Kitchen towels are one of the most bacteria-laden items in most homes.

  • Use separate towels for hands and dishes.
  • Wash every 2 to 3 days – daily if you handled raw meat or someone is sick.
  • Never use the same towel on raw meat surfaces and anything else.
  • Hang towels to dry fully between uses. A damp towel folded up grows bacteria within hours.

Wash on the hottest setting safe for the fabric. If they smell musty after washing, add 1 cup of white vinegar to the rinse cycle.