If your home still doesn’t feel fresh no matter how often you tidy up, the problem might be what you don’t clean often enough.
We wash dishes and sweep floors, but how often do we actually think about towels, curtains, or even our pillows?
Studies show that many common household items are filled with bacteria, allergens, and dust mites simply because we forget to clean or replace them regularly.
Here’s a simple guide that could save your health — and make your home smell and feel like new again.
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🛏 Bedding – Every Week
Your sheets may look clean, but they hide a lot. Every night, your body sheds sweat, oils, dead skin, and sometimes even dust mites.
Not washing your bedding weekly can lead to:
• Allergies and asthma
• Acne and skin irritation
• Unpleasant smells
🧼 Pro Tip: Use hot water (at least 60°C) to kill bacteria, and dry sheets in the sun if possible.
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🧴 Towels – Every 3 Days
Think about it: your towel is damp, warm, and full of skin cells — the perfect environment for bacteria to grow.
If you use the same towel for a whole week, you’re likely just spreading bacteria back onto your body after every shower.
Regularly replacing towels helps:
• Prevent skin infections
• Keep you smelling fresh
• Reduce mold buildup in your bathroom
🧼 Quick Fix: Rotate at least 3 towels per person, so you’re never without a clean one.
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🪟 Curtains – Every 6 Months
Curtains act like filters. They trap:
• Dust
• Smoke particles
• Pet hair
• Pollen
If you or someone in your house suffers from allergies or respiratory issues, ignoring your curtains could be making things worse.
🧼 Pro Tip: Vacuum your curtains monthly, and do a deep wash every 6 months (or sooner if you have pets or smoke indoors).
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