Cleaning the Cleaning Tools

Feather duster

Pour approximately 2 cups of cornstarch into a plastic bag. Place the feather duster into the bag and secure tightly around the handle.  Shake the duster and the cornstarch will remove the dirt.   Remove the leftover cornstarch by shaking.

Sponges

Place a sponge in the dishwasher, attached to one of the pegs with a clothespin, and run through a cycle with other dishes.

Sanitize in tub with 1/2 gallon of water and 1/4 cup bleach.

Microwaving is not the best choice.  The size of the sponge and the differences in ovens will affect the length of time needed to kill the germs.

Rotate or replace sponges every few weeks.