7 Things You Didn't Know You Cleaned Too Often

PLUS: 3 things you can rent to save money, a smart way to use the last of your mascara, and more. PLUS: 3 things you can rent to save money, a smart way to use the last of your mascara, and more. May 26, 2022 [View Online]( Good morning! We all have things we could stand to clean more often, but a lot of people don’t realize there are things we ought to clean less often too. In Today’s Good Thing, I’ll tell you which 7 things around your house won’t last if you're cleaning them too frequently. Also in today’s newsletter, we'll take a look at a few different rentals that can save you money. Renting doesn’t always make financial sense, but in the right situation, it can save you quite a bit! Jillee TODAY'S GOOD THING 7 Things You Didn't Know You Cleaned Too Often [Photos of a bra, a carpet, and a pair of jeans.]( Most people don't realize you can wear out these 7 things by cleaning them too frequently. 1. Bathroom Mirrors. Between steamy conditions and frequent cleanings, moisture can get easily behind your bathroom mirror and damage the backing. For that reason, it’s wise to clean your bathroom mirror as needed to avoid moisture damage. 2. Carpets. If you use foaming cleaning products frequently on carpet stains, you could be leaving behind soapy residue that attracts more dirt. When using carpet cleaning products, be sure to blot the area with a wet cloth afterward to rinse out any residue. 3. Wood Furniture. Wood cleaners can keep your furniture nice and shiny, but when used too frequently, they can form a greasy buildup that attracts dust. Use a wood cleaner once or twice a month, and use a damp microfiber cloth for everyday cleaning. 4. Denim. The best way to make denim jeans last is to wash them infrequently—once a month or so should suffice. To freshen them between washes, make a spray with 1/4 cup of rubbing alcohol, 1/4 cup of water, and 3 drops of lavender oil to use as needed. 5. Bras. Bras are another item you can wear out prematurely by washing too often. To extend their lifespan, wear bras 3-4 times before washing, and zip them into a mesh laundry bag before putting them in the washer. 6. Your Hair. Your hair and scalp produce oils for a reason, and removing them every day with shampoo can take a toll. Unless you have fine hair, oily hair, or you exercise or sweat a lot, you should only need to wash your hair about 2-3 times per week. 7. Your Car. Keeping your car clean is important, but every time you wash it, you also remove some of the protective wax on your car’s paint. Wash your car once or twice a month to preserve the wax, and get it waxed again about once a year. [See these tips in more detail ➜]( Related • [The 9 Cleaning Mistakes That Are Undermining Your Efforts]( • [No Time? Here Are The Cleaning Tasks You Should (And Shouldn't) Skip]( ⚡️QUICK TIPS⚡️ • To chill, or not to chill? 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Luckily, I recently learned an easy way to find gardeners on Instagram who are sharing ideas and tips you can actually apply to your own garden. All you have to do is use Instagram's search bar to find gardening-related hashtags specific to your state or USDA Plant Hardiness Zone. (Don't know yours? [Find it on this map](.) For example, I’ve found a lot of useful gardening information through the #utahgardens and #zone5gardening hashtags. Swap your state or zone into these hashtags and use them as a starting point for your search for personalized gardening inspiration. SAVE MONEY 3 Rental Services That Can Save You Money [A photo of an electric bike.]( If you only need them for a short time, renting these items instead of buying them is a smart way to save. 1. Power Tools. If you need a specific power tool for a one-off project, you may be able to rent it for a day at a nearby home improvement store. Home Depot, for instance, rents out power drills for as little as $10 a day, which makes renting a no-brainer if you don't have a lot of use for a drill otherwise. 2. Recreation Equipment. Interested in a trying a new form of recreation like camping, rock climbing, or kayaking? Renting the equipment at an outdoor store like REI is an affordable way to do it. Plus, if you do enjoy it, the experience will give you an idea of what to look for when you buy your own equipment. 3. Bikes And Scooters. If you're itching to get out for a bike or scooter ride, you don't need to own one to do so. Bike and scooter rentals are available in many cities these days through app-based services, local bike shops, and recreation stores. Search for bike shares or rentals in your city and see what you can find! JILLEE'S PICK 5 Reasons I Love My Hand-Powered Food Chopper [Before and after photos of an onion in the Chef'n VeggiChop food chopper.]( While I try to avoid cluttering up my kitchen with them, I’m not against kitchen gadgets. I think any tool that saves you time or makes you less likely to throw in the towel and order takeout is a great thing to have. For me, the [Chef’n VeggiChop]( fits that description perfectly. Here's a quick look at what I love about this food chopper: 1. No Plug Or Batteries. This chopper is operated by a handle attached to a pull cord. But don’t let the “hand-powered” label fool you—the blades in this little chopper whip around with more than enough force to chop up hard veggies, nuts, and even ice. 2. Easy To Use. I have more than enough complex gadgets at home already, so it’s nice to have one that’s very easy to use. All I have to do is put the food in the chopper cup, put the lid on, and pull the cord a few times. 3. (Mostly) Dishwasher Safe. This chopper's bowl, blades, and storage lid can go right into the top rack of your dishwasher when they're dirty. The lid shouldn’t go in the dishwasher due to the pull cord, but most of the time I just wipe it clean with a damp rag. 4. Airtight Storage Lid. The storage lid that comes with the VeggiChop is great for storing leftovers in the fridge without having to get another bowl or container dirty. 5. Saves Time. While I know my way around a kitchen knife well enough, I'm not very quick with one. Using this food chopper to chop an onion and a few cloves of garlic for dinner saves me time and helps get dinner on the table faster. [See the Chef’n Veggichop Food Chopper on Amazon ➜]( YOUR ONE GOOD THING Use Up The Last Of A Tube Of Mascara Sharon K. C. from Georgia has a great tip about mascara: "When you think your mascara is used up, drop the tube into a glass of hot water while you apply your makeup. You will be amazed at the amount of product left to utilize, and the warm mascara feels nice when applied." Great tip Sharon! I’m sure we’re not the only ones who've forgotten to get new mascara and needed to wring another application from a nearly empty tube. Putting it in hot water would thin out the mascara on the sides of the tube and the actual brush, and I can definitely see it being easier to apply too. The next time I’m down to the dregs of my tube of mascara (because I know myself well enough to accept that it will), I will definitely make use of this tip. Have a great tip or trick of your own? [Share YOUR “one good thing” here]( for a chance to see it featured in a future newsletter! A FEW MORE THINGS... Flight Of Fancy: Today is National Paper Airplane Day, which is the perfect excuse to arrange a friendly competition with friends or family. 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