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Beth Mahoney

4 things you should never use bleach on at home

An image for things you should never use bleach on at home showing a bottle of spray bleach, a sponge and a cloth on a kitchen countertop with the background blurred out.

If this cleaning product is in your cabinet, here are the things you should never use bleach on at home. For many of us, this powerful disinfectant is a normal part of our cleaning routine, but there are some surfaces in the house this chemical can cause serious damage to. 

While bleach can safely keep many parts of your home fresh, there are areas it could destroy if it comes into contact with them, causing discoloration, corrosion of the material, or even toxic fumes. Luckily, our experts know exactly how and where you can use it safely.

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