Cleaning sucks.
Only because you’re putting in way more effort than you need to.
Here are cleaning tips and hacks we swear by. Not only do they free your time but also save you money! All you’ll need are items already lying around your home – vinegar, baking soda and lemon. With these simple tips, you’ll be cleaning like a pro with no sweat.
Remove Hard Water Stains With Vinegar
Organising a gathering and discover hard water stains on the expensive crockery? Dip a soft cloth into white vinegar and rub all the stains clean.
Clean Your Blinds With Vinegar And Old Sock
Instead of throwing your old socks away, use it to clean dusty blinds. Wear one sock on your hand, then dip into a 50-50 solution of vinegar and water. After wiping it clean, use the dry sock to dry the blinds.
Use Baking Soda To Clean Dirty Dishes
Do not confuse dirty dishes with wok hei.
Coat dishes with a layer of baking soda. Add a few drops of water, then scrub. Darkness disappears right before your eyes.
Clean Your Dirty Keyboard With Toothbrush And Cotton Swab
Say goodbye to the yellowed and grimy keyboards with gentle wipes using either a toothbrush or cotton bud soaked in vinegar. This one’s a keeper.
Steam Clean The Microwave With Some Water and Few Slices of Lemon
Fill a microwaveable bowl with water and a few slices of lemon. Microwave on high heat until it starts to bubble, leaving it inside for a few minutes. Let the steam soften the built up gunk. Then, take a damp cloth and wipe the insides of the microwave clean.
Remove Grease From Clothes With Talcum Powder
Accidentally sputtered oil on your favourite clothing? Sprinkle some powder over the spot and leave it for 10 minutes for the oil to be absorbed. Wash as usual.
Remove Marks From Your Taps And Faucets With A Lemon
Rub a lemon half on the faucet’s watermarks and your taps will be sparkling clean in no time!
Clean Your Washing Machine With Vinegar & Baking Soda
Fill your washing machine with hot water and add 3-4 cups of white vinegar. Wait for a minute before adding ½ cup of baking soda. Spin the machine for at least 30 minutes. Spotless on the inside!
Use Rubbing Alcohol To Remove Nail Polish From Carpet
Try to remove as much nail polish by first dabbing with a paper towel. Next, rub the spot with some rubbing alcohol, adding splashes of cold water to help lift the stain.
Clean Lipstick Stains With Hairspray
Spray hairspray that stray kiss! Leave the hairspray on for 10 minutes before dabbing the stain away with a wet cloth. When done, wash the item as usual.
Use Shoe Polish To Cover Scratches On Leather Sofas
Leather is prone to wear and tear. Reduce the appearance of scratches by filling it in with shoe polish. Not only will the leather surface look coherent, the polish leaves a nice sheen to the worn hide.
Wipe Away Tea And Coffee Stains With Water And Baking Soda
Mix some baking soda in half a cup of water. Apply the mixture liberally onto the stained cloth. Let it sit for 30 minutes before rinsing. Good as new!
Use Newspaper To Absorb Smells In Refrigerator
Want to get rid of the rancid odor in your fridge? Roll a piece of newspaper and leave it overnight in your fridge.
Clean Your Iron By Running It On Foil Paper Covered With Salt
Make sure the iron is hot and on ‘no steam’.
Clean Old Dusty Candles By Rubbing Them With Stockings
Reuse old stockings! Use them to clean old dusty candles and get rid of stubborn dirt!
Pick Broken Pieces with a Slice of Bread
Safety first! Food-safety standards do not allow you to eat this same slice of bread.
Cover Your Shower With A Bag Of Vinegar To Remove Stains
Immerse the showerhead into a plastic bag with white vinegar. Secure in place with a rubber band tied around the spout. Leave to sit for 30 min before turning on the shower to let the water run for a minute. Now you can shower in sparkling water!
Clean Your Hair Brush With Warm Water And Shampoo
If your mane needs a wash, so does your hairbrush. Prepare a bowl of water with a couple of drops of shampoo. Swirl the brush inside. Use a toothpick to remove all unsightly hair stuck on the brush.
Use Vodka As A Disinfectant
Cleaning can be a party with the right spirit. Spray vodka onto any surface, like carpets or kitchen counters to get rid of germs.
