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Stop Towel-Bleed Catastrophe

Forego the worry that your colorful dish towels might bleed onto your other clothes during the wash. Testing them beforehand can save the day. ย 

  • Fill a dedicated sink or bucket with lukewarm water.
  • Place towels of the same color together in the water.
  • Let them soak for an hour.
  • Then, examine the color of the water:

ย  - If the water is clear, the towel does not bleed.

ย  - If the water shows color, the towel bleeds and should be washed by hand.

It's better to know than not to know.

  • Test beforehand to avoid cleaning a dye-streaked washer.
  • Prevent annoying headaches and keep your other laundry items from bleeding.
  • Short on time, I decided to wash dish towels separately to avoid surprises. It is cheaper to run a second empty wash cycle to clean the tub than to replace discolored clothing items.

Based on my experience, testing brightly colored dish towels before washing them can save you a lot of trouble!

decorative red holiday towel soaking in a basin - the color red is bleeding color during the washing process

A Healthier Bathroom Environment: What Matters Most?

  • Regular bathroom cleaning minimizes allergens, dust, and damp bacteria that can lead to mildew and unpleasant odors.
  • Routine cleaning and scheduled maintenance will foster a healthier bathroom environment.

Evidence-Driven Verification:

https://www.soclean.com/

a clean white bathroom

Kitchen Cleaning: Make It a Routine!

The heart of the home is a lively space for vibrant gatherings.

Daily Tasks:

  • Clear the Clutter:ย Remove any items that don't belong in the kitchen and store them properly.
  • Wipe Down Surfaces:ย Use a damp cloth to clean countertops, stovetops, and other commonly used surfaces.
  • Load the dishwasher with utensils, dishes, and pots, or wash them by hand.
  • Wipe up any visible dirt on counters and floors.ย Address food stains promptly to prevent them from drying and becoming more challenging to clean.
  • Clean the stovetop. Clean and disinfect the sink regularly.
  • Empty the trash and wipe up any spills.

Weekly Tasks:

  • Deep clean large and small appliances.
  • Wipe down the cabinets closest to the stove and range hood where cooking occurs.
  • Thorough vacuuming and mopping of the floors are essential. Weekly detailed cleaning is necessary.
  • Clean the stovetop range hood and its grease trap filter.
  • Clean the refrigerator to purge cooked and uncooked food items.

Monthly Tasks:

  • Clean the dishwasher: Remove the interior food trap that collects food particles. This activity also helps prevent odors. Wipe out the cavity to ensure your dishes come out clean every time. These tasks matter.
  • Clean the trash cans - light fixtures.
  • Check the long-term refrigerated food items and discard items accordingly. Inspect the fruits, vegetables, fresh herbs, and dried spices because all food items expire.

Evidence-Driven Verification:

https://www.makersclean.com

a clean white kitchen

Germs on Doorknobs Don't Discriminate!ย 

The fact is that a toilet seat carries 30 times fewer bacteria than a doorknob. Disease-causing germs are transferred to high-touch surfaces, initiating the spread! Overall, poor handwashing hygiene is the main issue here. Bacteria can be quickly and easily transferred to human skin.

Therefore, it is essential to disinfect and clean doorknobs regularly.

  • Using a disinfectant spray, apply it to a cloth, then intentionally wipe the knob.
  • Alternatively, you can use a pre-moistened disinfecting wipe to eliminate and dispose of germs quickly.

Evidence-Driven Verification:

https://granitegold.com/

a door knob with germs on it.
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