap for a little longer makes all the difference. I use Tide powder and LOVE it...

August 7th, 2007, 09:55 AM	#7 (permalink)
jaysma Bronze Phenster Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Missouri Posts: 62 Lost Weight: 43 Current Weight: 190 Goal Weight: 160	I don't have a front load washer, but have had mildew smell on clothes before as a result of leaving them in the washer too long (went out of town & forgot I had a load in the washer). Vinegar works magic! Add a cup of vinegar to the smelly towels in the wash and the odor will be gone. I use vinegar in the wash to take out other smells as well. Dog bed, blankets used camping, etc. Phen-D 35mg 3x daily Eliminated sugar & starch Eat Fat - Get Thin!

August 12th, 2007, 06:34 AM	#8 (permalink)
amy71 Bronze Phenster Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: IL Posts: 16 Lost Weight: 55 Current Weight: 215 Goal Weight: 175	I have several friends who have these issues. They finally were told they MUST!!!!!!!!! use the High Efficiency ...or whatever that is called..laundry detergent. It's super $$, but has to be cheaper than new towels all the time and the aggrivation it is causing you.

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