- Vacuum cleaners — Empty the bin after every use, clean the filter every 1 to 2 months with cold water, and deep clean the roller and attachments monthly in warm, soapy water.
- Toilet brushes — Scrub with a disinfectant such as Pine-Sol after each use, air-dry between the seat and toilet, and add a few drops of disinfectant to the holder, changing it every few days. Replace it annually.
- Sponges — Disinfect daily by microwaving for 1 minute while damp (*use a different method if it contains metallic parts). Replace every 1 to 2 weeks.
- Cleaning rags — Wash after every use on a hot water cycle to eliminate germs and bacteria.
- Dish brushes — Soak weekly for 1 hour in 1 cup of distilled vinegar with a drop of dish soap and rinse or run through the dishwasher (if safe). Replace every 3 to 6 months or when bristles fray.
- Brooms — Scrub monthly with warm, soapy water and rinse.
- Mops — Rinse after each use, and after every few uses, machine wash if possible or disinfect for 15 minutes by soaking in warm water and 1 cup of distilled vinegar. For cotton mops, use bleach instead of vinegar and rinse well.
Finally, always let cleaning tools air-dry — because nothing clean should have a bad smell.
