10 Gross Household Items You're Neglecting to Scrub

6. Clean the kitchen thoroughly by wiping down countertops, cleaning the sink, and scrubbing the stovetop and oven. Don’t forget to clean the inside and outside of the refrigerator and microwave. 7. Clean the bathrooms by scrubbing the toilet, sink, and bathtub/shower. Use a bathroom cleaner to disinfect surfaces and remove soap scum and grime. 8. Launder bedding and towels. Wash sheets, pillowcases, and blankets in hot water to kill any germs and bacteria. 9. Empty trash cans in all rooms and replace liners as needed.