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\n\n\n\nTo damp-mop wood floors, use plain water or a water-based floor cleaner like Bona.\n\n\n\n
Don\u2019t use vinegar. The acid in it will pit your polyurethane finish, can void your warranty, and may reduce shine over time.\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/07-cleaning-tips-you-havent-heard-before-mopping-wood.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nGet Tile Floors Looking Like New Again\n\n\n\nOnce you\u2019ve vacuumed the floor, grab a bucket of water, some light detergent and a rag. Then start scrubbing! Make sure to clean the rag and water frequently to make sure you aren\u2019t just pushing dirt around on the floor.\n\n\n\n
If you really want to get the tough spots out, try using a toothbrush! Seriously, it will change your life.\n\n\n\n![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/08%5C/Best-Mops-for-Laminate-Floors-1.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nOur biggest secret weapon?\n\n\n\n
A powdered product called\u00a0Bar Keepers Friend. We use it on everything. Its active ingredient is rhubarb powder, which really cuts through grit and grime. It cleans glass-top stoves, counters,\u00a0toilets, porcelain, and more. Your sink will never be shinier.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/09-cleaning-tips-you-havent-heard-before-bar-keepers-friend.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nTo clean your microwave oven, microwave a cup of water with some baking soda in it until it\u2019s boiling.\n\n\n\n
That eliminates odors and makes it super easy to wipe away all that stuck-on stuff inside your\u00a0microwave.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/07%5C/clean-glass-oven-door-2.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nClean Your Sponge\n\n\n\nSponges can pick up a lot of bacteria, especially if they\u2019re left in the sink, so you want to make sure you clean them frequently.\n\n\n\n
Pop the wet sponge in the microwave for 30 seconds to remove any bacteria. Just wait a minute or two before pulling out since it\u2019ll still be hot.\n\n\n\n
You can also put your sponge in the dishwasher to get it nice and clean.\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/sponge-microwave.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nClean the Baseboards\n\n\n\nIf it\u2019s been a while, use a broom or dry rag to sweep off the dust and then vacuum the area. Use a wet cloth or sock to remove any remaining dust or dirt.\n\n\n\n
To clean the baseboards,\u00a0you need a sponge (or soft toothbrush) and a bucket of water with a small amount of dish detergent. Once you\u2019ve done the washing part,\u00a0then use a damp rag to remove any leftover soap residue.\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/baseboard-shutterstock_1319626154.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nClean the Blinds\n\n\n\nThese are also probably pretty dirty if you haven\u2019t cleaned them in a while, so here\u2019s an easy solution:\n\n\n\n
Combine equal parts water and vinegar in a bowl and get a sock to put over your hand.\u00a0Dip the sock in the solution\u00a0and then run it over each slat of the blinds to remove any dirt or dust!\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/HH-sock-clean-blinds.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nClean Stainless Steel Appliances\n\n\n\nStainless steel appliances seem to get stained with fingerprints constantly. To give them a good, clean shine, all you need is a microfiber cloth (or just a soft cloth) and some rubbing alcohol!\n\n\n\n
If you really want to get your\u00a0stainless steel super clean, you can use a few drops of olive oil! Check out this video to see how it works.\n\n\n\n
Clean Your Computer (Safely)\n\n\n\nThere are certain chemicals you should never use on or anywhere near your computer, including:\n\n\n\n
- Acetone
- Ethyl alcohol
- Toluene
- Ethyl acid
- Ammonia
- Methyl chloride\n\n\n\n
When cleaning your computer, avoid using paper products, don\u2019t use harsh chemicals and never spray product directly on the screen.\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s a safe and easy way to clean your computer:\n\n\n\n- To clean the keyboard, pour some white vinegar on a microfiber cloth and scrub the keyboard thoroughly.\u00a0
- Use a cotton swab soaked in vinegar to clean areas that need more attention.
- To clean your screen, take a microfiber cloth and wipe gently in a circular motion.
