Cleaning can be a time-consuming and overwhelming task, especially when it’s time for a seasonal deep clean. When a Reddit user asked for the best cleaning tips and tricks, the community delivered! Here are some of the most popular cleaning hacks to make your chores more manageable and efficient.
- Vinegar and Dish Soap for Shower Glass
Normal glass cleaners often barely touch shower glass, since your shower is subject to very different conditions than a window; hot steam, salt and natural oil from your body, whatever soil you're cleaning off your skin, and an enclosed environment are a magnet for heavy mineral and biofilm deposits. For those tricky shower glass stains, try a mix of four parts vinegar and one part dish soap. Spray it on the glass and let it sit for a few hours. You might need more than one application for heavy buildup, but the results speak for themselves! - Break It Down
When tackling a deep clean, divide the task into smaller chunks and focus on one room or area at a time to keep from feeling overwhelmed. - Pillowcase Trick for Ceiling Fans
Dusting ceiling fans can be messy. Slide an old pillowcase over each blade, pull it back, and all the dust will fall into the pillowcase, making cleanup easy. - Minor Repairs During Deep Cleans
While you’re deep cleaning, it’s a great time to handle small repairs like filling holes, re-caulking, or replacing broken switch plates. Fixing these minor details can make your home feel fresher and more put-together. - Reward Yourself
Keep yourself motivated with small rewards after completing each task, like a cup of tea, a good book, or a relaxing bath. - Lemon and Steam for the Microwave
For an easy microwave clean, add a lemon wedge to a bowl of water, heat until it steams, and let it sit. The lemon steam loosens food residue, making it easy to wipe away. - Hands-Free Toilet Cleaning
To avoid touching the water in the toilet bowl, pour a bucket of water (like a Pine-Sol solution used for floor cleaning) into the toilet. The bowl will empty without refilling, giving you space to scrub residue away. - Keep a Handheld Vacuum Handy
A small handheld vacuum on each floor of your home is great for picking up hair, crumbs, and dust, reducing the need to bring out the large vacuum as often. - Turn Cleaning Into Gaming Breaks
Between rounds of a video game, tackle a quick cleaning task. By the end of a gaming session, you’ll have a cleaner home without sacrificing gaming time. - Use Dryer Sheets for Baseboards
Used dryer sheets are anti-static and can be repurposed to wipe down baseboards, keeping them cleaner for longer. - Degrease Range Hood Filters with Baking Soda and Vinegar
For a powerful degreasing solution, cover greasy filters in baking soda and pour vinegar over them. The reaction helps dissolve grime, leaving filters fresh and clean after rinsing with hot water. - Organize Cleaning with a Clockwise Pattern
In each room, start at a set point (like 12 o’clock) and work clockwise. This simple method keeps you organized and on track. - Clean to a Playlist
To add a little fun, set cleaning tasks to the length of songs in a playlist. For example, aim to finish one chore by the end of a song to keep yourself motivated.
