There are 7 things at home that (most likely) is cleaning badly

There are 7 things at home that (most likely) is cleaning badly

Discover the seven common mistakes that many people make when cleaning the house. Learn how to clean up more efficiently and avoid common problems. From cleaning the mirror or the sponge in the kitchen, know what's wrong.

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18/10/2026
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Adriano Guerreiro

One of the errors is related to the mirror. Some people put the product directly on the surface, but the ideal thing is to put the glass cleaner on a microfiber cloth and then clean it. On the other hand, the sponge in the kitchen must be guarded. It should be almost dry before leaving to prevent the proliferation of bacteria.

At the time of clean the floor with mopSome people use a lot of detergent. This is a fairly common mistake. The correct dilution is referred to in the packaging of the product that should always be consulted for cleaning to be done more effectively.

Another of the mistakes is in the bathroom, more specifically in the shower door. One of the mistakes is to let the dirt accumulate. If you immediately remove part of the water after bathing, you may be able to keep the shower door clean longer and without stains.

We now turn our attention to the kitchen. There are many people who clean the stove still warm. According to the publication, it turns out to be a very common mistake. You should let it cool down and then clean it up.

Already in washing machine, one of the errors is related to the fact that it only pays attention to the inside of the machine. Yes, you also need to clean the rubber area and the drawer with the various compartments where you place the softener and detergent.

What about wasteJust make the bag change and that's it? You should also clean the crate to avoid bad smells and bacteria over time.

“ A clean and organized house also depends on using the right products and methods for each surface”, reads in the publication.

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You want some help? “It is important to clean the crate with disinfectant whenever a stroke or splash occurs,” reads Good Housekeeping. 

It may also be a good idea to clean the lid of the box with disinfectant sometimes a week to remove invisible bacteria and thus avoid smells in the future. 

You should still be alert to escape whenever you change the bag. Always have a garbage bag ready to move and “put a sheet of kitchen paper under the tear to avoid more dirt”. When you finish changing the bag “clean immediately any spills and disinfect”.

When the crate needs a deeper cleaning, “take it to your garden, if you have little space outside, use the bathtub”. Wash it with a hose, a pressure washer or a shower.

Then clean it with an antibacterial spray. Wash again with water and let it dry completely with the lid open before putting the bag back in.

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