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Do me a favor will you? Turn on every light you have in each room of your house. I want you too look slowly around your room as if you are searching for a Spider. What do you see? Do you see dust? Do you see dirty base boards? Do you see mystery stains on the walls? If so, that is what your Holiday guests will see. Mark my words! They will turn on every light in the room and slowly scan that room like a robot scanning for its enemy. When they find something dirty, that will be the conversation starter they will have when they talk about there holiday trip to your house. Embarrassing right? Well, have no fear. I can help you get that house clean in no time. Just keep reading and you won’t have to worry about old Aunt Betsy telling her Nursing home friends about seeing dust and dirt around your home.

Today we will be going over things in the house that we seldom clean but should be cleaning more often. I hope you will find this informative and helpful. So let’s begin.

We are all human. Being human, we tend to forget things. I am definitely guilty! I always forget to clean my brooms.  Even though we forget these places that need cleaning, they still need to get done. So, here is my list of Commonly forgotten cleaning areas and items.

Here is a list of items that we really need to stop procrastinating over and just clean them.

Refrigerator:

Toss old containers and expired food, and wipe everything down with multipurpose spray. Soak drawers in warm water and scrub them clean with dish soap.

Ice cube trays

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Garbage Disposal

Garbage disposals take care of excess food waste in a pinch, but they can also be prone to mold, decay, and clogs. Give them some attention every week by turning on the hot water, pouring a solution of equal parts vinegar and baking soda down the drain, and running the disposal for at least 1 full minute.

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The Vacuum

This is probably the last place anyone would think to clean. When really it should be the first thing that you clean. when you vacuum, you are picking up debris and dust from your floors. You should be emptying the vacuum accordingly and wiping it out at the same time. This will prevent the debris from accidentally shooting back out onto the floor.

Disclaimer

Please be sure you read the Owners manual for your Vacuum before taking it apart or cleaning.

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Iron

The soleplate of an iron should be cleaned whenever there is obvious residue on it or it no longer glides smoothly.

Disclaimer

As always, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning your particular iron. If you’ve misplaced the owner’s manual, check if the online version is available on the manufacturer’s website.

For sticky spots:

“Believe it or not, newspaper makes a great iron cleaner. (You can also use paper towels or a dry cotton towel.)

Start by turning the iron on to the highest setting (do not use steam) and run the hot, dry iron across the paper towel until it’s clean. If extra abrasion is needed, sprinkle a tablespoon of salt on top of a newspaper and repeat. To rinse off residue, run the iron over a damp, clean towel after it cools.

To remove oily substances:

To remove oil from the soleplate, unplug the iron and allow it to cool. Wipe the entire soleplate with a cloth dipped in distilled white vinegar. Rinse with a damp cloth. If oily spots remain, wipe with a cloth dipped in ammonia. Rinse with a damp cloth. Dry completely.

To remove stains:

To remove mineral deposits from the soleplate, apply a paste of baking soda and water to the affected areas and scrub with a damp cloth. Wipe clean with a wet cloth.

To remove mineral deposits from vent openings, scrub the vents using a cotton swab and some baking soda paste. Wipe clean with a wet cotton swab.

If the iron is leaving brown water spots on clothes when using steam, that means it’s time to clean the reservoir. Empty the reservoir completely and refill with 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar and 3/4 cup distilled water. Turn the iron to full steam and run it back and forth over an old towel until the reservoir is empty. If the iron has a spray option, spray until the water no longer appears miscolored. Refill the reservoir with distilled water and repeat to make sure all mineral residue is gone.

To prevent future stains and mineral buildup, use only distilled water (it doesn’t contain any dissolved minerals) and completely empty the reservoir before storing the iron”. (Today) https://www.today.com/home/how-often-clean-iron-right-way-do-it-t118942#anchor-strongForstickyspotsstrong

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Picture Frames

Whether they’re hanging or standing, picture frames are sneaky dust collectors. Every 1-2 weeks, use a feather duster to clear excess dirt from the surfaces. Be especially careful with gilded or textured frames. Using anything other than a gentle duster might damage the delicate finish. Metal frames, on the other hand, can be wiped down with harsher soaps.

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windows

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Curtains

HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU CLEAN YOUR CURTAINS?

Curtains naturally attract dust and absorb odors over time. It is recommended to clean your curtains every 3 to 6 months. Having your curtains cleaned on a regular basis is a good idea to keep your house fresh and clean.

