18 Cleaning Hacks That Will Blow Your Mind!
Most people use commercial sprays, powders, and potions to clean their homes and to ensure
that everything is spick and span.
However, certain natural and everyday household items can clean just as well if you know how
to use them!
In this video, we've compiled a list of the best cleaning hacks that will save you time
and money.
So, let's get to it!
Number 1 - Make Wood Floors Shine
Are your wood floors looking dull and lifeless?
Fret not.
Simply combine equal parts of vegetable oil and vinegar in a spray bottle and spritz the
floor.
Then, mop up the solution for the shiniest wood floors ever.
Number 2 - Wipe Away Hard Water Stains from Faucets
Here's a super easy hack to cut through those mineral deposits that cause hard water stains.
All you have to do is spray a mixture of 50% white vinegar and 50% water onto faucets and
let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
Then just wash it off with clean water and a rag or sponge.
Number 3 - Clean Your Toilet Bowl
Cleaning the toilet isn't likely to be one of your favorite activities.
But, it's one of those dreaded chores that must be done.
To clean your toilet the easy way, just drop a dishwasher tablet into the bowl and let
it dissolve.
Then, go back in with your handy-dandy toilet brush and work it into all the nooks and crannies.
Number 4 - Clean Dirty Baking Sheets
Baking sheets are notoriously tough to clean, but this simple trick can help you out!
Sprinkle baking soda on your sheet pan, then coat it with hydrogen peroxide and another
layer of baking soda.
Let it sit for an hour and rub off the mixture.
The gunk will come right off.
Number 5 - Brighten Laundry
Say goodbye to dingy whites once and for all!
For brighter, cleaner clothes, add 1 cup of baking soda to your washing machine, and run
your cycle as usual.
Baking soda has natural deodorizing, softening, and brightening properties and it's also kind
on fabrics.
Number 6 - De-Gunk Your Iron
If you notice white mineral deposits or a sticky residue on the bottom of your iron,
it's time to clean it.
First, make sure your iron is cool to the touch.
Then, dampen a clean towel with water, add some white toothpaste, and scrub the soleplate's
surface.
Finally, wipe it clean.
Simple as that.
Number 7 - Clean a Messy Oven
Did your latest lasagna bubble over while baking?
To clean up the mess on the bottom of the oven, just sprinkle a handful of salt over
it while it's still hot.
The salt will help form a crust, making cleanup much easier once it has cooled.
Number 8 - Sanitize Your Sponge
Your sponge is a microbe paradise.
In addition to being damp, airy, and full of food particles, it provides an optimal
physical environment for germs to accumulate.
To keep your sponge clean and germ-free, pop it in the microwave for 2 minutes at full
power.
This method eliminates more than 99% of germs and bacterial spores including E. coli.
Number 9 - Polish Wooden Surfaces
Did you know that you can make your wooden furniture look brand new without using commercial
products?
It's so easy.
First, wipe down the wood with a damp cloth, then grab a clean cloth and apply some coconut
oil in a circular motion.
After allowing the oil to absorb for 15 minutes or so, buff it dry.
Number 10 - Clean And Deodorize Your Microwave
With everything you heat up in your microwave, grime, odors, and grease accumulate.
To clean and deodorize your microwave, squeeze a lemon, mix the juice with a bowl of water,
and microwave it for 2-3 minutes.
Then wipe everything down with a clean cloth.
Number 11 - Clean Your Showerhead
Showerheads can become breeding grounds for bacteria, so keeping them clean is crucial.
Place a bag half-filled with white vinegar over the showerhead until the entire fixture
is immersed in the vinegar, and secure it with twist ties.
After a few hours, run some hot water to flush out any mineral deposits stuck inside the
showerhead.
Note that If you have a gold, brass, or nickel-coated shower head, you should only keep it in vinegar
for 30 minutes.
Number 12 - Make Your Mirrors Gleam
A streaky mirror isn't a clean one, regardless of how many times you try to clean it.
But don't worry, there's an easy hack.
For a streak-free mirror, spritz a mixture of half a cup of distilled water, half a cup
of white vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch.
Using a microfiber cloth, wipe across the mirror in a broad "S" pattern, working from
top to bottom.
And voila!
Number 13 - Clean Your Glass Stovetop
Try this hack to get rid of those tough-to-clean spills or burned-on smears on a glass cooktop!
Grab a single-edge razor scraper, and while holding it at a 45-degree angle, gently scrape
the gunk away.
This method will leave your stove clean without scratching up the surface.
Number 14 - Get Rid of Mold and Mildew in the Bathroom
Discolorations in your bathroom aren't just unsightly, they can be downright dangerous.
To get rid of stubborn mold and mildew, mix one-part hydrogen peroxide with two-parts
of water and spray it on the affected area.
Leave it for an hour, then give it a good scrub and rinse it clean.
Number 15 - Clean Stainless Steel Appliances
Stainless steel can be challenging to keep clean because it shows fingerprints and can
look streaky.
But there's a simple solution.
Just dab a small amount of baby oil on a clean microfiber cloth and rub it in.
Then go ahead and buff away.
It will keep your stainless steel appliances shiny and free of fingerprints.
Number 16 - Clean Up Pet Hair
Keeping your cushions and upholstered furniture free of dog and cat hair may seem impossible,
but there is an easy fix.
To remove pet hair from fabric surfaces, just put on a rubber glove and drag it across the
surface.
It's that simple.
No need for a lint roller or roller sheets!
Number 17 - Freshen Up Your Mattress
We frequently wash our bedding, but not the mattress.
After all, we can't just throw it in the washing machine.
To get rid of dust mites and dead skin cells, sprinkle some baking soda over the top and
let it sit for an hour or two.
Then, grab your vacuum and an upholstery attachment, and go over the mattress for a thorough clean.
Number 18 - Rid Pavement of Oil Stains
An oil stain on your driveway or in your garage is not only a major eyesore, but it will deteriorate
your pavement if left untreated.
Thankfully, there's a hack for that, too!
Just pour some room-temperature Coca-Cola on the stain and let it sit for several hours
or even overnight.
Then wipe away as much as you can and rinse the remainder away with water.
Keeping your house clean is not a small job, but it doesn't have to be backbreaking.
Hopefully, these genius cleaning hacks will help lighten your load.
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