- Apply a mixture of light water and vinegar if necessary.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/Clean-computer-675x300-1.png%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\n Pick Up Small Pieces of Glass\n\n\n\nDon\u2019t try to use your hands to pick up tiny shards of glass. Instead, grab a piece of bread and press it down over the area. It should pick up those little pieces you don\u2019t want stuck in your fingers or the bottom of your feet!\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/4-Easy-Ways-to-Clean-Up-Broken-Glass-Tips-from-the-Kitchn677-1024x683.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nGet Your Rings Shining Again\n\n\n\nFirst of all, don\u2019t use household cleaners that may contain harsh chemicals on your rings. The easiest and safest way to clean an engagement ring or other type of ring with precious metals is to use warm water, a small amount of dish washing soap and a soft toothbrush.\n\n\n\n
Mix the solution of water and soap and let the ring soak for 10-20 minutes. Then use a soft toothbrush to clean off any excess dirt, makeup or anything else still lingering.\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/Uses-for-Toothpaste-to-clean-1024x683.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nFreshen Up Smelly Sneakers\n\n\n\nJust sprinkle some baking soda in your sneakers to keep them smelling fresh, and then when you\u2019re ready to wear them again, just tap it out outside.\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/1006919044-H.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nRemove Common Household Stains\n\n\n\nMost of these will work on both furniture and carpet:\n\n\n\n
- Juice:\u00a0Blot with solution of one teaspoon dishwashing liquid (like Ivory) in one cup warm water.
- Gravy:\u00a0Pretreat with a paste of Fels-Naptha soap, then wash. Repeat if necessary. Don\u2019t put item in the dryer until the stain is gone.
- Mustard:\u00a0Apply repeated applications of detergent solution to remove solids. When stain is reduced, rinse and dry in bright sunlight.
- Lipstick:\u00a0Blot with acetone-based nail-polish remover, followed by the detergent solution, and rinse.
- Wine:\u00a0Blot with water. If stain remains, try the detergent solution. Three-percent hydrogen peroxide is effective on red wine.\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/08%5C/club-soda-carpet-stains.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nUse a pillowcase to clean a ceiling fan\n\n\n\n
Leslie Reichert of Green Cleaning Coachshares her cleaning hack for dusting a ceiling fan quickly and efficiently. Slip a pillowcase over ceiling fan blades, one at a time, then wipe. This way, dust falls into the pillowcase, not on your furniture and floors.\n\n\n\n
![\"Dust](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/04%5C/dust-fans-with-pillow-case.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nSquirt Some Dish Soap Down the Drain\n\n\n\n
Finding your drain a little slow to, um, drain?\u00a0Squirt a little dish soap down there\u00a0and run the hot water. Dish soap is formulated to cut through grease. Usually that grease is on your dishes and cookware, but it can also accumulate in your drain\/pipes.\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/k_Photo_Lifestyle_2020-05-Dish-Soap-Down-The-Drain_Why-You-Should-Start-Squirting-a-Little-Bit-of-Dish-Soap-Down-the-Drain596.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\n Add a Steamer to Your Cleaning Caddy\n\n\n\n
Technically meant to de-wrinkle your clothes, a steamer can also help\u00a0make quick work\u00a0of cleaning grimy stovetops, cabinet doors, and more.\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/k_archive_e148ec49e783fa0421038e37f3c585a0676a27a2.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nCut a Corner Off Your Sponge\n\n\n\n
You know that sponge you use to clean the dishes with? And the other sponge you use to wipe down the walls? Keep track of which one is which with this smart trick: Just\u00a0cut off the corner\u00a0of the sponge you use for the dirty work.\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/at_archive_3f9c7bbd90a4111d59e0f8058c28ad0a42245db9.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nTry the Laundry Basket Method\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019ve got little piles of clutter everywhere,\u00a0a laundry basket\u00a0(you can get a cheap one from the dollar store) is a brilliant way to consolidate all the things that are out of place. If you\u2019re in a hurry (say, company\u2019s coming), just stash the laundry basket out of sight; if you\u2019ve got time, walk around with the laundry basket and put all the things back where they belong.\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/at_archive_ec3a62a73b2cbc71a2b12f25d20a931c9442fc9a.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nPolish a Stainless Steel Sink with Flour\n\n\n\n
