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Dishcloth
A dishcloth is used in the kitchen to clean dishes and other surfaces. Typically they are made of cotton or other cloth, such as microfiber, and measure 11" to 13" inches square.

Microwave disinfection

Dishcloths are often damp and provide a breeding ground for bacteria and viruses. Since the kitchen sink is used to clean food, dishcloths are routinely infected with E. coli and salmonella. In 2007 a study from the Journal of Environmental Health found that putting a damp dishcloth (or sponge) in the microwave for 2 minutes killed 99% of living pathogens. However, fire departments have subsequently warned people not to do this as it can be a fire hazard, especially if the dishcloth or sponge is not sufficiently wet. Several small fires have been started as a result of people following the advice from the study.

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Dish Cloths & Towels
Shop Quality & Color-Matching Dish Cloths & Towels at Williams-Sonoma.
www.williams-sonoma.com
Dishcloth
Find LA Dishcloth. Post free classifieds at Kijiji!
www.Kijiji.com
Park Designs Curtains
Curtains and Linens by Park Designs Country checks, plaid, & stripes.
Sponsored Results www.superjakes.com
dishcloth gourd
Jan 01, 1988; Webster's NewWorld Dictionary 01-01-1988 dishcloth gourd 1. any of a genus (Luffa) of tropical vines of the gourd family, having...
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With a little faith, round dishcloth knits up quickly
Jan 20, 2009; Over the years I have acquired a few handwritten sheets containing instructions for knit items. Some are from my mother, others...
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Dishcloth creation inspires Internet sites
Aug 08, 2006; When you get involved with a dishcloth, you end up wanting two things - to find out more about it and to create one of your own....
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Health: DEAR DOCTOR; You'll never look at a dishcloth in the same way again after reading what TV's Dr Mark Porter has to say on household hygiene. At least he's got some good news if you want to tone up your arms...(Features)
Oct 21, 2001; Byline: Dr Mark Porter QWhat's the best way to build up my biceps? I have puny arms and have bought a set of dumbbells. How long...
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Hunt for dishcloth-selling burglar
May 29, 2008; Police are hunting a craggy-faced dishcloth-selling burglar. The man, who tries to interest his victims in a selection of...
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