Keeping the house clean is a daily task that we often do without thinking too much about it. However, sometimes we can go overboard with our cleaning, without being aware that certain things require less washing than we think.
The journalist specializing in home and cleaning, Cori Sears, has identified six things that we usually wash too much, according to 'The Spruce'. It is important to take these recommendations into account to avoid damaging our belongings and achieve a more balanced environment in terms of hygienee.
The things we wash more than necessary
Al wash pillows too often, we can make them more uncomfortable at bedtime. The ideal is to wash them every 2 or 3 months, depending on the material and quality, and change the sheets regularly to maintain freshness.
Wash the sheets once a week It can cause them to come apart at the seams and lose their freshness quickly. Experts recommend washing them every two weeks to maintain their quality.
We usually wash bath towels excessively due to the erroneous association with dirt. However, washing them more than once a week can affect their softness and deteriorate the fibers, which is not good for the skin.
Lastly, blankets can lose their warm feel if they are washed too often. One has to wash them monthly to maintain their comfort and durability.
Denim gifts
Denim garments tend to lose their worn-out effect when washed too frequently.. It is recommended to wash them every five or seven uses, as long as they do not have a strong odor.
To keep your jeans in good condition, it is important wash them at the right temperature, preferably between 30 and 40 degrees, to prevent them from fading. It is also advisable to use a short spin to preserve the fabric structure.
In addition, It is important to wash jeans inside out, which helps maintain the color and structure of the denim for longer. In addition, it is advisable to close the buttons and zippers before washing them to prevent them from getting caught on other clothes.
On the other hand, you should avoid using the dryer, as concentrated heat can damage the surface of the jeans. Instead, it is best to hang them up as soon as the wash cycle is over.
The best cleaning tricks
He White vinegar It is known for its disinfectant properties and is excellent for polishing mirrors. Mix half a cup of vinegar with half a cup of water and use this solution to clean and shine mirrors. Additionally, you can use a mixture of one cup of vinegar and half a cup of water to polish tiles and other home surfaces.
He lemon It is another powerful ally in home cleaning. Squeeze a lemon and strain the juice to remove any remaining pulp. Soak a cloth with lemon juice and use it to clean faucets or other areas with lime residue.
For remove fade stains on white clothes, caused by rubbing with new clothes or by excess dye, place it directly in the washing machine with water at a maximum of 30ºC. Avoid using very hot water.
When the parquet is very dirty, start by sweeping or vacuuming to remove surface dirt. If there are dark stains soaked in, you can easily remove them with a soft cloth moistened with cleaning vinegar. Let it sit for two minutes, then rub the stain, rinse with water and dry the surface well.
For clean stainless steel, prepare a mixture of one part cleaning vinegar to three parts water. Dampen a clean microfiber cloth with this solution and wipe the surface, paying special attention to the dirtiest areas. Then, for optimal shine, dry it well with another clean, dry cloth. This method is effective in removing dirt and restoring the shine of stainless steel.
For disinfect and combat bad odors in the washing machine, you can use mouthwash. Simply pour half a glass of this liquid into the empty washing machine and run it on the rinse cycle. Mouthwash kills bacteria, ensuring effective cleaning.
For clean a burnt iron, mix two tablespoons of baking soda with a splash of white or cleaning vinegar in a container. Let the mixture sit for a while and then apply it to the cold, unplugged iron. Let it sit for an hour, then scrub with a scouring pad, rinse and dry the iron.
For one deep toilet cleaning, baking soda is an effective solution. Sprinkle 500 g of baking soda into the cup and let it sit for half an hour. Next, boil a liter of water and add a cup of vinegar. Pour this mixture into the toilet, scrub well and that's it!