We all love a clean and tidy house, but we just don’t have enough time to spend hours cleaning every day. Despite this, there are certain things in your home that ought to get a lot more attention than others.
Kitchen towels
According to recent research, dish towels are the most contaminated area in the kitchen. The same is true for your bathroom’s small towels. They get filthy quickly because you use them more than once a day. That is why you should change your kitchen and bath towels every couple of days, or even every day if you have a large family.
Bathroom tiles
Give your shower walls a quick wipe down after each shower to simplify your regular routine of cleaning dirty bathroom tiles. Keeping your bathroom dry will aid in the prevention of the growth of bacteria, mold, and mildew.
Kitchen sponge
Your sponge may be the filthiest item in your kitchen. We use it to clean dishes, pots, and cutting boards, as well as to clean up spills and crumbs. Microwaving is the most effective way to disinfect a sponge. Simply wash it thoroughly before placing it in the microwave for one to two minutes on low power. Make sure to keep an eye on the process and turn off the microwave immediately if you notice any smoke. Remember that sponges with metallic scrub pads should never be sanitized in this manner.
Sinks
You might believe that after washing your hands or doing the dishes, the basin in your sink would be clean as well. But you’re mistaken. In fact, numerous germs and bacteria adhere to the basin’s walls.
Dirty dishes soaked in water
Leaving dirty dishes in the sink until the next morning is a bad habit that makes washing up even more challenging. If you’re using a dishwasher, don’t pre-rinse your dishes by hand before turning it on. And one more tip: it’s always best to wash dishes immediately after each meal.
Coffee maker
Because your coffee maker is a breeding ground for bacteria and mold, it must be cleaned on a daily basis. You’ll need to disassemble the coffee maker into individual pieces for this. This will allow you to quickly and easily remove coffee, grinds, and oil.
Cutting board
If you’re using wooden spatulas and cutting boards, soak them in a vinegar and water (1:1) mixture for a few minutes after each use. This method will assist you in killing bacteria and fungi on their surfaces. Furthermore, any cutting board must be cleaned and disinfected on a regular basis. Use a solution of 1 teaspoon baking soda in half a liter of hot water for this purpose. Apply this solution to the surface of the cutting board. Allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes before rinsing it under running water.
Makeup brushes and sponges
If you use the same makeup brush for an extended period of time, it may harbor all sorts of nasty bacteria and germs that can easily get onto your face. That is why it is critical to thoroughly clean your makeup tools in warm soapy water after each use.
