In today’s world of high technology, there are still some things that cannot be solved by it. Sure you can use vacuum for cleaning carpets and use the touchpad sensor washing machine for washing a load but how can you possibly take out the odor from the smelly sink? Before tackling the issue of household cleaning tips, here are some general pointers in housecleaning.
Clean the house from top to bottom. Do not go about puttering in the house cleaning anything that takes your fancy. Start at the top where the cobwebs are, then dust furniture and counters, then do the floor last. Doing it the other way around would be silly as starting off with the floor and working your way up would naturally bring down the dirt and dust to the already clean floor and furniture.
Each sponge should have its own use. Do not use the kitchen sponge to use the toilet or vice-versa. Do not use the toilet bowl sponge in cleaning the bathroom sink. Again! Each room should have its own sponge. Having made those two points, here are some home cleaning tips using everyday household products.
3M scotch brite anti bacterial multi purpose cloth
Scotch Brite Kitchen Scrub Sponge
3M Scotch Brite heavy duty scouring pad
Baking soda is typically used as a leavening ingredient in baking. However, baking soda or sodium bicarbonate is used in cleaning and deodorizing a myriad of things around the house. You can use it to scrub, polish, deodorize and dissolve.
Put some baking soda on a damp sponge and wipe away greasy counters and oven. Mix ¼ cup baking soda with ½ cup vinegar and pour into the bathroom lavatory or kitchen sink. This reactive mixture can keep pipes clean, dissolve mineral build-up inside pipes and eliminate odors. Remember to pour hot water on the drain after about 10 minutes.
A sure fire carpet cleaning tips is to sprinkle some baking soda on an odorous carpet then vacuum it the following day. The bad smell will be eliminated. However, if the carpet is really, really dirty and stinks to high heavens, have it professionally cleaned.
vinegar and baking soda
You can save up on glass cleaners by using table vinegar for cleaning window panes and glass surfaces. Mix equal portions of vinegar, ammonia and rubbing alcohol. Put the mixture in a spray container then add some water. Presto! – Instant glass cleaner at half the price.
Tired of cleaning out those lime scale on kettles and pots? Mix vinegar and water in the kettle, bring to a boil, let it cool and leave overnight. Rinse well in the morning. You might have to rinse again until the vinegar smell is gon
If your kitchen is ultra modern with stainless steel counter tops and appliances, cleaning them with abrasives is a big no. It is best to wipe the stainless steel with damp cloth and finish with baby oil for a quick shine. Minor scratches will be avoided too.
What is the significance of using all these natural household products for cleaning whereas there are more convenient commercial cleaning products in the market today? Using these natural products can save you money and are far less hazardous to you and your family’s health. Go green!
