Household items will need replacement at some point. Some last for years, while others require changing more often. It is easy to determine when to replace some things, for instance, fresh flowers, as you know right away when it’s time to do so. However, some items require replacement, but it’s not that obvious that they do. Here some of the most common household items that need regular replacement but are often overlooked.
Toothbrush
Your toothbrush must be changed once a month. It loses its efficiency to clean over time. Plus, bacteria can live and grow among the bristles. So, instead of cleaning your teeth and gums, you may develop mouth problems because of bacterial infection. You may also end up having bad breath because of it.
Sponge
Like the toothbrush, a sponge can also lose its efficiency after some time. Depending on how much you use the sponge, you can replace it after 4 to 6 weeks. Between uses, make sure you clean it by placing it in the dishwasher together with the utensils or placing it in a microwave for a couple of minutes while it’s damp. Since this household item is generally cheap, it’s best to replace it every month to ensure the sanitation in your kitchen and to avoid health problems.
Makeup
Makeup products don’t last forever. They also have an expiration date. Once they pass that expiration, throw them away because they might cause skin irritation and problems. Check the makeup’s expiration date as the packaging often comes with one. A general rule of the thumb is that lipsticks can last for one year after opening them, while eyeshadows, blushes, primers, and foundations typically last for a couple of years. Liquid eyeliners and mascaras, on the other hand, require replacement every three months.
Fire extinguisher
It’s vital to have a fire extinguisher that is in excellent condition because you never know when you’ll need it. Check its pressure gauge every month to ensure that its needle points to the green area. If not, recharge it, or another option is to replace it.
Pillows and sheets
Pillows and sheets need regular cleaning because they accumulate germs, dead skin cells, and bacteria over time. However, there will come a time that cleaning is no longer enough, and they will need replacement. Unless you clean pillows regularly, you need to replace them every six months or every year. Sheets need replacement every 2 to 3 years, although you may keep them longer if you have several that you use alternately.
Contact lens case
Contact lenses are not the only ones that require replacement at some point; their case does too. To ensure that your case is clean and you will be free from infection, replace the case every three months.
Bath towels
Bath towels require cleaning once a week or every couple of weeks. However, you should replace them after one year because they will no longer be as effective in drying.
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