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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Seraphina Di Mizzurati

How to clean your house when you suspect someone is ill – stop germs in their tracks

Modern and luxury counter, cabinet and shelf with white granite top and black washing machine sunlight from window on cement tile wall laundry room for washing and cleaning product display.

If you suspect someone you live with is unwell, maintaining a clean and hygienic house is important for not only their recovery but the health of everyone else.

When cleaning your house when someone is ill, it's important to start with the basics. This means decluttering and removing any unnecessary items from surfaces and floors. Although decluttering and cleaning all communal rooms may seem like an endless task, germs and bacteria in high-traffic areas can easily thrive and spread throughout your home.

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