If you have a stainless steel sink, the single best thing you can do for it is to\u00a0polish it with flour. Wash and dry the sink, sprinkle the whole thing flour, and then get to buffing. You\u2019ll be surprised at how sparkly the metal gets!\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/k_archive_4d56124736e4dcb6facb6cbf51d64203a44692c9.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nKeep Some Chalk in Your Kitchen\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s something we bet you didn\u2019t know: Chalk is super-absorbent, which makes it\u00a0an excellent stain stick. Remove any excess food and oil from the soiled garment with a clean paper towel \u2014 and cover the entire spot with chalk. Then, before you toss your oil-stained item in the laundry, rub the spot with a little stain remover or laundry detergent, wash it in hot water, and your oily spot should be gone.\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/at_archive_973365adee9fbe32f1ff2718f480b398cf14a005.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nDIY Pot Scouring Pads Using Mesh Produce Bags\n\n\n\n
You know those mesh produce bags you get when you buy a dozen lemons? Or a whole lot of potatoes? Well, don\u2019t toss them! Instead, place an old sponge inside the bag, secure it with a zip tie, and clip the ends.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/k_archive_5932e008a9b0a1902de67394c4c29cc5585288af.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nUse a Mesh Laundry Bag \u2026 in Your Dishwasher\n\n\n\n
The next time you go to run the dishwasher, gather up all those little items \u2014 water bottle tops, lids to tiny food storage containers, etc. \u2014 and\u00a0put them in a mesh laundry bag. The bag keeps small and fragile items from getting lost in the fray, while still allowing hot water and soap to do their magic.\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/k_archive_a35c1e381bd95ad66af26bf5d95f397957a4ea64.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nClean Your Disposal with Vinegar and Lemon Ice Cubes\n\n\n\n
If your sink still stinks and you have a disposal, make a bunch of ice cubes from white vinegar and small chunks of lemon, put one or two down the drain, and run your disposal.\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/at_archive_288a2cadc94a406bbb7a40416a0f390864db77ad-683x1024.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\n Use a Potato to Clean Your Rusty Cast Iron\n\n\n\n
You can use\u00a0this trick\u00a0on other rusty things, too. Here\u2019s how it works: Cut the potato in half, dip the cut end in dish soap or baking soda, and rub it over the rusted area. If the end of the potato gets slick, slice it off and dip the newly cut end. Repeat until rust is removed!\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/09%5C/k_Photo_Lifestyle_2020-06-Skills-Battle-Clean-Cast-Iron-Pan_2020-06-08_AT-K_57.jpg%5C%22 "\\"\\"")
\n\n\n\nUse Rubber Kitchen Gloves to Remove Pet Hair\n\n\n\n
Your rubber kitchen gloves are good for more than keeping your hands protected while you do the dirty work. They\u2019re also\u00a0great for opening jars\u00a0and\u00a0getting rid of excess pet hair. Just slip on a glove and rub over whatever you want de-fuzzed. The rubber does a surprisingly good job of gathering up hair! Who knew?\n\n\n\n
Get Rid of Garlicky Hands by Rubbing Stainless Steel\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nOur biggest secret weapon?\n\n\n\n
A powdered product called\u00a0Bar Keepers Friend. We use it on everything. Its active ingredient is rhubarb powder, which really cuts through grit and grime. It cleans glass-top stoves, counters,\u00a0toilets, porcelain, and more. Your sink will never be shinier.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nTo clean your microwave oven, microwave a cup of water with some baking soda in it until it\u2019s boiling.\n\n\n\n
