10 things that betray a bad hostess

Scattered garbage and unnecessary things

Few people really love cleaning, but clean, fresh-smelling rooms are loved by everyone. The mess in the apartment is created gradually: it's all about the habit of putting things off until later. A candy wrapper not thrown away in time, an unwashed mug near a computer, "lost" toys - one item lying in the wrong place turns into dozens.

It is much easier not to accumulate dirt, but to get into the habit of immediately putting things in their places. It is important that all family members follow this rule. If the reason for the "blockages" is an ill-conceived storage system, you should choose more comfortable furniture.

Dirty shower curtain

A trifle that can ruin the entire bathroom environment is a curtain darkened by water. Cloudiness, rust and even mold can appear on it. The accumulation of bacteria is dangerous to health, especially for people with reduced immunity.

For the curtain to last longer, there must be good ventilation in the bathroom. After each shower, flatten the product to dry.

• Polyester curtain can be washed with bleach, baking soda and vinegar.
• It is enough to wipe PVC products with a dry cloth, and in case of contamination, they will even withstand abrasives.
• It is better to wash the fabric curtain with powder on a delicate cycle at a low temperature.

Expired products and cosmetics

A sauce long forgotten in the bowels of the refrigerator, a container with moldy food leftovers, an expired kefir - is it worth keeping all this next to fresh food and risking your health?

Delay threatens not only with an unpleasant smell, but also takes away free space on the shelves. The same goes for cosmetics and perfumes - personal care products should not be stored for years.

Chipped dishes

Damaged cups and plates are hardly attractive, but that's not the only reason why it's best to get rid of them. Doctors claim that cracks in the dishes increase the likelihood of pathogenic bacteria entering the human body.

Moisture stagnates in the chips, which means that a favorable environment is formed for the development of pathogenic microflora. It is almost impossible to remove bacteria from a porous material: it gets into food and drink.

Unwashed bathroom

In the bathroom and toilet, cleanliness should be perfect: if fungus has accumulated in the tile joints, traces of human activity remain on the toilet seat, and the bathtub has turned brown from rust, then even the most expensive plumbing will not save the interior.

Both special cleaning agents (whiteness-gel, "Domestos") and folk (acetic acid, copper sulfate) will help against mold. Rust is removed by citric acid, Sanox and other compounds suitable for various types of baths.

Dusty curtains

Fabric curtains actively absorb odors and dust flying from windows. Curtains, like any textile, must be regularly looked after: clean them with a brush or vacuum cleaner. If this is not done, the fabric will soon tarnish.

It is worth remembering that thin tulles get dirty faster, and especially those that hang on the kitchen window.Clean curtains are an indicator of how carefully the owners monitor the order and comfort in the house.

Greasy towels

Many details, inconspicuous at first glance, make the interior untidy. Stale, washed towels in the kitchen or bathroom will ruin all the impression of even the most modern and stylish furnishings.

Hand and body towels should be washed every 2-3 days, and kitchen towels should be changed every other day. Unfortunately, frequent washing destroys the fabric, so new towels need to be purchased every three years.

Exposed wires

The abundance of unmasked cords and power strips spoils the look of the room, making it unsightly. Sometimes you can't get rid of the wires, but there are many ways to hide them. The wires from the computer can be fixed under the tabletop using clerical binders and screws. Ordinary cable ties and cable ducts are also appropriate.

Dirty glass surfaces

If there are many mirrors in the apartment, it is necessary to monitor their cleanliness: the left prints and splashes of toothpaste on the mirror discourage all the desire to look into it. The same goes for windows: modern detergents are very effective in fighting streaks and dirt.

First, the glass is washed with a cleaning agent or soapy water, then with clean water, and then wiped with a dry cloth. Glittering windows add light and air to the room.

Soiled microwave

Another annoying detail that is easy to hide, but still cannot be ignored: the dirty inside of the microwave. If the walls are overgrown with fat, you should put a bowl of water in it and turn on the stove at full power. The steam will soften the dirt and will be easy to remove. And to get rid of the old smell, you can "boil" lemon slices in water for 5 minutes.

Sometimes it's hard to believe, but cleanliness and freshness in the house can transform not only the interior of the rooms, but also your own perception, improve efficiency and improve relationships with loved ones.