July 02, 2026
It's easy to let your toothbrush holders become disgustingly dirty with grime and guck. But washing the accessory is barely a chore: all you have to do is throw it in the dishwasher.
Really, that's it, so there's no reason why you shouldn't be washing the holder regularly.
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Eliminate Upholstery Stains With Shaving Cream
There's no need to hire an expensive professional to get those stains out of your upholstery. Instead, rub a little bit of shaving cream (anything but the gel kind) into the stain, let it sit for 30 minutes or overnight, and then blot it dry.
Just make sure that you test this method out on a hidden area of your couch before actually putting it to use, as there is always the small chance of damaging the fabric.
Use Mouthwash To Clean Your Toilet Bowl
Your teeth aren't the only thing that mouthwash can clean. According to experts, using the breath freshener as a toilet bowl cleaner can also return your toilet to its former porcelain white color. Just pour a quarter cup of the breath freshener into the toilet, let it sit for 30 to 45 minutes, and scrub away.
Go Organic
Do not use pesticides on your lawn or plants.
Household use of pesticides and herbicides rival farm and Industrial use in their overall impact on the environment. They also threaten health, particularly in pets and children, who are more likely than their parents to roll around on chemically-treated lawns.
If it is a "cide", it is designed to kill things and probably cuts a wider swath than you intend. "Integrated pest management" is the banner under which can be found a wide variety of alternatives to home-front chemical warfare.
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