Reusable shopping bags are brilliant, but they see a lot of action – groceries, vegetables, sometimes leaky packets, damp items, forgotten snacks. If they’re never washed, they can start to hold on to smells and bacteria. Those bags usually live near entrances, kitchens or in cupboards, quietly contributing to a faint “what is that?” odour.
By tossing fabric or washable bags into the washing machine now and then, you reset them. Plastic or non-washable ones can be wiped down inside. This not only stops smells but is more hygienic for the food and items you carry.
You might be surprised how much fresher a space feels when those bags are clean. It’s one of those hidden sources of odour that people don’t always think about, like old dishcloths or damp sponges.
