When life gets busy with work, family and everything else, cleaning properly can seem like a huge job. Because people think it takes hours to do they often put it off – but there are some simple tricks that mean deep-cleaning does not need to take all day.
With our tips, keeping on top of things becomes easy (or at least easier!). They have been designed to help you work quickly and efficiently; if you follow them regularly, we reckon about 15 minutes per day after dinner should be enough time for most tasks.
Clean Your Microwave with Lemon and Steam
Cleaning the microwave is often seen as a bother – particularly when there’s built-up grime from food splatters over time. But there’s an easy way to get it clean using only natural products. And you don’t even have to scrub!
Just follow these instructions: Take a microwave-safe bowl and fill it with water, then add some slices of lemon. Put the bowl in the microwave on high for five minutes. What happens next is the steam from the boiled water will soften any gunk (including those stuck-on bits of last Tuesday’s curry) making them a breeze to wipe away with a dishcloth. This not only saves elbow grease but also time plus leaves your machine smelling nice too!
Use Dryer Sheets to Remove Dust from Baseboards
Dusting baseboards is nobody’s idea of fun – but there’s a quick fix available. Grab a dryer sheet, give them a wipe and say goodbye to dust. Even better, the anti-static conditioning properties will help repel dust in the future. That means less regular dusting overall.
Here’s how it’s done: take one sheet (used or unused) and rub gently along the surface of baseboards. You’ll see that it removes dirt instantly – and helps prevent it from returning too quickly. For bonus points, try this technique on blinds as well as shelving; you may find your whole cleaning routine gets shorter over time.
Refresh Carpets with Baking Soda
Carpets have a tendency to absorb smells, particularly in houses with pets or a lot of foot traffic. Luckily there’s an easy trick to freshen them up: baking soda. Not only does it neutralize odours, but it also helps lift dirt – meaning your rug will both smell and feel cleaner after this treatment.
Simply sprinkle the baking soda on your carpets and let it work for around 15 minutes. Then vacuum thoroughly to bring out all the smells and dirt. This hack is quick, efficient and effective – so busy homeowners can enjoy having fresh floor coverings without any fuss if they follow suit!
Use a Pillowcase to Clean Ceiling Fans
Dusting ceiling fans is no fun–but an odd trick makes the job less messy. By wiping each blade with an old pillowcase, you can collect the dirt and fuzz in one neat package instead of on your floors and furniture.
Here’s how: Spread the case flat, press it against the top of a blade, then pull it toward you (as if you were drawing curtains closed). The dust will stay inside. Repeat for each arm. Because the dust remains hidden, there’s no need to clean other surfaces or vacuum the room after you’ve finished–which saves time.
Clean Shower Heads with Vinegar
Mineral deposits and hard water stains can clog up shower heads over time. Luckily, there’s a simple trick that will banish build-up without any scrubbing – vinegar!
Here’s what you need to do: pour white vinegar into a plastic bag and secure it around your shower head with a rubber band. Leave the bag on overnight. When you wake up in the morning, take off the bag and run the shower for a few minutes. Voilà: no scrubbing (that’s the vinegar’s job) and no costly or toxic cleaning products either.
Deodorise the Garbage Disposal with Ice Cubes and Citrus
It’s easy for food residue to leave these units smelling less than fresh. But rather than rely on harsh chemicals why not take advantage of what Mother Nature has to offer? In just 30 short seconds- or less- you can both clean the insides (grind chamber) and eliminate odors with nothing more than some frozen OJ rinds plus cubes from your icemaker bin.
Just drop a couple of each down the grind and run cold water while flipping switch too; wait until hear them grinding before turning off taps/flip switch back “off.”
Use a Toothbrush for Grout and Tight Spaces
Tight spaces and grout lines are difficult to clean with big tools. But an ordinary toothbrush can reach into corners that larger brushes miss.
To deep-clean these areas, make a paste using water and baking soda. Then dip an old toothbrush into the paste and start scrubbing.
Dirt tends to collect in the tiny ridges of tiled surfaces. Apply more pressure as you scrub to see real improvements.
Clean Window Tracks with Vinegar and Baking Soda
Window tracks can quickly become dirty with dust, dirt, and dead bugs – but luckily it’s easy to clean them with some vinegar and baking soda. The fizzy cleaning combo will loosen grime without any real scrubbing required. Just follow these instructions:
Sprinkle baking soda along the track, then pour over some white vinegar. You’ll see it start to fizz (which helps break down the grubby deposits). Leave for a few minutes, then scrub with an old toothbrush and wipe clean. It takes hardly any time or effort, yet makes a big difference.
Declutter While You Clean
Cleaning thoroughly is simpler when there isn’t as much clutter to scrub or sweep around. While you clean, straighten up at the same time by taking things that are out of place and putting them where they belong. If you find something you no longer need, think about donating or recycling it.
By decluttering while doing daily cleaning, you can kill two birds with one stone: making a space look tidier now and having less to clean next week (or month). It’s a small change for potentially big payoffs!
Speed Up Floor Cleaning with Microfibre Mops
When it comes to fast and effective floor cleaning, microfibre mops are a game changer. These mops pick up dirt and dust in a single sweep, making mopping and sweeping quicker and easier.
For a deeper clean, use a damp microfibre mop after you have used the dry one to collect crumbs and dust. If you want to save time on household chores while still keeping your floors looking great, these tools could be just what you need!
Conclusion
With these ten clever cleaning tricks, you can have a clean house and time to spare! Find out how to freshen up carpets, shift that grime – and clean floors faster: all without breaking sweat or spending hours on end.
But maybe there are occasions when you want something more intensive done, or simply don’t fancy doing it yourself – which is where professional cleaners come in. Cleaning Whizz provides excellent tailored cleaning services by staff who really know their job well. Why not give us a ring if this sounds like an idea worth exploring further?
