When we think of cleaning, we usually think of the obvious things: the floor, the dishes, and the laundry. But germs often hide in plain sight. In professional hygiene standards, we call these “High-Touch Surfaces”—areas that represent the highest risk because we touch them constantly but rarely clean them.

If you want to make your home “CliniEasy” clean, here are the 7 spots you need to disinfect today.

1. Door Handles and Light Switches Think about it: you touch the light switch immediately after entering the house, often before washing your hands. These are the busiest traffic intersections for bacteria in your home.

• How to clean: Use a disinfectant wipe or a cloth with 70% alcohol solution. Don’t spray liquid directly into the light switch plate to avoid electrical issues; spray the cloth instead.

2. Remote Controls and Game Controllers Your TV remote is likely one of the dirtiest items in your living room. It falls on the floor, gets stuck between sofa cushions, and is handled by everyone in the family.

• The Easy Fix: Remove the batteries first. Use a toothpick to gently remove debris from between the buttons, then wipe down the surface with a disinfecting wipe.

3. The Handle of Your Refrigerator You open the fridge while cooking, often with food residue on your hands. This handle can become a breeding ground for bacteria if not wiped down daily.

• Pro Tip: Make this part of your nightly kitchen routine. One quick wipe every evening keeps it spotless.

4. Your Smartphone Screen We take our phones everywhere—including the bathroom. Yet, we press them against our faces to make calls.

• Warning: Never use harsh window cleaners (like Windex) on phone screens as they can strip the protective coating. Use specialized screen wipes or a soft microfiber cloth with a tiny amount of water.

5. Kitchen Faucet Handles This is a classic “catch-22.” You touch the faucet handle with dirty hands to turn on the water to wash your hands. That means the handle itself collects whatever was on your hands.

• Solution: Disinfect the faucet handles after you finish doing the dishes.

6. Toothbrush Holders We use toothbrushes to clean our teeth, but the cup they sit in is often neglected. Water drips down, creating a moist environment where mold and bacteria love to grow.

• How to clean: Most toothbrush holders are dishwasher safe. If not, wash them with hot soapy water and let them dry completely before using them again.

7. Keyboard and Mouse If you work from home, you likely spend 8 hours a day touching these two items. Crumbs, dust, and oils from your fingers build up quickly.

• The Method: Turn the keyboard upside down and gently shake it to remove crumbs. Use compressed air (canned air) to blow out dust, then wipe the keys with a tech-safe wipe.

Conclusion A truly clean home isn’t just about what looks shiny; it’s about hygiene where it counts. By focusing on these 7 high-touch areas, you can significantly reduce germs in your home with just a few minutes of effort. That’s the CliniEasy way!