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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Chiana Dickson

‘You’re risking more than just a streaky countertoр’ – 7 signs it’s time to replace your kitchen sponge

Modern kitchen with microwave.

Your kitchen sponge might look harmless, but it is hiding more grime and bacteria than you think. Over time, even the most durable sponges start to lose their cleaning power – and worse, spread germs.

From stubborn odors to frayed edges, there are several clear signs it’s time to replace your kitchen sponge, and ignoring them could lead to making you and your family sick.

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