Your home will never truly get clean if you don’t swap out your supplies.
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How clean is your house, really?
You might assume its spotless just because you keep up with your daily andweekly cleaning routines.
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Here are seven cleaning items you should be replacing far more often than you realize.
She reveals they should be replaced weekly.
According to theUSDA, microwaving a sponge kills 99.99999% of the bacteria.
If you use them for weekly cleaning sessions, they likely last four to six weeks.
However, you may still need to replace your rubber gloves sooner than you anticipated.
“Fresh gloves mean better protection for you.
But you should probably be replacing it more often, Duarte says.
If your bag is full, leaking, or smells funky, replace it immediately,” she suggests.
“But for households with a lot of waste (especially food), take the trash out daily.
But lets be honest: no one likes a week-old trash bag,” Duarte says.
“When in doubt, take it out.
This means your appliance wont work as efficiently as it can.
However, for an average home without pets, every one to three months should be fine.
Ponce suggests replacing them monthly.
Not sure how long your filter should last?
Check the filter replacement directions or the manufacturers website.
Toilet Brushes
Theres nothing less sanitary than a dirty toilet brush.
Ponce says they should be replaced every six months.
