common types of carpets and how to clean them<\/a> will benefit your home in the future, as removing dead skin cells and debris from your flooring can reduce the growth of bacteria. Additionally, mopping and sweeping your hardwood floor also helps fight against buildup.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStore Your Toothbrush Properly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Scientifically, the mouth itself contains roughly 100 million microbes per millimeter of saliva. They help break down food particles, but they also can get stuck to your toothbrush. As a result, bacteria begin to form and increase the chances of making you ill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So you must rinse your toothbrush off with hot water and keep it upright after use. If you leave it facedown or directly on countertops, the excess moisture can allow bacteria to thrive. Make sure you replace your toothbrush every three months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Maintain Low-Traffic Areas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
High-traffic areas tend to get cleaned and maintained the most. Living rooms, bedrooms, and stairs often accumulate the most buildup and bacteria. However, low-traffic areas such as spare bedrooms, lofts, and basements get neglected over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So make sure you take the time to clean them every few months. You never know how bad allergies can get from a room not being cleaned as often. It\u2019s one of the easy ways to keep bacteria out of your home without breaking your back or the bank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Change Sheets and Towels Regularly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sleeping in your bed every night and showering daily can wear down the cleanliness of your sheets and towels. As time goes on, towels and sheets accumulate germs and debris, making you more dirty than clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, you must wash your bedsheets at least once a week and your towels after every third use. Ensure you wash them on the hot water cycle and store them in a dry, dark location. Your skin will thank you by staying acne-free and soft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Maintaining a good cleaning routine is imperative to keeping your home healthy. The last thing you want is to end up bedridden due to a dirty towel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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