[nj26]

Know this problem well. The answer is to take a couple paper towels and dry out the rubber gasket after each use.

[bmwcyle]

You are correct. The mold will not live on a dry gasket.

[EggsAckley]

Another answer is just don’t buy one. I don’t like them at all.

[Mamzelle]

What if you are in the habit of using the “sanitary” cycle (where the water is heat pretty high)? I haven’t noticed any mold on my washer...but now I know to look.

[twigs]

We were just getting ready to buy a front loader and will probably buy a top loader without the agitator, for a number of reasons. You offer a common sense solution to the problem.

[SumProVita]

I use 1/4 cup of white vinegar in place of fabric softener.(This is better for the filter in the dryer too.) It removes all soap, softens, and leaves NO vinegar...or any other smell. I never leave the door to the washer closed. Keep it open.

[RnMomof7]

Exactly !!
This is not rocket science :)

I leave the drawer where the soap goes open , wipe the gasket and leave that open for a time following my laundry.

I also throw some bleach into a load of whites , sheets or towels once a week.

[Quix]

JOYA PING

[Chode]

FReepers... is there anything they don't know???

thank you... never crossed my mind to leave to door open

i bought it three years ago and simply love it, but, i did notice a little black at 6-o'clock on the door gasket a couple weeks ago.

since i am doing laundry right now, i will leave it open when it's done

thx again

[Tainan]

"Know this problem well. The answer is to take a couple paper towels and dry out the rubber gasket after each use."

There ya go...Simple Solution.
Also, there are packets of "washer cleaner" sold in the laundry products section. Use one every month or so.
Even cheaper, and I like cheaper, just run a cup of vinegar thru the cycles every month or so. Be sure and do a thorough rinse cycle or two. It'll clean it out!

Simple problem with a simple solution.