15 amazing facts about cleaning you probably never knew

1. A carpet's surface of one square meter can accommodate up to one kilogram of dirt, including germs. 
2.  A solitary dollar bill may contain up to 3,000 distinct types of bacteria.
3. According to a journal of applied microbiology, nearly 30% of viruses can be transferred from a fingertip to a glass surface, such as a mobile phone screen. 
4. Lemons are highly effective natural disinfectants. 
5. Most antibacterial agents require approximately one minute on surfaces before they can be wiped away to ensure their effectiveness. 
6. A standard office phone has more than 20,000 germs per square inch. 
7. Spraying undiluted vinegar on weeds can completely eradicate unwanted plants.  
8. The air quality in a sealed, unventilated space can be up to five times worse than in an open, well-ventilated, clean environment. 
9. Dust consists primarily of over 60% dead skin particles. 
10. Wiping all surfaces and equipment handles, such as door knobs, elevator buttons, etc., with sanitizing wipes before use/contact can reduce your chances of getting sick by up to 40%. 
11. A typical shopping cart handle can harbor up to 11 million microorganisms, significantly more than what is present in a restroom. 
12. Washing your hands properly with soap under running water or using a hand sanitizer regularly can eliminate infectious germs. 
13. When brass materials/surfaces become corroded, using ketchup to clean them can restore their shine. 
14. A simple mixture of water and apple cider vinegar is well-known for its antibacterial properties, and is used to eliminate unpleasant odors. 
15. Washing fruits and vegetables with apple cider vinegar can help remove chemical residues more effectively than using water alone.

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