That eliminates odors and makes it super easy to wipe away all that stuck-on stuff inside your\u00a0microwave.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean Your Sponge\n\n\n\nSponges can pick up a lot of bacteria, especially if they\u2019re left in the sink, so you want to make sure you clean them frequently.\n\n\n\n
Pop the wet sponge in the microwave for 30 seconds to remove any bacteria. Just wait a minute or two before pulling out since it\u2019ll still be hot.\n\n\n\n
You can also put your sponge in the dishwasher to get it nice and clean.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean the Baseboards\n\n\n\nIf it\u2019s been a while, use a broom or dry rag to sweep off the dust and then vacuum the area. Use a wet cloth or sock to remove any remaining dust or dirt.\n\n\n\n
To clean the baseboards,\u00a0you need a sponge (or soft toothbrush) and a bucket of water with a small amount of dish detergent. Once you\u2019ve done the washing part,\u00a0then use a damp rag to remove any leftover soap residue.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean the Blinds\n\n\n\nThese are also probably pretty dirty if you haven\u2019t cleaned them in a while, so here\u2019s an easy solution:\n\n\n\n
Combine equal parts water and vinegar in a bowl and get a sock to put over your hand.\u00a0Dip the sock in the solution\u00a0and then run it over each slat of the blinds to remove any dirt or dust!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean Stainless Steel Appliances\n\n\n\nStainless steel appliances seem to get stained with fingerprints constantly. To give them a good, clean shine, all you need is a microfiber cloth (or just a soft cloth) and some rubbing alcohol!\n\n\n\n
If you really want to get your\u00a0stainless steel super clean, you can use a few drops of olive oil! Check out this video to see how it works.\n\n\n\n
Clean Your Computer (Safely)\n\n\n\nThere are certain chemicals you should never use on or anywhere near your computer, including:\n\n\n\n
- Acetone
- Ethyl alcohol
- Toluene
- Ethyl acid
- Ammonia
- Methyl chloride\n\n\n\n
When cleaning your computer, avoid using paper products, don\u2019t use harsh chemicals and never spray product directly on the screen.\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s a safe and easy way to clean your computer:\n\n\n\n- To clean the keyboard, pour some white vinegar on a microfiber cloth and scrub the keyboard thoroughly.\u00a0
- Use a cotton swab soaked in vinegar to clean areas that need more attention.
- To clean your screen, take a microfiber cloth and wipe gently in a circular motion.
- Apply a mixture of light water and vinegar if necessary.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n Pick Up Small Pieces of Glass\n\n\n\nDon\u2019t try to use your hands to pick up tiny shards of glass. Instead, grab a piece of bread and press it down over the area. It should pick up those little pieces you don\u2019t want stuck in your fingers or the bottom of your feet!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nGet Your Rings Shining Again\n\n\n\nFirst of all, don\u2019t use household cleaners that may contain harsh chemicals on your rings. The easiest and safest way to clean an engagement ring or other type of ring with precious metals is to use warm water, a small amount of dish washing soap and a soft toothbrush.\n\n\n\n
Mix the solution of water and soap and let the ring soak for 10-20 minutes. Then use a soft toothbrush to clean off any excess dirt, makeup or anything else still lingering.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFreshen Up Smelly Sneakers\n\n\n\nJust sprinkle some baking soda in your sneakers to keep them smelling fresh, and then when you\u2019re ready to wear them again, just tap it out outside.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nRemove Common Household Stains\n\n\n\nMost of these will work on both furniture and carpet:\n\n\n\n
- Juice:\u00a0Blot with solution of one teaspoon dishwashing liquid (like Ivory) in one cup warm water.
- Gravy:\u00a0Pretreat with a paste of Fels-Naptha soap, then wash. Repeat if necessary. Don\u2019t put item in the dryer until the stain is gone.
- Mustard:\u00a0Apply repeated applications of detergent solution to remove solids. When stain is reduced, rinse and dry in bright sunlight.
- Lipstick:\u00a0Blot with acetone-based nail-polish remover, followed by the detergent solution, and rinse.
