Regularly monitor these hidden moldy spots for a safe and sanitary home.

Moisture from daily use can get trapped underneath, creating the perfect environment for mold and bacteria to grow.

Paper is an ideal breeding ground for mold, especially when tucked into afiling cabinetthats rarely opened or moved.

A hand in a rubber glove cleaning mildew from a wooden window frame with a sponge

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Houseplants

As it turns out,overwatering your houseplantscan be just as damaging as underwatering them.

Excess moisture and poor air circulation in consistently wet soil create the perfect conditions for mold spores to thrive.

Inside Toothbrush Holders

Toothbrush holders are essential in the bathroom.

Nobody wants their toothbrush bristles touching dirty surfaces or falling intounsanitary places.

Bath toys, in particular, can be prone to mold growth if not properly maintained.

A proper, well-ventilated storage space will also help to keep mold away.