Tocco recommends replacing your towels if they are looking stained or overly worn.

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Those looking for a longer-lasting solution may wish to turn to silicone scrubbers, Tocco adds.

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If you haven’t gotten new ones in a couple of years, make an effort to do so.

Flat pillows, she says make for a tired and worn out-looking home.

Flat pillows are going to be less comfortable to sleep on or lean against, too.

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