WHEN WILL A CURTAIN REQUIRE MORE FREQUENT CLEANING?

While cleaning your curtains every 3 to 6 months should be appropriate for most household requirements, we would recommend more frequent cleaning if the following factors play a role in your home:

Allergies

Curtains can trap a variety of common allergens including dust, pollen, mold spores, pet hair and dander. If you or a family member suffers from allergies, regular curtain and carpet cleaning should be a crucial part of your household routine.

Smoking

Smoke particles from cigarettes, cigars and pipes are easily trapped in curtains fabric. If you don’t want to make your curtains yellow or have a strong smell of smoke in your house, make sure you let plenty of fresh air in and clean your curtains every month if possible.

You live near the sea

If you live near the sea and specially if you have sea views, salt is not your best friend. Salty sea air can affect curtains as well as the windowpanes. Hard wearing curtain fabrics are your best choice under these circumstances, and frequent cleaning is a must. (Mr. Time Saver) https://mrtimesaver.nl/often-cleaning-curtain-care/

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Pillows

How often you should wash your Pillows

Pillows, especially, should be washed at least two to four times a year (say, every four months) to help them last longer.

How to Wash Down and Fiberfill Pillows in the Washer

You’re in luck: Most down and fiberfill pillows are machine-friendly, which means you can just toss them in the washing machine for a refresh. Be sure to wash two pillows at a time to keep the washer balanced, ensuring an all-around clean. While any washing machine will do, front- or top-loading machines without an agitator (a.k.a. the large spindle in the middle of some machines) is your best bet. If an agitator-style top loader is your only option, place the pillows in the tub vertically to lessen the chance of them getting damaged by the agitator.

It goes without saying that you should always read your pillow’s care label and follow the directions accordingly. If you clipped off the tag or can’t find the instructions, use this step-by-step as your guide:

1. Select the gentle cycle and use warm water, then add on an extra cold water rinse and spin cycle.
2. Add a small amount of detergent, such as Good Housekeeping Seal star Tide.
3. Tumble the pillows dry on low heat, fluffing and turning them often. To help keep pillows plump, toss in a few dryer balls from Nellie’s. Remember: Since pillows take longer to dry than a normal load of clothes, musty smells may arise. In that case, set pillows in the sun for a few hours to get rid of the stench.

How to Wash Foam Pillows

Unfortunately, you can’t put your latex or memory foam pillows straight in the washing machine. While foam pillows are resistant to dust mites, it’s still important to clean them on a regular basis. As always, you should check the washing instructions on the pillow’s tag, or follow Forte’s cleaning method outlined here:

1. Remove pillow covers or pillowcases and wash according to the care tag. If you cut off the care tag, stick the pillowcases and covers in the washing machine, select the normal or casual cycle, and use hot water. Add detergent, such as Good Housekeeping Seal star Tide.
2. To get rid of dust or dirt on the pillow, vacuum both sides, or tumble in the dryer on the no-heat or air-only cycle for 20 minutes.
3. Spot clean any soiled areas with a cloth dipped in a mild sudsy soap solution. Lightly rinse with a damp cloth. (FYI, wet foam tears easily, so be gentle with the water and soap solution.)
4. Allow the pillow to air dry completely before putting it back on the bed or couch.

Window sills and Window tracks

It’s easy to tell when your windows are dirty, but windowsills and tracks often go unnoticed. Dust away any loose dirt and dead bugs (or use a vacuum with a brush attachment). Use a spray bottle of white vinegar to spray the area and let it sit for a minute. Wipe with paper towels and use Q-Tips for those hard-to-reach areas.

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Kitchen Drawers and Cabinets

It’s probably a good idea to keep the places you store all your food and dishes clean, right? Empty them out (preferably one at a time to avoid unnecessary clutter), toss expired food, and wipe everything down.

Patio Furniture

As the weather warms up, why not make sure your patio furniture looks good as new before you actually start using it?

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Garage

Organizing your garage is just as important as actually cleaning it. You’d be amazed how much stuff accumulates in there over time.

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Shower Curtain

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Soap scum and mildew stains are haunting your shower curtain, but it doesn’t take long to clean them.

How Often Should I Wash My Plastic Shower Curtain?

