from inexpensive accommodations to upscale properties. They are convenient for making tea, coffee, or hot water.
However, unlike dishes and cups that are normally washed between guests, the inside of a kettle may receive less frequent attention.
That doesn’t mean every hotel kettle is dirty or unsafe. It simply means travelers should use common sense.
Before using one, take a quick look inside. If you notice visible residue, an unusual smell, discoloration, or anything that clearly shouldn’t be there, don’t use it. Instead, contact hotel staff and ask for a replacement or cleaning.
Don’t Pour Boiling Water Into the Toilet
This is where the viral advice goes too far.
A toilet is designed to handle hot water within ordinary household conditions, but suddenly pouring a large amount of boiling water into cold porcelain isn’t a dependable cleaning method. Extreme temperature differences can create thermal stress, potentially damaging ceramic.
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