Bath mats might seem like a small detail in your bathroom, but they absorb a lot more than just water. Unfortunately, they can trap dirt, bacteria, and moisture with every step out of the shower.

It's our bath mats, of course. A bath mat may not be something you think about regularly cleaning—does it belong with laundry ...

Because the air is cooler in winter, bath mats stay damp for longer, leading to bacteria buildup. Bath mats also get dirtier faster in winter because our skin is drier. Laundry pros recommend throwing ...

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In most Southern homes, the laundry room runs on wisdom inherited from our mothers who inherited from their grandmothers: whites together in hot, colors in cold, and delicates washed separately. It’s ...

You might be surprised to hear that it’s recommended bath mats be washed weekly. Since they are designed to absorb moisture, they can be a potential hotbed for bacteria, especially in warmer climates ...