Gross!

Nastiest Things that Don't Get Cleaned Often

There are some items in your home that just don't get the attention they need when it's time to clean.

Inside dishwasher- Who knew, right? The folks at Today do. This machine is all about getting things clean. Over time, the gunk that was on your plates can coat the inside of your dishwasher. It won't be as effective at getting your dishes clean and may even start to smell funky!

Use about a cup of baking soda, sprinkled on the bottom of the dishwasher overnight. In the morning, run the machine on the highest temperature setting with a cup of vinegar for a cycle. It should be back to getting your dishes sparkling clean more efficiently than before. 

Pillows- So gross! Did you know that a pillow is growing? Due to the accumulation of dead skin, dust mites and the waste they produce, your pillow may double its weight over two years. 

If you have synthetic pillows, you're in luck. You can throw them in the washing machine on a heavy cycle with gentle detergent. Tumble dry on low with a couple tennis balls. You want to get them completely dry to avoid mold!

Melissa Maker, over at Clean My Space  brought up the Toilet Bowl Brush- For being a "no-brainer" on the yuck factor, this object is routinely neglected after it does some of the dirtiest work in your home. 

Place it between the seat and the rim of the bowl, spray with disinfectant till dripping wet and allow to sit for ten minutes. Rinse with really hot water and put it back between the seat and bowl to dry again. 

Among the items Fitness Magazine talked about gym bags, among other things that can get really nasty. If you carry damp clothes- make sure they're in a plastic bag in your gym bag, the same goes for your shoes!

Well, this is just a short list, feel free to add more icky items in the comments!