What are the dirtiest places in your home?
The most surprising germ-infested spot of all: the coffee pot.
NO matter how clean you keep your house, harmful germs and bacteria are lurking in places you may never suspect.
From the toothbrush holder in the bathroom to the stove knobs in the kitchen, the nine most germ infested spots are often overlooked during the weekly clean – leading to a hazardous build-up of invisible dirt.
Speaking to the Mail Online, Sarah Humphreys of ‘Real Simple’ magazine revealed the most surprising germ-infested spot of all: the coffee pot.
‘You may clean the filter, but oils from the ground or mineral deposits from your water will build up over time with bacteria,’ she said.
‘Every six months do a descaling cleanse of your coffee maker or use a white vinegar water rinse.’
Other hidden germ-prone kitchen spots included the pet food bowl, which Humphreys recommends putting in the dishwasher every day, and the stove knobs which accumulate grease and ‘gunk’ build up.
Lurking…
When it comes to the bathroom, the scariest invisible spot is the walls by the toilet.
‘If you watch a toilet flush in slow motion, it looks like a fireworks display and microbes can go 20feet,’ explained Humphreys.
‘This is really gross. When you’re washing the surfaces of your bathroom, don’t forget the walls.’
The toothbrush holder is another culprit.
‘Think about it,’ she said. ‘Bacteria thrive in dark, moist places. What does the bottom of your toothbrush holder look like?’
‘Make sure you wash it a lot. And keep toothbrushes covered.’
Over in the living room, less obvious grounds for breeding bacteria include the remote control and light switches.
‘Your remote control is dirtier than a toilet handle and also a tissue box,’ said Humphreys.
So what are the dirtiest spots in your home?
Bath mat
Walls by the toilet
Toothbrush holder
Coffee maker
Remote controls
Pet beds, bowls and toys
Light switches
(Source: Mail Online)