- Wine:\u00a0Blot with water. If stain remains, try the detergent solution. Three-percent hydrogen peroxide is effective on red wine.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse a pillowcase to clean a ceiling fan\n\n\n\n
Leslie Reichert of Green Cleaning Coachshares her cleaning hack for dusting a ceiling fan quickly and efficiently. Slip a pillowcase over ceiling fan blades, one at a time, then wipe. This way, dust falls into the pillowcase, not on your furniture and floors.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nSquirt Some Dish Soap Down the Drain\n\n\n\n
Finding your drain a little slow to, um, drain?\u00a0Squirt a little dish soap down there\u00a0and run the hot water. Dish soap is formulated to cut through grease. Usually that grease is on your dishes and cookware, but it can also accumulate in your drain\/pipes.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n Add a Steamer to Your Cleaning Caddy\n\n\n\n
Technically meant to de-wrinkle your clothes, a steamer can also help\u00a0make quick work\u00a0of cleaning grimy stovetops, cabinet doors, and more.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nCut a Corner Off Your Sponge\n\n\n\n
You know that sponge you use to clean the dishes with? And the other sponge you use to wipe down the walls? Keep track of which one is which with this smart trick: Just\u00a0cut off the corner\u00a0of the sponge you use for the dirty work.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nTry the Laundry Basket Method\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019ve got little piles of clutter everywhere,\u00a0a laundry basket\u00a0(you can get a cheap one from the dollar store) is a brilliant way to consolidate all the things that are out of place. If you\u2019re in a hurry (say, company\u2019s coming), just stash the laundry basket out of sight; if you\u2019ve got time, walk around with the laundry basket and put all the things back where they belong.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nPolish a Stainless Steel Sink with Flour\n\n\n\n
If you have a stainless steel sink, the single best thing you can do for it is to\u00a0polish it with flour. Wash and dry the sink, sprinkle the whole thing flour, and then get to buffing. You\u2019ll be surprised at how sparkly the metal gets!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nKeep Some Chalk in Your Kitchen\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s something we bet you didn\u2019t know: Chalk is super-absorbent, which makes it\u00a0an excellent stain stick. Remove any excess food and oil from the soiled garment with a clean paper towel \u2014 and cover the entire spot with chalk. Then, before you toss your oil-stained item in the laundry, rub the spot with a little stain remover or laundry detergent, wash it in hot water, and your oily spot should be gone.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nDIY Pot Scouring Pads Using Mesh Produce Bags\n\n\n\n
You know those mesh produce bags you get when you buy a dozen lemons? Or a whole lot of potatoes? Well, don\u2019t toss them! Instead, place an old sponge inside the bag, secure it with a zip tie, and clip the ends.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse a Mesh Laundry Bag \u2026 in Your Dishwasher\n\n\n\n
The next time you go to run the dishwasher, gather up all those little items \u2014 water bottle tops, lids to tiny food storage containers, etc. \u2014 and\u00a0put them in a mesh laundry bag. The bag keeps small and fragile items from getting lost in the fray, while still allowing hot water and soap to do their magic.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean Your Disposal with Vinegar and Lemon Ice Cubes\n\n\n\n
If your sink still stinks and you have a disposal, make a bunch of ice cubes from white vinegar and small chunks of lemon, put one or two down the drain, and run your disposal.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n Use a Potato to Clean Your Rusty Cast Iron\n\n\n\n
You can use\u00a0this trick\u00a0on other rusty things, too. Here\u2019s how it works: Cut the potato in half, dip the cut end in dish soap or baking soda, and rub it over the rusted area. If the end of the potato gets slick, slice it off and dip the newly cut end. Repeat until rust is removed!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse Rubber Kitchen Gloves to Remove Pet Hair\n\n\n\n
Your rubber kitchen gloves are good for more than keeping your hands protected while you do the dirty work. They\u2019re also\u00a0great for opening jars\u00a0and\u00a0getting rid of excess pet hair. Just slip on a glove and rub over whatever you want de-fuzzed. The rubber does a surprisingly good job of gathering up hair! Who knew?\n\n\n\n
Get Rid of Garlicky Hands by Rubbing Stainless Steel\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean the Baseboards\n\n\n\nIf it\u2019s been a while, use a broom or dry rag to sweep off the dust and then vacuum the area. Use a wet cloth or sock to remove any remaining dust or dirt.\n\n\n\n
To clean the baseboards,\u00a0you need a sponge (or soft toothbrush) and a bucket of water with a small amount of dish detergent. Once you\u2019ve done the washing part,\u00a0then use a damp rag to remove any leftover soap residue.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean the Blinds\n\n\n\nThese are also probably pretty dirty if you haven\u2019t cleaned them in a while, so here\u2019s an easy solution:\n\n\n\n
Combine equal parts water and vinegar in a bowl and get a sock to put over your hand.\u00a0Dip the sock in the solution\u00a0and then run it over each slat of the blinds to remove any dirt or dust!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean Stainless Steel Appliances\n\n\n\nStainless steel appliances seem to get stained with fingerprints constantly. To give them a good, clean shine, all you need is a microfiber cloth (or just a soft cloth) and some rubbing alcohol!\n\n\n\n
If you really want to get your\u00a0stainless steel super clean, you can use a few drops of olive oil! Check out this video to see how it works.\n\n\n\n
Clean Your Computer (Safely)\n\n\n\nThere are certain chemicals you should never use on or anywhere near your computer, including:\n\n\n\n
- Acetone
- Ethyl alcohol
- Toluene
- Ethyl acid
- Ammonia
- Methyl chloride\n\n\n\n
When cleaning your computer, avoid using paper products, don\u2019t use harsh chemicals and never spray product directly on the screen.\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s a safe and easy way to clean your computer:\n\n\n\n- To clean the keyboard, pour some white vinegar on a microfiber cloth and scrub the keyboard thoroughly.\u00a0
- Use a cotton swab soaked in vinegar to clean areas that need more attention.
