by Hygiene and cleanliness are the most important aspects of household duties, especially in the bathroom where germs can spread quickly if not adequately regulated. Even though it’s a necessary tool for keeping the bathroom clean, the toilet brush can harbor bacteria and excrement. This brings up a crucial query: how can we make sure that our toilet brushes are kept as hygienic as possible?
Cleaning the toilet brush in the dishwasher is a common advice, but is this a secure and efficient technique? The nuances of this approach will be discussed in this article, along with recommendations for keeping your home clean.
Recognizing the Hazards
1. Intermarriage:
The potential of cross-contamination is the main issue when using a toilet brush in a dishwasher. Kitchenware that comes into touch with food is intended to be cleaned by dishwashers. Using a toilet brush could perhaps contaminate dishes, cooking utensils, and kitchenware with dangerous microorganisms.
2. Inefficiency
It’s possible that dishwashers can’t get hot enough to eradicate every germ on a toilet brush. Although the hot water and detergent work well to remove most food residue, they may not be able to completely destroy all germs present in feces.
3. Damage to the brush and appliance:
The materials used to make toilet brushes might not be able to survive the conditions in a dishwasher. The appliance’s internal components may sustain damage or the brush may become deformed because of the high water pressure and heat.
Different Cleaning Techniques
1. Solution for bleach:
Soaking a toilet brush in a bleach solution (1 part bleach to 6 parts water) for an hour, followed by a thorough washing and full drying time, is one of the best ways to disinfect a toilet brush.
2. Peroxide of hydrogen:
Similar to bleach, hydrogen peroxide is a disinfectant for use in homes. After soaking, thoroughly rinse the brush.
3. Baking soda and vinegar:
Soaking the brush in a vinegar and baking soda mixture can help disinfect and eliminate odors in a more natural way. After doing this, give everything a good rinse.
Tips for Cleaning Toilet Brushes
1. Before putting the toilet brush back in its holder after each use, let it air dry thoroughly.
2. Using the previously indicated alternate techniques, clean and disinfect the toilet brush on a regular basis.
3. If your toilet brush starts to show symptoms of wear and tear, replace it on a regular basis.
