Create successful ePaper yourself
Turn your PDF publications into a flip-book with our unique Google optimized e-Paper software.
34 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>November</strong> <strong>23</strong> <strong>2022</strong><br />
HOME PROFESSIONALS<br />
Get rid of those germs<br />
Not many people know is that kitchens<br />
can harbour more germs than a toilet,<br />
particularly in the sink and surface areas.<br />
Even though surfaces may appear<br />
clean, they may still harbor invisible<br />
bacteria such as Salmonella and E coli.<br />
Sponges and rags, countertops and<br />
cutting boards are common kitchen<br />
surfaces where bacteria can thrive.<br />
We often wash our hands in the<br />
kitchen sink, but when doing that you<br />
could be making the sink dirty? The<br />
bacteria is then washed into the sink and<br />
drain. Between prepping and cleaning,<br />
the kitchen is an active incubator for<br />
bacteria.<br />
So what can you do to minimise the<br />
risk of contamination from your sink?<br />
Disinfect it from time to time, preferably<br />
using an antibacterial cleaner, and wash<br />
vegetables under running water rather<br />
than filling up the sink.<br />
Here are some more tips to make sure<br />
your kitchen is germ free.<br />
Clean your wooden cutting<br />
boards<br />
1. Scrub the board and sprinkle with<br />
coarse salt. Cut a lemon in half and rub<br />
cut-side-down over the salt on the board,<br />
scrubbing in small circles, working in the<br />
direction of the grain.<br />
1. Let it sit. Allow the salt and lemon<br />
solution to sit for about 5 minutes.<br />
2. Rinse. Rinse the board thoroughly,<br />
making sure all of the salt is removed,<br />
then dry it.<br />
Clean out your dishwasher filter<br />
If you rinse your plates before loading<br />
them, you may only need to do this once<br />
a year.<br />
1. Remove your filter from the<br />
dishwasher. Consult your owner’s manual<br />
for the location.<br />
2. Run water over the lower filter to<br />
remove debris. If needed, use a soft brush<br />
and dish soap as well.<br />
3. Return the filter to your<br />
dishwasher, making sure each piece is<br />
locked into place.<br />
Clean the inside of your fridge<br />
1. Remove food from your<br />
refrigerator and freezer and place<br />
it in coolers. Throw out spoiled or<br />
expired food, then take out the shelves<br />
and drawers to get them to room<br />
temperature.<br />
2. Using a degreasing non-abrasive<br />
cleaner, wipe down the walls, ceiling and<br />
bottom of your refrigerator and rinse<br />
with a soft, damp cloth.<br />
3. With the same process, wipe down<br />
and rinse the drawers and shelves. Let<br />
them dry completely before replacing<br />
Your home. Our neighbourhood.<br />
Shaping our communities for over 65 years.<br />
+ Multi-lot subdivisions<br />
+ Residential and infill<br />
+ Rural and lifestyle<br />
Get in touch today.<br />
SCAN ME<br />
0508 787 887<br />
hello@survus.co.nz<br />
www.survus.co.nz
Change language