Last Updated on December 3, 2020
4. Mattress
Since we’re talking about bed wear, have you ever wondered when you should buy a new mattress? A lot of stores will tell you their mattress lasts a lifetime, truth is, they won’t. The only reason why they say it is because they want to sell. So how to know when to substitute your old mattress?
Mattresses last around 8 years. But what will tell you when it’s time to buy a new mattress is not only how they look (spots, dirty, yellow) but mostly how they feel. If you don’t have a comfortable mattress, you won’t rest or sleep properly.
And for people who suffer from allergies, they might not stop sneezing because allergens and dust mites tend to accumulate on the mattress. And of course, quality usually means more money, but it also means you made a good investment that will end up saving you money in the long run.
5. Water Filter
Nowadays, everyone has a refrigerator with a water filter. It’s not as expensive as it was in the past and of course, everyone wants to drink cold, pure water, so why not spend a few extra bucks on it? The problem is, most people forget to replace the water filter.
And even though you might not taste anything different, that doesn’t mean the water is clean. It’s recommended to replace your water filter every six months, but you should check the model of your refrigerator and read the guidelines. Since you have a refrigerator with a built-in water filter, it’s probably a good idea to take advantage out of it, correct?
6. Plastic containers
Plastic containers, we bet you have loads of them in your kitchen. But how many of those are new? Probably a few, or none. Normally, plastic containers are meant to be reused, but not forever. Some people don’t understand that BPA is a chemical present in plastic that can be very harmful to our health.
Even though most containers have “BPA-free” stickers on them, it’s never too safe to use them for a long time. Thankfully, now more than ever, people are starting to use glass containers that are much safer to use. Even if heavy, they will last longer than any plastic storage containers.
A good alternative for packing your kids’ lunch is silicone containers. They come in many colors and are super light to carry around. And of course, they are much safer to use! You shouldn’t punish yourself for forgetting some of the items on this list.
After all, we’re humans, we forget about things, and we mess up sometimes, but we learn from our mistakes, and we always want to do better and better. So, now that you’re aware of what household items you need to make sure you do it right now or as soon as possible, so you don’t end up forgetting about it for another year!
