How to Remove Mildew From the Dryer

Bleach Method

• 1

  Mix 2 cups of bleach with 2 cups of water.

• 2

  Pour the solution into a spray bottle, and spray the solution over the mildew growth on the dryer. Let it sit for 20 minutes.

• 3

  Scrub the mildew off the dryer with a scrubbing brush.

• 4

  Wipe the area with paper towels to remove the residue.

• 5

  Soak a cloth in water, and rub it over the entire dryer surface. This removes any bleach residue that can damage your clothes.

• 6

  Dry the area with a clean cloth.

White Vinegar

• 7

  Fill a spray bottle with white vinegar. White vinegar is a natural cleaning solution that can kill mildew spores.

• 8

  Spray the white vinegar directly over the mildew growth on the surface of the dryer. Let it sit for 10 minutes to give it time to kill the mildew spores.

• 9

  Scrub the mildew spores away with a scrubbing brush. Apply more white vinegar as needed until the spores are completely gone.

• 10

  Wipe the area dry with a clean cloth.