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LAUNDRY, HOW LONG CAN YOU LEAVE WET CLOTHES IN THE WASHING MACHINE? THE ANSWER

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LAUNDRY, WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU LEAVE WET CLOTHES IN THE WASHING MACHINE
The washing machine is one of the most popular modern inventions in the world and saves us on all occasions. Every day we all wash one or more clothes, perhaps while doing other household chores or even on the way to work or shopping.

Linge dans la machine à laver

 

If the last two scenarios in particular apply, it means that the laundry often remains damp in the washing machine for many hours before you can hang it up. What happens in such cases? What happens to our damp laundry that stays in the washing machine for so long? Today we find out.

How long can wet wipes be left in the washing machine?

Certainly, things have changed compared to a few years ago. Due to the great economic crisis, in which not only Italy finds itself, all families are forced to use austerity techniques in order not to find themselves in difficulties.

Fortunately, modern washing machines, especially the latest generation, allow you to set up quick washing cycles, which, if used well, can also save a lot of money.

If it is true that we must be careful to save money and avoid waste, it is equally true that we must also protect our health. Why do we say this? How many times have you started your washing machine, washed your clothes and washed them in the machine for hours, even if the overdrive was set.

Experts advise against it for a very specific reason: in the closed washing machine, where the wet laundry is, bacteria, germs and other microorganisms that are dangerous for us, the laundry and the washing machine multiply.

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