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3. Towels vs. bath mats

Towels vs. Bathroom Mats: Appropriate Maintenance and Washing For proper cleanliness, towels should be replaced following every three to four applications. Alternating between two towels permits one to dry thoroughly between uses, so you only need to launder them approximately every two weeks. Ignoring this schedule can create stale odors and make white towels appear dingy over time. Bathroom mats require even more regular washing. Their moisture, along with the heat and darkness of bathrooms, establishes perfect environments for mold and bacteria. Bathroom mats should be laundered at least weekly to eliminate dirt and maintain your bathroom hygienic.

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