Cleaning Hacks

 

Carpet Cleaner – Mix baking soda with a bit of dish soap and water to create a paste. Apply to stains, let sit, then vacuum.

Upholstery Freshener – Lightly mist a cloth with a mixture of water and a few drops of essential oil. Wipe fabric furniture to remove odours.

Dust Repellent – Mix water, white vinegar, and a little melted coconut oil to prevent dust from settling quickly.

Mattress Deodoriser – Sprinkle baking soda mixed with essential oils onto your mattress, let sit, then vacuum.

Pet Odor Eliminator – Mix water with a bit of baking soda and spray over pet areas to neutralise odours.

Kitchen Hacks

All-Purpose Surface Cleaner – Mix equal parts vinegar and water with a few drops of lemon juice to clean countertops.

Shiny Sinks & Taps – Rub stainless steel sinks with baking soda and rinse with vinegar for a sparkling finish.

Streak-Free Windows – Use a mix of water and white vinegar, then wipe with a coffee filter for a spotless shine.

Oven Cleaner – Make a paste of baking soda and water, spread it inside the oven, let sit overnight, then wipe clean.

Fridge Odour Remover – Place an open container of baking soda inside the fridge to absorb unwanted smells.

Bathroom Hacks

Grout Cleaner – Scrub grout with a toothbrush dipped in a mixture of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide.

Drain Freshener – Pour baking soda down the drain, followed by vinegar. Let it bubble for 10 minutes, then rinse with hot water.

Toilet Bowl Cleaner – Drop a mixture of baking soda and vinegar into the toilet, let sit, then scrub and flush.

Shower head De scaler – Fill a plastic bag with vinegar, secure it around the shower head, and let it sit overnight to remove limescale.

Mirror Defogger – Wipe mirrors with a small amount of shaving cream, then buff with a clean cloth to prevent fogging.

Living Room & Bedroom Hacks

Pet Hair Remover – Use a damp rubber glove to pick up pet hair from furniture.

Dusting Trick – Wrap a microfibre cloth around a wooden spoon to clean hard-to-reach areas like vents and blinds.

Natural Air Freshener – Simmer lemon slices and cinnamon sticks in a pot of water for a fresh home scent.

Stainless Steel Polish – Buff appliances with a small amount of olive oil to remove smudges and add shine.

DIY Fabric Refresher – Mix water, baking soda, and a few drops of essential oil in a spray bottle to freshen up curtains and upholstery.

Sweat Stain Remover – Apply a paste of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide to yellowed shirt armpits, let sit, then wash as usual.

Shoe Deodoriser – Sprinkle baking soda inside shoes overnight to absorb odours.

Iron Cleaner – Run a hot iron over salt on a sheet of parchment paper to remove buildup.

Wrinkle Release Spray – Mix water and fabric softener in a spray bottle, mist clothing, and shake out wrinkles.

Musty Closet Fix – Place an open container of charcoal or baking soda in closets to absorb moisture and odours.

Miscellaneous Cleaning Hacks

Bin Odour Prevention – Place a few drops of essential oil on a cotton ball at the bottom of your trash can to keep it smelling fresh.

Mop Pad Substitute – Use a damp microfibre cloth on a flat mop instead of disposable pads.

Microwave Steam Cleaner – Heat a bowl of water with lemon slices in the microwave, then wipe away grime effortlessly.

Dishwasher Cleaner – Place a cup of vinegar on the top rack and run a hot cycle to remove buildup and odours.

Blinds Cleaner – Slip an old sock over your hand, dip in vinegar and water, then wipe down blinds for easy dust removal.
 

 

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