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

Most laundry drawers have three separate compartments, each with its own symbol or label:

“I” — Prewash Compartment: Use for heavily soiled laundry or long cycles that include a prewash.
“II” — Main Wash Compartment: Add your usual liquid or powder detergent here. It is released during the main wash.
The flower or star symbol: This compartment is for fabric softener, colorants, or fragrance enhancers. These products are released during the final rinse.
Like many, I poured detergent directly into the drum, preventing the machine from distributing it properly. Pouring it into the detergent drawer allows it to dissolve evenly, ensuring the soap reaches every fiber of the laundry at the right time.

A common mistake: overfilling.
It’s tempting to add a little more detergent, especially when the laundry is heavily soiled, but this is one of the worst things you can do. Overfilling the compartments can cause clogs, leaks, and insufficient rinsing. It can also leave sticky residue on your clothes.

Instead, follow the maximum fill line indicated inside 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 scratchy, were soft again.

This also made me realize how hard it was on my machine. Without residue blocking the flow of detergent, it ran quieter and more efficiently.

Now I make sure to clean the bottom of the detergent drawer every two or three weeks. It takes less than ten minutes, but it keeps my washing machine looking like new.

A little attention goes a long way.

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Your washing machine washes some of the items you use most frequently (clothes, sheets, towels), but it’s easy to forget that it also needs maintenance. Regularly cleaning the detergent drawer 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 a new one.

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