Moms are doing double time when it comes to maintaining cleanliness at home especially during quarantine, where all family members are always around most of the time.
While we are all busy cleaning the house, there are still some places and parts of the house that we tend to forget. These should be attended to and cleaned before they start giving us more problems. Here are five neglected things at home that you need to clean:
The computer keyboard. Based on the 2018 National Cleaning Survey, 44% of us do not clean our keyboards regularly. It is quite alarming since your keyboards are the most commonly used device that we use every day. It can be prone to bacteria development which can cause sickness.
How to clean it: You can tip your keyboard over a waste bin to remove the bigger debris and crumbs. Next, brush the strokes with a duster before you spray it with disinfectant.
The toothbrush holder. Just like your reliable keyboards, toothbrushes and other toiletries are regularly used and we neglect cleaning their holders or containers. The toothbrush that you are using may appear to be clean, but where you place the toothbrush after use may be a good spot for bacterial or mold growth.
How to clean it: It is recommended to brush your hand before and after brushing your teeth. Once done brushing, make sure that you rinse your toothbrush thoroughly and keep it dry before placing it to your holder. This will avoid moisture to accumulate over time.
The washing machine. If left unchecked, the bacteria and other nasty stuff from your clothes can stay inside your machine tumbler. The moisture can also make it a breeding ground for mold.
How to clean it: Keep the lids of your machine open after use. To clean an existing mold, you can use a mixture of baking soda and vinegar to spray and wipe down the affected surfaces.
The dishwasher. This machine can invite the growth of germs and mold if it is kept warm and damp. If ignored, it can be dangerous for your family’s respiratory health. And worse, mold can contaminate your plates and utensils.
How to clean it: Use a dry paper towel to remove any crumbs or bits of food that stay in the washer after each dishwashing cycle. Make sure to regularly run a cycle with a dishwasher cleaning tablet at least once a month.
The coffee maker. Your coffee maker should be cleaned on a daily basis. Since you are using it with hot water, it can be a good breeding ground for mold and bacteria if left unchecked or unused for a long time.
How to clean it: The cleaning steps go together with the instruction manual in the package. However, make sure that the removable parts are rinsed properly and kept dry when not in use.
It would be best to include these items in your list to clean on a regular basis. Allow your family members to keep check of them as well to make sure your house is squeaky clean.
The food shelves. You always need to check where you store your food boxes. These covered shelves are the best places for roaches and mice to breed. If left unchecked, your boxes for cereals and other food supplies with long shelf life can be infiltrated by these crawlers and before you know it, they might be starting their own colony in those boxes that you stored far behind the shelf doors.
How to clean it: tidy up your supplies and make sure that your boxes and containers are tightly sealed. Wipe out the stains with a wet clean cloth. Spray detergent on hard-to-remove stains. Make sure that you leave no trace of crumbs and other food dust where the pests can feed on.
Although these spots in your home can easily be taken care of and cleaned, it is always advisable to seek pest control Marlboro NJ help, should you find any signs of pest infestation that you think you can no longer control and solve with home remedies.
