The kitchen towel does not get the credit it deserves.
But whats the right way to keep it clean and sanitary?
Theyre also primarily used on dishes and cutlery, increasing the risk of contact with bacteria.
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Proper cleaning not only ensures hygiene but also extends the kitchen towels lifespan and maintains its absorbency.
Can you boil kitchen towels to clean them?
Boiling has long been touted as a foolproof method to sterilize anything and everythingincluding towels.
The idea is simple: Heat kills bacteria.
Separate Towels
Avoid mixing kitchen towels with other laundry items to prevent cross-contamination.
Throw them in thewashing machine, separately from your clothes.
Turn up the temperature setting on your washing machine, and then dry your towels normally.
Boil some water in a wide pot and put your towels in it.
Remove them from the pot and set them to air dry.
This should give you squeaky clean results.
And if the stains just arent budging, you might have to try your hand atlaundry stripping.
