We understand what you might be thinking: “One more thing to add to my already long to-do list?!” However, trust us when we say that there’s a good reason behind these chores – they can significantly improve your home in the long run.
1- Hand Towels: While they may not appear dirty, research funded by the USDA found that kitchen tea towels are among the most contaminated items in the kitchen. The same holds true for the small towels in your bathroom. According to Carolyn Forte, director of the Good Housekeeping Institute’s Cleaning Lab, these towels need to be changed every other day or even daily, especially if you have a large family.
2-Kitchen Counters
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When you consider the items that end up on your kitchen counters (car keys, mail, handbags), it becomes evident how dirty they can get, not to mention the crumbs that attract pets. Therefore, it’s essential to wipe down and disinfect them daily. Just remember not to use the same wipe on multiple surfaces to avoid cross-contamination, cautions Michaelle Exhume, a product analyst at the Good Housekeeping Institute’s Cleaning Lab.
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