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Toothbrush holder that keeps gunk away

12 replies

Criteria16 · 08/04/2025 17:24

I am so fed up with yucky toothbrush holders and wondering if anyone has found a solution? We rinse and dry the toothbrushes after every use, but still some of the gunk makes its way to the bottom of the holder. I do clean that one as well with bleach and antibac but I am wondering what else can I do to avoid it in the first place?

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CanINapNow · 08/04/2025 17:25

omg I had the same problem! We have this one now and I love it Toothbrush Holder Stainless Steel... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09L5PJQ31?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

BasiliskStare · 08/04/2025 17:26

Could you make a little lining with kitchen roll ?

CanINapNow · 08/04/2025 17:26

Fits two electric toothbrushes in the bigger side FYI

uncomfortablydumb60 · 08/04/2025 17:29

Joseph Joseph. They have drain holes in the bottom and all parts dismantle for easy cleaning
Different sizes available

nomorezoflora · 08/04/2025 18:00

We use these, stuck to the tiles over the sink. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BDYJ6ZTY

Happycow · 08/04/2025 20:39

Not sure how to avoid it, but I use a normal wide glass for ours- wide enough to get your hand in to wipe it out every couple of days and goes in the dishwasher once a week. Easy.

Thecerealkiller · 08/04/2025 20:57

I’ve got the Joseph Joseph one , the bottom clips off for cleaning, it’s great I’d thoroughly recommend it

Tarkan · 08/04/2025 20:58

Another vote for the Joseph Joseph one here. If you use bar soap they have a matching holder that stops it getting too damp and squishy but also comes apart for easy cleaning. They’re brilliant.

FudgeSundae · 09/04/2025 09:03

I lay ours on a clean flannel which goes in the laundry twice a week. No more slime!

PocketFluff · 10/04/2025 08:20

I tried everything to stop this, it used to really annoy me! I now keep them in a drawer unit in the bathroom, lined with a flannel which I change regularly when I remember.

hididdlyho · 10/04/2025 12:15

I just have a couple of glasses I use for toothbrush holders and change them over a every few days - stick them in the dishwasher before they get a chance to get gunked up.

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