- To clean your screen, take a microfiber cloth and wipe gently in a circular motion.
- Apply a mixture of light water and vinegar if necessary.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n Pick Up Small Pieces of Glass\n\n\n\nDon\u2019t try to use your hands to pick up tiny shards of glass. Instead, grab a piece of bread and press it down over the area. It should pick up those little pieces you don\u2019t want stuck in your fingers or the bottom of your feet!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nGet Your Rings Shining Again\n\n\n\nFirst of all, don\u2019t use household cleaners that may contain harsh chemicals on your rings. The easiest and safest way to clean an engagement ring or other type of ring with precious metals is to use warm water, a small amount of dish washing soap and a soft toothbrush.\n\n\n\n
Mix the solution of water and soap and let the ring soak for 10-20 minutes. Then use a soft toothbrush to clean off any excess dirt, makeup or anything else still lingering.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFreshen Up Smelly Sneakers\n\n\n\nJust sprinkle some baking soda in your sneakers to keep them smelling fresh, and then when you\u2019re ready to wear them again, just tap it out outside.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nRemove Common Household Stains\n\n\n\nMost of these will work on both furniture and carpet:\n\n\n\n
- Juice:\u00a0Blot with solution of one teaspoon dishwashing liquid (like Ivory) in one cup warm water.
- Gravy:\u00a0Pretreat with a paste of Fels-Naptha soap, then wash. Repeat if necessary. Don\u2019t put item in the dryer until the stain is gone.
- Mustard:\u00a0Apply repeated applications of detergent solution to remove solids. When stain is reduced, rinse and dry in bright sunlight.
- Lipstick:\u00a0Blot with acetone-based nail-polish remover, followed by the detergent solution, and rinse.
- Wine:\u00a0Blot with water. If stain remains, try the detergent solution. Three-percent hydrogen peroxide is effective on red wine.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse a pillowcase to clean a ceiling fan\n\n\n\n
Leslie Reichert of Green Cleaning Coachshares her cleaning hack for dusting a ceiling fan quickly and efficiently. Slip a pillowcase over ceiling fan blades, one at a time, then wipe. This way, dust falls into the pillowcase, not on your furniture and floors.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nSquirt Some Dish Soap Down the Drain\n\n\n\n
Finding your drain a little slow to, um, drain?\u00a0Squirt a little dish soap down there\u00a0and run the hot water. Dish soap is formulated to cut through grease. Usually that grease is on your dishes and cookware, but it can also accumulate in your drain\/pipes.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n Add a Steamer to Your Cleaning Caddy\n\n\n\n
Technically meant to de-wrinkle your clothes, a steamer can also help\u00a0make quick work\u00a0of cleaning grimy stovetops, cabinet doors, and more.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nCut a Corner Off Your Sponge\n\n\n\n
You know that sponge you use to clean the dishes with? And the other sponge you use to wipe down the walls? Keep track of which one is which with this smart trick: Just\u00a0cut off the corner\u00a0of the sponge you use for the dirty work.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nTry the Laundry Basket Method\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019ve got little piles of clutter everywhere,\u00a0a laundry basket\u00a0(you can get a cheap one from the dollar store) is a brilliant way to consolidate all the things that are out of place. If you\u2019re in a hurry (say, company\u2019s coming), just stash the laundry basket out of sight; if you\u2019ve got time, walk around with the laundry basket and put all the things back where they belong.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nPolish a Stainless Steel Sink with Flour\n\n\n\n