Probably more often than you think. After all, you come face to face with your shower curtain or plastic liner on an almost daily basis. Ideally, you should be washing it once a month. At the very least, however, you should aim to clean your plastic shower curtain once every three months. When you think about it, four to 12 times a year isn’t really that often and the process shouldn’t take long at all now that you know how to wash a shower curtain.

Keep in mind that washing a shower curtain will help keep it free of soap scum, but mildew is another story. If you’ve noticed mildew on your shower curtain—be it plastic or cloth—don’t fret.

How to Wash a Shower Curtain

Method 1 — The Washing Machine: Wash your shower curtain in the washer using warm water combined with vinegar, baking soda or gentle laundry detergent. Note: Pick one of the three cleaners listed above. Do not use all three at once. You don’t want to cause a science experiment volcano or a nasty chemical reaction in your washing machine. Afterwards, hang your clean shower curtain back on the shower rod to dry.

Method 2—Handwashing: You can also wash your plastic shower curtain using baking soda and a microfiber cloth. Dampen the cloth and then sprinkle some baking soda on it. You’ll use this cleaning solution to scrub the entire shower curtain. After scrubbing, rinse with warm water and revisit any patches of soap scum or hard water stains that are left with the cloth and baking soda. Rinse again until you have a clean shower curtain. This process also leaves a nice fresh scent in the bathroom.

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place the shower curtain onto the bottom of the tub and give it a good sponge bath.

Pre-soak the sponge and shower liner with either hydrogen peroxide or white distilled vinegar (if you can handle the smell of the vinegar) and get scrubbing!

You can do the same with hydrogen-peroxide and get similar results without the odor. 

pay more attention to the creases and lower third of the liner to ensure that you get it all.

Don’t forget to get in-between the folds and seams of the shower liner. Many liners have metal eyelets that will need some scrubbing where the liner meets the edge of the eyelet.

Sometimes, the soap-scum buildup is more difficult to get rid of than the mold and mildew. Either way, it’s all gotta go because the soap-scum buildup (cellulose material) is what the mold is feeding on.

After your shower curtain is mold and mildew free, you can hang the shower liner to air-dry or toss in the dryer (on low/gentle settings) with a few towels mixed in to protect the curtain from damage.

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Shower heads

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Clean the Washing Machine

How Often Should You Clean Your Washing Machine?

It might seem counter-intuitive to regularly clean an appliance you use to clean other items, but it’s still important to do—especially when it comes to your washing machine. As for how often to give this laundry room workhouse a wipe down. In an ideal world, you should be cleaning your washing system about once a month.

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Clean the Shower Mat

How Often Should You Wash Your Bathmats?

Sure, your bathmat probably feels nice and soft on your feet after every shower, but underneath all that comfort may be some pretty gnarly grime and not-so-nice germs.

Determine how much use your bathmat gets – The condition of your bathmat really comes down to how much you use it.

• If you’re like most people, you are using it daily. If you share a bathroom with more than one person you then you have to factor in their daily usage in addition to yours.
• You also need to consider the time in between each use where your bathmat can dry and air out. The more it is used and the less time it has to dry the more likely your bathmat has unseen dirt, germs, and even mold or mildew settling in!

Wash your bathmats accordingly – This answer to how often you should wash your bathmats can be subjective and a bit complicated. To make things simple, a good rule of thumb is to wash your bathmat at least once per week.

• If you find yourself in a household that shares a bathroom between two or more people, then we suggest washing your bath mats every 3 to 5 days.
• If you have your own bathroom, you may be able to get away with washing your bathmats about every 10 days to prevent mold or mildew build up underneath the fabric.

Minimize long-term moisture – It’s important to create an environment that allows your bathmats to fully dry.

• Turn on your bathroom’s fan or open a window during and after showers. Why? Because adding a little ventilation to your bathroom helps cut down on the steam buildup, which can seep into both soft (bathmats) and hard surfaces, making your bathroom a tropical paradise for mold spores, bacteria, and other unpleasant things.
• When you are done using your bathmat, hang it up! Exposing both sides of the bathmat to the light of day will help it dry more quickly and reduce the risk of mold and mildew.

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Clean the Dishwasher Machine

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Over time grease, soap scum and food debris build up in dishwashers. Not only does this provide a breeding ground for germs, it also reduces the efficiency of the appliance. According to house-maintenance expert Bob Vila, you should clean your dishwasher filter and drain once a month. Fortunately, his three-step process is easy to do and doesn’t require any special tools.

