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THE SIMS 4 / NEEDS

Hygiene

Hygiene generally improves with bathing, showering or suitable clean-up interactions.

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Practical advice: Install a working shower or bath before spending heavily on decoration.
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How it works

Hygiene generally improves with bathing, showering or suitable clean-up interactions.

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Practical advice

Install a working shower or bath before spending heavily on decoration.

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Mistakes to avoid

A bathroom without reachable plumbing is not functional.

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Social need responds to interaction with other Sims and some activities.

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