Avoid putting this object in the kitchen, it’s a question of hygiene!
The kitchen is one of the places in the house where the proliferation of bacteria and microbes is greatest. Between food residue, water or oil splashes, and leftover cooking preparations, the kitchen floor is constantly exposed to dirt. Whether for decoration or hygiene, many people have installed a rug in the kitchen. While this may seem like a good idea, for example to avoid splashing water near the sink, it’s actually quite the opposite!
This practice raises major hygiene problems. Unlike tile or wood flooring, carpet absorbs liquids and traps crumbs, making it an ideal nest for bacteria, fungus and mold. Adding a rug to this environment increases the risk of contamination.
To go further, Ruggablea carpet specialist carried out a test to analyze the bacteria present on kitchen carpets. The results are alarming and reveal the presence of six different types of bacteria: Escherichia coli (E. coli), Staphylococcus aureus, Clostridium perfringens, Bacillus cereus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and fecal streptococci. Some of these bacteria can cause serious health problems such as food poisoning, skin infections, respiratory tract infections, but also more serious conditions such as pneumonia.
According to Liza Garrison, Product Director of Ruggable, “These results are revealing. While it is normal for some bacteria to be present in our living spaces, the different bacteria found in this sample suggest that many people may not be cleaning their rugs and carpets as often as they should.”
She also points out that there is no need to worry. Simple actions can avoid finding yourself in this situation. “It is important to remember that good cleaning can greatly reduce the presence of bacteria. Regular vacuuming, paying particular attention to stains and periodic professional cleaning will help preserve the beauty and cleanliness of your carpets.” .
For the kitchen, it is important to choose a rug that can be machine washed, but also to vacuum the rug very regularly. Liza Garrison even suggests “investing in a steam cleaner to perform regular maintenance. The steam generated by heat can penetrate the fibers and remove dirt, bacteria and other allergens that vacuuming alone cannot eliminate”. But the simplest solution is simply not to put a rug in this room. Cleaning tiles is much easier than washing a carpet…