13 bad habits a good housewife shouldn't have

Everyone wants to live clean, so they use their own tricks to maintain order in the house... There are rules that every housewife knows:

• it is better to wash the pan after oatmeal immediately;
• colored items should not be washed with whites;
• It is better to remove fat from the stove with a soft sponge.

Take a look what things a good housewife should not have.

But there are mistakes that even experienced housewives make. Such household habits will devalue all attempts to maintain cleanliness in the house and can even harm your health.

Maintain perfect cleanliness

Many things in our apartments do not need to be washed as often. But that doesn't stop most women every month. wash curtains and polish the upholstery of armchairs and sofas. As a result of frequent washing, the washed fabric loses its original appearance and does not look so fresh. And we waste both time and money on powders and electricity.

Do not get hung up on perfect cleanliness, it is better to rest an extra minute or spend it with your family.

Pour the coffee grounds into the sink

Many coffee lovers have this habit. Thickness will quickly become the cause of blockage. The consistency is thick, the mixture sticks to fatty deposits in the pipes, resulting in a cork.

On my own get rid of the blockage almost impossible. It will cause an unpleasant odor in the kitchen.

Refusal to use the hood

When cooking, it is best not to forget to turn on hood... She is:

• cleans the air;
• eliminates odor (this is especially important when cooking foods that smell strongly. For example, fish);
• absorbs fat particles;
• helps to reduce the humidity in the room.

If you refuse to use this technique, then the kitchen will be high humidity (negatively affecting the condition of the furniture), and the smell of cooking will penetrate into other rooms.

Keep the curtains open at all times

If the windows face the sunny side, it is better to keep the curtains closed from morning to evening. Continuous exposure to bright rays will adversely affect surfaces. As a result, the upholstery of the sofa, armchairs will become dull, and the pattern will become pale. Even wood floors and other furnishings can be tarnished by the sun.

Flush grease down the sink

Every second housewife at least once poured fat from a frying pan or cauldron into the sink. Doing this is strictly prohibited, as it leads to rapid and severe blockage of pipes and as a result, the appearance of an unpleasant odor in the apartment.

You cannot flush it into the toilet for the same reason. Fat must be collected in a separate container, and then thrown into the trash bin.

Placing terry towels in the bathroom

Soft, large, cozy, warm terry towels are very popular today. But not everyone knows how to use them correctly. They cannot be kept in a room with high humidity all the time.as they can become breeding grounds for fungus and bacteria. It is better to store terry towels in the closet in the bedroom, using them after taking a bath or shower.

See what else cannot be stored in the bathroom.

Use chlorine to clean surfaces

The use of such a means for washing the bathroom, sink, floor is not only impractical, but also dangerous:

• possible burns on contact with skin;
• inhalation - respiratory tract damage.

Chlorine, if not concentrated correctly, damages any surface (metal, laminate, linoleum, etc.).

Use universal cleaning products

All-purpose household chemicals are a great way to make cleaning easier and can be used on most surfaces in our home. but some things are better not to clean them... For example, old limescale deposits from hard water cannot be removed from the mixer and other plumbing fixtures.

It is better to immediately use specialized means and remove plaque easily. 

Furniture on wheels

The constant movement of armchairs, chairs and even more so sofas negatively affects the surface of the laminate or linoleum. Therefore, if you have a need for frequent movement of furniture, you can simply put carpet under it.

Neglect trays and stands

How nice it is to sit on the couch, watch your favorite TV series TV and drink tea. However, there are problems behind such pleasure - terrible stains on lacquered furniture, which are very difficult to get rid of (and sometimes even impossible). Therefore, it is better not to allow them.

Use trays and cup holders to prevent these stains and scratches.

Allow pets to lie on couches and armchairs

After the animals, the fur remains, and the claws scratch the upholstery and leave clues. Thus, you will have to clean the surface of upholstered furniture much more often, which will lead to a deterioration in appearance. A good solution in this situation is a separate place for animals.

Apply cleaning agents directly to the surface

Detergents must be applied first to a cloth or sponge and only then to the surface to be cleaned. This saves money and prevents stains and streaks.

Excessive use of air fresheners

Placing chemical fresheners in all rooms will not have the desired effect. Better to find the source of the unpleasant odor and remove it. And to create a pleasant aroma in the apartment, you can put fresh flowers. It is also not recommended to place sprayers in rooms:

• where there are many flowers;
• intended for sleep and rest.

Following simple tips will help keep your apartment clean and comfortable for a long time.