10 life hacks for cleaning and cleaning things

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

Are you a true cleaning fan? Just can't stand the sight of dirt and always keep an antiseptic on hand, because dust and bacteria are everywhere? This article will help you clean up much faster than before.

1. Dry the sponge with an office clip

If you don't have a convenient shelf for rags and sponges, you can use a regular office clip. Attach it wherever you like and attach the sponge to it every time you finish using it.

2. If you want to get rid of bacteria on the sponge, send it to the microwave

If even after rinsing the sponge you are unhappy with its cleanliness, you can send it to the microwave for a couple of minutes. This will kill most of the bacteria. But keep in mind that this method is not suitable for sponges with metal inclusions.

3. Keep cleaning supplies handy

Having cleaning supplies in sight and easy to reach will help you keep things tidy. You saw a dirty stove, you have an extra minute, and a sponge catches your eye? 60 seconds - and order is restored. Came from the street, and sand crumbled from your shoes? Here is a brush and a scoop, you can quickly remove everything, and not carry dirt around the house.

4. In the hallway, put a box or basket

When you come home and empty your jacket pockets of unnecessary things, you can throw all small items into this box or basket, and not just throw them on the shelf. Once a week, rake up the "treasures" and throw away all that is unnecessary.

5. To clean the microwave, heat the vinegar in it

The microwave is a great helper in the kitchen. But during heating, the juice from the food is sprayed on the walls of the device, and then all this splendor is very difficult to wash off. Vinegar may help. Put a glass with it in the microwave and turn it on for 3-4 minutes. You just have to wipe the dirt with a rag.

6. HCover the top of kitchen cabinets with newspaper or plastic

The kitchen is a room in which fat constantly accumulates on all surfaces. Cabinets and shelves are particularly affected. Cover them with newspaper, or even better - with cling film: during general cleaning you will not have to spend a lot of time wiping off dirt and grease.

7. Vinegar will help to wash the shower head

Vinegar can help you clean not only the microwave, but the shower head as well. Over time, a plaque appears on it, which is very difficult to remove. Pour vinegar into the bag, lower the watering can there and secure the bag with an elastic band. Wipe off with a rag after a couple of hours.

8. Use toothpaste to clean the sneakers

If you love sneakers as much as I love them, you probably know that they get dirty very quickly. After all, their soles are most often white or light gray, and we do not live in those countries where roads are washed with soap. We take an old toothbrush in our hands, apply toothpaste and start wiping off the dirt. When the job is done, we wipe the sneakers with a damp cloth.

9. Wear rubber gloves to collect pet hair

Those with pets know what molting is. Wool is everywhere: on the floor, on furniture, on clothes. To get rid of it, use rubber gloves. This will help the wool gather much more easily. By the way, wool is easily removed from the carpet with a rubber scraper.

10. Remove grease stains from things with detergent

Remember the commercials for the detergents? Means X does a great job of removing grease even in cold water and blah blah blah. Try to use the product for its intended purpose - remove grease stains from clothes.

What life hacks do you know? Share your experience in the comments.