Why Dishcloths Smell Sour and How to Keep Them Fresh
A sour-smelling dishcloth usually has a moisture-and-soil problem, not a fragrance problem. The cloth stays damp while holding traces of food, grease, and soap. Research on used kitchen towels has found that moist environments and collected food residues can support bacterial growth, which helps explain why careful washing and drying matter. Rinsing helps, but it … Read more