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How to ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of household chopsticks and extend their service life?

To ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of household chopsticks and extend their service life, you can follow the following key steps:

1. Regular cleaning
Hand washing is best: Avoid using a dishwasher, as high temperatures and strong water flow may damage the material of chopsticks, especially wooden or bamboo chopsticks. It is best to use mild detergent and warm water to wash by hand.
Avoid soaking for too long: Do not soak chopsticks in water for a long time to prevent wood or bamboo from absorbing water and swelling, causing cracks or deformation.
Dry in time: After washing, chopsticks should be dried immediately with a clean soft cloth to avoid residual moisture causing mold or rot.

2. Choose the right cleaning tools
Soft cloth or sponge: Use a soft cloth or sponge to wipe chopsticks, and avoid hard brushes or wire brushes, which may scratch the surface of chopsticks.
Natural detergents: You can use natural detergents (such as baking soda and white vinegar) to clean chopsticks, which is both environmentally friendly and will not cause damage to the material.

3. Avoid high temperatures and direct sunlight
Keep away from high temperatures: Do not place chopsticks in a high temperature environment, such as near a hot pot, in a microwave oven, or in the sun for a long time. Overheating can cause wood or bamboo to crack or even deform.
Avoid direct sunlight: Long-term exposure to the sun can cause chopsticks to lose their luster, dry out, and crack, especially wooden and bamboo chopsticks.

4. Apply maintenance oil regularly
Cooking oil or vegetable oil: For wooden or bamboo chopsticks, regularly applying cooking oil (such as olive oil, tea tree oil, etc.) can maintain the surface and prevent cracking and discoloration. Every once in a while, use a soft cloth to apply a small amount of oil to the chopsticks, and then wipe them clean.
Avoid using chemical cleaners: Do not use maintenance oils or cleaners containing harmful chemical ingredients to avoid residues that affect your health.

5. Avoid contact with hard objects
Avoid collisions and scratches: When storing chopsticks, avoid collisions with sharp or hard objects to prevent damage or cracks on the surface of the chopsticks.
Store separately: Try to put chopsticks in a dedicated chopstick holder to avoid collisions with other tableware. You can also choose a padded chopstick holder to reduce wear and tear.