Since the coronavirus has forced some of us to stay at home more than we’d like to, cleaning is more essential than ever before – not least because it’s vital to ensure the health and well-being of your family and yourself.
In this regard, The Cleaning Collective has put together 20 of the most effective cleaning tricks and tips that can help you simplify the cleaning process, select the most efficient household cleaning products, and save your time, money, and maybe even a bit of your sense of sanity!
Infect your sponge for one minute
Sponges can be breeding grounds for bacterial growth and may harm your health if not regularly cleaned. More than dish soap alone is needed to accomplish the task, which is why many people resort to harsh chemical solutions. However, there’s a better way to do it. Soak your sponge in water, put it into a bowl and then in the microwave, and then heat it at the highest setting for about one minute.
It is also possible to place sponges to clean on the upper tray in the dishwasher if you choose the heated dry setting.
Use vinegar to remove hard water spots
There are numerous applications for vinegar at the house and outside; however, it comes into its own as an all-purpose cleaner. It’s especially effective at removing the toughest marks, ranging from water spots to mineral deposits.
To get rid of water spots, make an equal mix with warm and white vinegar before applying the solution to the area that is affected. Allow it to rest for 10 minutes before rubbing the marks off using a clean, dry cloth. Filling a spray bottle with the solution allows you to keep it in the bottle and use it in the future.
Remove any stubborn fingerprints on the stainless steel
Pour a powerful Spirit or white vinegar, apply the vinegar to the stainless steel surface, then wipe off the surface using a damp cloth. Then, apply the baby or olive oil using a paper towel to achieve the perfect look.
Vinegar substitutes that work equally well are soda water, lemon juice, and Windolene/Windex. Do not use baking soda since it’s abrasive and could damage the skin.
Recover a burned pan before it is tossed in the garbage
There are many ways to save burnt pans, but the best is to place an appliance tablet in the pot, fill that pan with hot water from the tap, and then bring it to a boiling point on the stove. The water is stirred frequently, and wait until the burned substance has been removed from the pan’s surface. It is then possible to clean as usual or repeat the process if necessary. Dish soap can be a good alternative if you don’t have the dishwasher tablet in your kitchen.
Clean up dust and dirt instead of moving it around
A dry rag or feather duster usually moves dirt and dust throughout your house instead of taking it away. A moist cloth is more effective as dust is more likely to stick to it. However, an antistatic microfibre or antistatic fabric is the ideal choice. These kinds of cleaning cloths have a positive charge; therefore, they will attract dirt and dust that are negatively charged. This means they can be used efficiently without water and cleaning products.
Eliminate dust using an air purifier
How better to combat dust than to get it out of the way before it gets on surfaces? Although making a house entirely dust-free is impossible, an air purifier can help. The amount of dust that accumulates on furniture, countertops, and floors is minimized by circulating air throughout the room and storing dust inside the air purifier’s HEPA filter before settling on the floor. This is excellent news for people suffering from allergies since dust is comprised of the skin’s dead cells, mold spores, insects’ by-products, and pet dander, and all of them can create or worsen allergic reactions.
Change your sheets each week
As we’re talking about the issue of dust, changing your bedding often can reduce the amount of dust within your home. It’s not something you want to contemplate while lying in bed; you’re losing dead skin cells, which different areas in the bedroom could absorb. The accumulated dead skin attracts various nasties, such as dust mites. These add to the problem by releasing waste when eating your dead skin.
Changing your bed sheets frequently will assist in tackling this problem. Additionally, you can clean your mattress using the proper attachment. If you have spring coil mattresses with an outer cover made of fabric, you can sprinkle a mix of essential oils and baking soda on your bed, allowing it to sit for 15 minutes before vacuuming it thoroughly. This method is not recommended with memory foam or latex mattresses.
Dry clothes quicker and stop condensation
Another factor contributing to home allergies is the dampness resulting from condensation within the home. Drying clothes inside or using a dryer that doesn’t work correctly can create condensation, which encourages mold to grow. A dehumidifier can be an excellent option to decrease the amount of moisture in your home because it can draw moisture from the air and store it in a tank. Then, you can empty the tank into the drain or use it to give your plants water.
A dehumidifier is also able to aid in drying clothes faster. If there’s a dryer, you can add dry towels together with wet items to help speed up the process.
Make use of lemons to tackle an unpleasant waste disposal unit
Waste disposal units are typically self-cleaning; however, food waste can get trapped within the department, releasing an unpleasant smell. To eliminate this problem, cut one lemon in half, then introduce it to your sink’s disposal. The lemon’s rind and acidic citrus juice will work to break down food particles and make your sink smell fresh and lemony.
Make use of magic erasers all over the place
Magic erasers’ have been in use for some time now. However, their power always impresses.
They can tackle scuffs and marks on surfaces other sponges can’t shift, making short work of dog drool and crayon doodles on painted walls.
They remove soap scum from bathroom tiles. They also help remove grouting built-up dirt and will have no problem removing hard water spots that appear on faucets for sinks.
They are a great way to clean white fabrics and leather items like shoes.
They can assist you in completing the post-cooking cleanup in a matter of minutes, ensuring you have the most helpful cleaning tools.
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