{"id":46009,"date":"2022-03-12T16:11:01","date_gmt":"2022-03-12T16:11:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alternatech.net\/?p=46009"},"modified":"2022-03-12T16:11:01","modified_gmt":"2022-03-12T16:11:01","slug":"household-chores-that-we-shouldnt-waste-our-time-on","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/household-chores-that-we-shouldnt-waste-our-time-on\/","title":{"rendered":"Household chores that we shouldn’t waste our time on"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cleaning, cooking, doing the dishes and managing other household tasks require over two hours every day, according to American scientists.\n

However, you could use this time to do something more fascinating.\n

Cleaning the seams between tiles\n

It’s foolish to walk around the house with a toothbrush to clean the tile seams. They were evenly dirty and appeared normal before cleaning. What happens, however, if you clean them? Some of them will be spotless, while others will be black. The previously undetectable flaws will now be apparent. Besides, you’ll be doing this for a long time and will be exhausted.\n

Instead, apply a sealant to the seams once a year or brush a candle over them.\n

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Washing a\u00a0cast iron\n

Water can cause rust to form on cast iron, but you don’t need to apply a detergent on this surface. Instead of washing them every time, such frying pans should be used more frequently and sprayed with oil to prevent food from clinging to them. In most situations, removing the food remnants with paper, sprinkling some oil on the bottom, and putting it away would suffice. This is how our forefathers did it, and the pans lasted for decades.\n

If the pan is particularly filthy, you can wash it, but be sure to dry it well and remove any remaining water.\n

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Carefully folding your underwear\n

Because thin underwear is easily destroyed, it’s best to fold it gently and store it separately from other items, but conventional underwear can just be placed into the drawer.\n

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Washing the kitchen stove and oven after every use\n

With a moist cloth, fresh spots and stains can be readily removed. Once a week, wash the surface with detergent, and once a month, clean the grills within the oven. Aggressive cleaning solutions can harm surfaces, so it’s best to avoid them altogether.\n

Because the food does not come into touch with the surfaces and the high temperature kills most bacteria, you can only clean the oven 3 to 4 times a year. To avoid having to clean the grease as often, wrap tin foil around the inner surface of the oven.\n

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\u00a0Washing curtains before holidays\n

On\u00a0average, we\u00a0should wash curtains\u00a0once every 6\u00a0months, but not more than that, as\u00a0many families\u00a0do. If\u00a0you don\u2019t have pets, or\u00a0if\u00a0you don\u2019t open the windows very often, the curtains may remain clean and fresh for a\u00a0longer time.\n

Washing curtains too often may lead\u00a0to\u00a0fading color. This is\u00a0why you can actually vacuum clean the curtains from time to\u00a0time. A\u00a0steam cleaner is\u00a0another great option to\u00a0freshen the curtains quickly and easily.\n

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Washing all your food\n

You don’t have to wash every single piece of celery if the package indicates it’s ready to eat. The washing won’t make the food any cleaner, but there’s a good chance pathogen from the sink and other surfaces will “infect” them.\n

Meat does not need to be washed. Water won’t help you fight germs and bacteria; you’ll need to cook at a high temperature to do so.\n

It’s preferable to just wipe mushrooms dry with a paper towel. Washing them accelerates their deterioration and compromises their flavor.\n

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Ironing bed sheets and clothes often\n

Consider how much easier your life would be if you purchased items made of non-iron materials such as denim, spandex, wool, cashmere, and lyocell. There are various materials referred to as “permanent press.”\n

You can still skip ironing even if you’re using a cloth that requires it. Wet garments can be hung on hooks or rolled to dry.\n

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Cleaning the pipes \u201cjust in\u00a0case\u201d\n\n
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All cleaning solutions contain strong compounds that disintegrate whatever they come into contact with, whether it’s a blockage or the inside of pipes. Of course, you should use these if your pipes are clogged, but doing so “just in case” is foolish and even dangerous.\n
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Wiping washed dishes with a\u00a0towel\n

Even seemingly clean kitchen towels may contain germs, and a lot of fibers may be transmitted onto the plates. Allowing the dishes to dry naturally is a simpler and cleaner option.\n

Washing the dishes before placing them in the dishwasher is another needless task. All you have to do now is take the food off the platters.\n

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\u00a0Manually washing dirty surfaces\n

To\u00a0finish cleaning faster, we\u00a0put\u00a0detergents on\u00a0surfaces and start cleaning the dirt. But if\u00a0you\u00a0give\u00a0the detergent more time, you won\u2019t have to\u00a0clean that hard. That\u2019s what\u00a0professional cleaners\u00a0do\u00a0in\u00a0hotels and in\u00a0restaurants.\n

More serious stains on\u00a0clothes require the same approach: you should\u00a0soak\u00a0them in\u00a0detergent and put the pieces into the washing machine. It\u00a0will save you lots of\u00a0time and effort.\n

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\u00a0Cleaning coffee makers and teapots very thoroughly\n

Experts believe that coffee leftovers on the inside of the coffee machine make the drink taste better, and many coffee fans agree. The same is true for tea \u2014 the taste becomes better. Just wash the appliances with water but don\u2019t use any cleaning agents.\n

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\u00a0Regularly vacuuming and washing the floors in\u00a0the entire house\n

All you have to do to maintain your home clean is vacuum and mop the floors once a week and clear any localized dirt as soon as possible. If you have a single stain on the floor, for example, instead of mopping the entire room, you can remove it with a cloth.\n

Vacuuming the carpet under the table or mopping the floor in an empty room is futile. It will take some time for the dust to arrive. You can clean some rooms once or twice a month if you don’t visit them. If you have small children or dogs, though, you will need to do it more frequently.\n

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Peeling all the vegetables before cooking\n

The skin contains a lot of fiber, antioxidants, and other useful elements that we just throw into the bin along with the money we paid and the time we spent on peeling.\n

Try not to peel potatoes, carrots, zucchinis, and other vegetables with soft skin unless you\u2019re making a mashed dish. This way, you can save time and discover a new taste in the foods you\u2019re used to. The exception will be vegetables with thick skin, like pumpkin or celery.\n

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