These Household Items You Shouldn't Use After Expiration

9.Grill Brushes

Ends in: A year $15 is the average price. The most important instruments for keeping your barbeque in perfect shape, grill brushes, also have an expiration date that is frequently disregarded. The bristles may deteriorate and even come loose after a year of battling oil and burned residue, which could wind up in your next masterpiece.

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Grill Cleaners © Andre Bonn/SShutterstock Not only can a worn-out brush be dangerous when it comes to cleaning, but it also performs poorly. In order to keep your grill grates clean and your food safe from unforeseen additions, it's a good idea to frequently check your grill brush, especially before summer barbecues get underway in earnest. ]

10. Baking silicone

Ends in: Five to Ten Years $20 is the average price. Because of its non-stick surface, vibrant graphics, and flexibility, silicone bakeware has completely changed kitchen routines. But even these resilient cooking partners are subject to the passing of time. Silicone bakeware eventually wears down after an estimated 5–10 years of use, particularly if it is routinely used at high temperatures.

Bakeware made of silicone ©cbeta/Shutterstock Its non-stick properties may deteriorate, become sticky, or even start to lose their shape with time, which could alter the way your baking turns out. Maintaining the joy of baking flawless cupcakes and muffins is ensured by routinely checking your silicone molds for signs of age.