Cleaning

You probably haven't realized how dirty your bath mat is right now, and that's really bad for your health. Here's how often experts say you should wash it.

A hygiene expert warned that used towels are a "breeding ground for bacteria like mold, mildew, and even E. coli."

From how to stock your fridge to hidden bacteria in unexpected places, experts reveal the kitchen habits we all need to stop.

Jacqueline Stein, told Newsweek: "Everyone wants pretty carpet lines when vacuuming but this isn't removing all of the dust and debris."

Are you struggling to get rid of clutter in your home? Here's a simple trick that will help you clear it of belongings you don't really need.

"Her making less salary does not make her your indentured servant," read one comment.

From vacuuming to laundry, there isn't much this pre-schooler can't do. Newsweek reached out to experts who discussed the pros and cons of children doing chores.

We called the dirtiest home I have ever cleaned the "horror house". I couldn't even see the floor. It was amazing.

A friendly neighborhood woman was shocked when a stranger demanded she cleaned her house.

"I bet 99 percent that she carries the entire mental load of the household. And has baby brain," read one Reddit reply dragging the man for his comments.

The woman's mother-in-law went behind her back to complain it was "dirty" and even offered to come and clean it while she was away.

Several users on Mumsnet said they would "hate this" situation, saying the mother-in-law had "crossed the line."

The family huddled in a room together after the woman mixed bleach and vinegar to clean the kitchen.

"You can't keep on paying for a service that's not being provided," agreed one commenter on the viral Mumsnet post.

A woman has taken to Mumsnet to ask if she is being unreasonable to be offended after her sister tried to charge her for a favor.

Exposure to mold can cause a variety of health problems. Here are some expert tips on how to get rid of it.

"Clean clothes rarely find themselves in wardrobes or cupboards," explained the mom in the now-viral Mumsnet post.

"I would definitely want them changed immediately and I do find that pretty disgusting," said one commenter on the viral Mumsnet post.

"If Becky did that to a hotel room she would be forced to pay for damages," said one irritated reply on the Reddit post.

"You spend a whopping 49-60 hours a week in your bed," said cleaner Nicola Rodriguez who admits to changing her sheets every five to seven days.

Carley Harrison shared the grim footage to highlight the "more challenging" side of holiday rentals.

"How do they not understand we are partners and not their maid," said one commenter on the viral TikTok video.

The Sweeva 6500 vacuum had some serious flaws connecting to its self-emptying station and overall disappointing results.

"I've told you over and over again not to put stuff on my ledge," joked one commenter on the viral TikTok clip.

Dust in the home is a general nuisance and can contribute to health problems. So, Newsweek spoke to experts to learn how to keep your home dust free forever.

The mom was left torn over the move after learning a work colleague still cleans her child's clothes - and he's in his 20s.

Moving out of your old rental home and worried about end-of-tenancy cleaning? Here are a few pro tips to get you started.

"The disrespect and entitlement is just out of this world [nowadays], one Reddit user said regarding the photo.

"Previous tenants in the basement?" one user joked in a comment.

Yeedi Vac 2 Pro with an emptying and charging station offers some high-end features at a lower price point to save some money, but don't expect the world.