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All the Cards in your Wallet

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The bad news is that you probably touch it every single day; the good news is that you can clean it. You probably know that the money you carry around with you can get pretty grungy. You have no idea how many people have touched it or done unspeakable things with those coins and bills, after all, so you probably handle that cash with the knowledge that you’re going to want to wash your hands or work through a wallet cleaning checklist soon. However, it’s not the dirtiest item in your wallet!

Credit cards and Debit cards are. You use them almost every day, probably without thinking of how many times you touch them and how few times you’ve actually cleaned them. One in 10 bank cards were contaminated with fecal matter, according to a 2012 study. Wipe the card with a damp cloth or anti-bacterial wipe, then gently scrub the magnetic strip with an eraser.

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Clean your Purse

How Often Should You Clean The Handbag You Wear Every Day?

Ladies, that bag you so carelessly throw over your shoulder is actually a breeding ground for bacteria. From leaving it on the floor, bringing it to the bathroom with you, or throwing in the cards, keys, coins and money that rattle with bacteria or germs, most handbags have traces of E.coli trapped between receipts.

To keep your bag in pristine condition, wipe down the outside with a baby wipe, clear out the contents and hoover the inside once a week.

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Keys

Keys are another item you use daily, so they can definitely use a wash. To keep them clean and prevent rust, scrub with lemon and salt and rinse with dish soap. If they’re already rusty, soak them in a vinegar and water mixture for 20 minutes, rinse, then put them back in for another 30 minutes. This ensures the rust comes out completely.

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Garbage Bins

Its name implies that garbage bins are supposed to be dirty, but washing them out with a hose every once in a while will make taking out the trash a slightly less painful chore.

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Doorknobs

Take a few minutes and wipe down the most touched knobs in your house.

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Keyboards

When was the last time you cleaned your keyboard? If you can’t remember when it might be time to get on that. Keyboards can be home to staphylococcus aureus, a type of bacteria that can cause potentially serious infections in humans, according to a 2018 study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. On a more positive note, cleaning your keyboard is a relatively easy task. In fact, you can clean your laptop in less than 5 minutes with the right tricks.

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Clean Earbuds and Headphones

As we wear headphones, our skin cells, sebum, ear wax, and facial products stick to the parts that touch our ears and face, and the ever stickier headphones then pick up more dirt from the world around us every time we take them off, put them down, or put them in a bag. So, please clean your Earbuds and Headphones regularly. Ideally, you should do this once a week.

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Area Rugs

Vacuuming rugs is easy enough to remember, but lift them up and you’ll find a whole lot of dirt and dust hiding in plain sight.

Ceiling Fans

Don’t look now, but the dust is creeping over the edges.

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Baseboards

This is where dust bunnies love to lurk, along baseboards in dark corners. Start by removing as much dust as possible with a vacuum or dust wipe. Then come back through with a damp cloth, Magic Eraser, cleaning wipe, or wood cleaner for non-painted baseboards.

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Grout

Talk about tedious. But these fine lines need a good brushing every now and then also. You can use a vinegar and baking soda paste or commercial cleaner to scrub the grout. Just be sure to test in a discreet area if you have a porous tile or stone backsplash. For extra scrubbing power, use an electric toothbrush.

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Air Vents

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Nobody wants to breathe dusty air. And while your air filter is hard at work, dust from within your home can pile up on the outside of vent grates and then get pushed back out into the air you breathe. Vacuum and dust the slats, and even wipe down with a damp cloth for extra assurance. Then unscrew the cover to wipe the underside and vacuum the surrounding area. Make sure it is fully dry before re-screwing back on to prevent rust buildup.

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Throw Pillows

This is one of those things you almost don’t want to think about what’s been building up on or worse, in it. Vacuum the pillow with the upholstery attachment for your vacuum nozzle. If the case is removable, you’re in luck. Simply throw it in the washing machine or hand-wash. (If wool or silk, take to the dry cleaners.) If you can’t remove the cover however, you can still attempt a cycle in the washing machine—just be sure to choose the delicate setting. And if there is any decorative detailing, delicate stitching, or sensitive fabrics, your best bet is to skip the machine, gently vacuum, and spot clean as best you can.

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Remote Control

One of the most-touched objects in your home, your remote control will quickly become covered in grease, crumbs and dust. Any household item, like a remote, that is touched multiple times a day should be cleaned on a weekly basis with disinfectant to avoid germs building up.

