When it comes to the dirtest places in the house, toilets and toilets are definitely the first thing people think of.However, compared to the toilet, there are some items in your home easy to ignore when cleaning but they contain a lot of dirt and are more likely to reproduce bacteria, which can affect health.
1. TV control
TV control is one of the very rarely hygienic household items but people touch many times a day.TV control often falls to the floor, thrown on the chair, contaminated when coughing or sneezing and most of the remote controls of the TV have buttons and gaps are not clean.
In a 2020 study, authorized by the Sofa and SCS sofa of the United Kingdom, the researchers analyzed a variety of household appliances including TV control, trash lid, carpet and toilet pedestal.It is found that the TV control is more than 20 times more than the toilet and contains a large amount of mold, bacteria and yeast.
Research shows that TV control is the most dirty item ever tested, with the level of bacteria and yeast reaching 290 units that form colonies per square cm, as well as "serious" mold.For comparison, the toilet pedestal is discovered only 12.4 units forming colonies per square centimeters and only mold "light".
TV control is 20 times dirty than toilet
How to clean the TV
- Remove the battery
- Clean the outer surface of the remote control with disinfectant wipes or isopropyl alcoholic fabric.Pay attention to dirt and dirt areas tend to accumulate, such as around the surface of the button and the edges.
- Open the remote control carefully (if possible) to clean inside.Use a dry cotton swab to remove dirt or debris inside the control.Then, moisten another cotton swab with isopropyl alcohol and gently wipe the circuit board and other equipment inside.But people pay attention to avoid excessive moisture on electrical components to avoid damage.
- Clean rubber buttons (if any)
- After all the components are clean and dry, reinstall the remote control carefully.Make sure everything matches the right position to avoid all problems.
2. Bath blinds
Bath blinds are an ideal breeding place for mold because curtains are often stuck in wet environments.Molds can produce allergens, stimulants and sometimes toxic substances.According to NHS, if your home is wet and moldy, you are more likely to suffer from respiratory problems, respiratory infections, allergies or asthma.In addition, moisture and mold can affect the body's immune system.
A study in 2021 by the US Safehome Family Security Solution Company has scanned a variety of items in 3 bathrooms at home to check the presence of harmful microorganisms.It is discovered that bacterial curtains are 60 times more than the toilet.
If the curtains bath with cloth, you should wash the curtain once a month.If the blinds from plastic, you should clean the curtain every 2-3 months.
Bath blinds are an ideal reproductive place for mold
3. Bear stuff
A lot of people have a habit of hugging teddy bears to sleep and they often keep stuffed animals with them for a long time.But not everyone cleans stuffed animals regularly.
A study published in the "Infection and Immunity" magazine in December 2013 showed 80% of stuffed toys at daytime care centers with positive test results with Streptococcus Pneumoniae.Streptococcus Pneumoniae is the leading cause of ear infections in children, the incidence and death due to respiratory infections in children and the elderly, which is a common cause of hospital infection.
You should wash the teddy bear 1 time/month.You should put the teddy bear into the mesh bag and put in the washing machine to clean.After that, dry in the sun, avoiding the bears on wet days because it can facilitate bacteria to grow stronger.
4. Spice containers
People can clean the kitchen table regularly but often forget the spice jars.We use spices like salt, pepper many times a day and if you forget to wash your hands before touching the jar, the bacteria can easily stick to the jar and spread.
In a 2008 study, researchers at the University of Virginia asked 30 adults to start showing signs of cold naming the 10 locations they had contacted indoors in the past 18 hours.The researchers then tested the cold virus in these places.
It is discovered that about 40% of the inspected objects have a virus on the surface and all the salt and pepper jars are tested positive for colds.
You should clean the spice bottle once a week to minimize bacterial growth.
Spices contain a lot of viruses and bacteria
5.
The house brush can contain a large amount of bacteria and other microorganisms, especially when it is used regularly and not properly cleaned.Bacteria can accumulate from dirt, waste, and other dirt that brooms are exposed daily.
If you do not clean the broom regularly, bacteria or mold in the brush can spread to the whole house when you use the brush to clean.
How to clean the house brush
- Tap the brush to sweep the house on the ground or hard surface to remove dirt and raw trash
- Use your hands or brush tools to remove hair and trash between brushes
- Soak the broom in a solution of warm water mixed with soap or mild detergent
- Rub the brushes by hand
- Rinse the brush under the faucet to remove the soap bubbles and the remaining stains
- Light scales to remove excess water and leave the brush in an airy place to dry naturally
Source: Epochtimes, Photo: Sohu