“Are You Unknowingly Sabotaging Your Clean Home? Discover the 16 Surprising Habits You Need to Change!”
Following the recommended amount and diluting as needed keeps your home cleaner without the unwanted buildup. This habit can also extend the life of your cleaning supplies and reduce waste.
11. Leaving Laundry in the Machine
Sometimes we forget laundry in the machine, other times, we leave it there on purpose because we don’t have time. Whatever your reasoning, forgetting about laundry left in the washing machine can create an unpleasant odor that lingers in both clothes and the machine itself.
Damp laundry becomes a breeding ground for mildew, which can be tricky to eliminate once it sets in. Set a timer to remind yourself when the cycle ends. You will keep your clothes fresh and your washing machine smelling clean.
12. Not Emptying the Vacuum Bag or Bin
Go and check: how full is your vacuum cleaner’s bag right now? A full vacuum bag or bin reduces suction and leaves behind dust and debris that you’re trying to get rid of. This simple oversight makes your vacuuming efforts less effective, allowing dirt to linger and spread.
Emptying the vacuum bag or bin regularly maximizes its power, leaving your floors and carpets cleaner. Your vacuum will thank you, and so will your floors.
13. Skipping the Trash Can Clean-Up
Taking out the trash is one thing, but the can itself can become a source of odors and bacteria if it’s not cleaned regularly. Food remnants and spills at the bottom of the can build up, creating a hidden mess that only grows over time.