Try using a cotton wool bud to get between the buttons, and clean out any lingering crumbs or dirt.

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Brooms and Mops

There’s no point cleaning with a dirty implement! Soak your broom head in water mixed with dish soap and soak your mop in water mixed with bleach. make sure they’re dry before putting them away.

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Lampshades

When you’re going round with your duster, remember to give your lampshades a wipe as their a target for settling dust.

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Underneath Appliances

You’ll find all sorts of dirt and crumbs in these crevices. Shift your appliances out of the way and give these surfaces a clean.

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House Plants

Not something you’d think to clean, but dust settles on the leaves. Give them a gentle dusting by wiping with a cloth, a 30 second low-power shower, or blasting with a hairdryer on a low heat.

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Extractor Fan

If you’ve ever looked or accidentally touched your kitchen extractor fan, you’ll know how greasy it gets. Remove the filter and soak in boiling hot soapy water mixed with baking soda to remove grease. Give them a good scrub, rinse and dry.

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Dish Rack

We depend on dish drying racks to air out our newly-cleaned dishes, but what do you do when your dish rack itself gets dirty?

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Bathroom Accessories

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Under and behind the Toilet

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Blinds

‘Clean your blinds once a month to get rid of any dust and germs that are lingering on their surfaces,’ recommends 247 Blinds.

A roller of roman blind are the easiest to clean and will just require a soft dusting or gentry vacuum every so often. However, a Venetian blind or plantation shutter are a little trickier. Wipe each slat down a a cloth and some washing up liquid and fish with a duster to make your blinds look good as new.

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Bed Headboards

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If you have a headboard, don’t forget that these come into contract with your skin and hair every day. That means a build up of sweat, oil and other cosmetic products. Check the headboard instructions for the best way to clean it. However, a vacuum or steam clean should do the trick for most head boards.

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Mattresses

Mattresses can become a haven of dead-skin, stains and dust mites if left uncleaned. Aim to clean your mattress at least twice a year by removing your bed linen, hoovering the surface and treating any discoloration or staining with an upholstery cleaner.

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Light Switches

Healthline.com recommends wiping down all light switches with a disinfecting cloth once a week.

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Hairbrushes and Combs

Experts at Real Simple say that a brush properly cared for can last between one to three years. So what does “proper care” mean in this case? Removing hair manually after every use, washing by hand with shampoo and leaving it overnight to dry once a month, as well as cutting out any extra jammed-in-there hairs with scissors. 

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Light Bulbs

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Yoga and Exercise Mats

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Pet Toys

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Small kitchen Appliances

This includes microwaves, toasters, blenders, coffee pots, and any other small cooking appliances in the kitchen. Give each one a thorough cleaning, then be sure to clean underneath them as well.

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Toys

Your child’s rubber ducky is a sneakily perfect location for mold. Take necessary precautions to prevent and remove mold on any bath toys.

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Plug the Holes

Many bath toys, especially ones that squirt water or squeak, have holes in the bottom which can be a target for water to enter and mold to grow. Place a dab of hot glue on these toys before placing them in the bath and you’ll create a water-proof seal on the toy.

Proper Bath Toy Storage

To prevent mold from forming in the first place, create a healthy environment for storing your child’s bath toys. Consider investing in a tray or rack that will allow the water to drain from the toys, leaving them close to an open window for proper ventilation or using fans and vents to disperse leftover steam from the bath. Anything that dries the toys out will help prevent mold from forming.

Even if you know all the ins and outs of how to clean baby bath toys, sometimes that gunk still won’t go away. When that happens, simply throw them out. It’s better for your kids to play with new toys than anything that can get them sick.

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“Put the toys into a freezer bag, lock it tightly shut and place it in the freezer. This will kill and suffocate any mites inside.”

Computer and TV screens

First things first: Make sure your devices are turned off and cooled off before you start cleaning. Wipe away dust and loose dirt with a soft cloth. Dip that cloth into a solution equal parts water and isopropyl alcohol and wring it out (it should be damp, but not wet). Gently wipe the screen and dry with a second cloth.

Reusable Grocery and Laundry Bags

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Think of all the places these bags have been the floor, the trunk of your car, the kitchen counter, the table at the laundromat. It’s time to give them a good cleaning. Throw them in the washing machine on a hot water regular cycle with the rest of your clothes. It can go in the dryer, too.

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