If you have a stainless steel sink, the single best thing you can do for it is to\u00a0polish it with flour. Wash and dry the sink, sprinkle the whole thing flour, and then get to buffing. You\u2019ll be surprised at how sparkly the metal gets!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nKeep Some Chalk in Your Kitchen\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s something we bet you didn\u2019t know: Chalk is super-absorbent, which makes it\u00a0an excellent stain stick. Remove any excess food and oil from the soiled garment with a clean paper towel \u2014 and cover the entire spot with chalk. Then, before you toss your oil-stained item in the laundry, rub the spot with a little stain remover or laundry detergent, wash it in hot water, and your oily spot should be gone.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nDIY Pot Scouring Pads Using Mesh Produce Bags\n\n\n\n
You know those mesh produce bags you get when you buy a dozen lemons? Or a whole lot of potatoes? Well, don\u2019t toss them! Instead, place an old sponge inside the bag, secure it with a zip tie, and clip the ends.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse a Mesh Laundry Bag \u2026 in Your Dishwasher\n\n\n\n
The next time you go to run the dishwasher, gather up all those little items \u2014 water bottle tops, lids to tiny food storage containers, etc. \u2014 and\u00a0put them in a mesh laundry bag. The bag keeps small and fragile items from getting lost in the fray, while still allowing hot water and soap to do their magic.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean Your Disposal with Vinegar and Lemon Ice Cubes\n\n\n\n
If your sink still stinks and you have a disposal, make a bunch of ice cubes from white vinegar and small chunks of lemon, put one or two down the drain, and run your disposal.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n Use a Potato to Clean Your Rusty Cast Iron\n\n\n\n
You can use\u00a0this trick\u00a0on other rusty things, too. Here\u2019s how it works: Cut the potato in half, dip the cut end in dish soap or baking soda, and rub it over the rusted area. If the end of the potato gets slick, slice it off and dip the newly cut end. Repeat until rust is removed!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse Rubber Kitchen Gloves to Remove Pet Hair\n\n\n\n
Your rubber kitchen gloves are good for more than keeping your hands protected while you do the dirty work. They\u2019re also\u00a0great for opening jars\u00a0and\u00a0getting rid of excess pet hair. Just slip on a glove and rub over whatever you want de-fuzzed. The rubber does a surprisingly good job of gathering up hair! Who knew?\n\n\n\n
Get Rid of Garlicky Hands by Rubbing Stainless Steel\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean the Blinds\n\n\n\nThese are also probably pretty dirty if you haven\u2019t cleaned them in a while, so here\u2019s an easy solution:\n\n\n\n
Combine equal parts water and vinegar in a bowl and get a sock to put over your hand.\u00a0Dip the sock in the solution\u00a0and then run it over each slat of the blinds to remove any dirt or dust!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean Stainless Steel Appliances\n\n\n\nStainless steel appliances seem to get stained with fingerprints constantly. To give them a good, clean shine, all you need is a microfiber cloth (or just a soft cloth) and some rubbing alcohol!\n\n\n\n
If you really want to get your\u00a0stainless steel super clean, you can use a few drops of olive oil! Check out this video to see how it works.\n\n\n\n
Clean Your Computer (Safely)\n\n\n\nThere are certain chemicals you should never use on or anywhere near your computer, including:\n\n\n\n
- Acetone
- Ethyl alcohol
- Toluene
- Ethyl acid
- Ammonia
- Methyl chloride\n\n\n\n
When cleaning your computer, avoid using paper products, don\u2019t use harsh chemicals and never spray product directly on the screen.\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s a safe and easy way to clean your computer:\n\n\n\n- To clean the keyboard, pour some white vinegar on a microfiber cloth and scrub the keyboard thoroughly.\u00a0
- Use a cotton swab soaked in vinegar to clean areas that need more attention.
- To clean your screen, take a microfiber cloth and wipe gently in a circular motion.
- Apply a mixture of light water and vinegar if necessary.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n Pick Up Small Pieces of Glass\n\n\n\nDon\u2019t try to use your hands to pick up tiny shards of glass. Instead, grab a piece of bread and press it down over the area. It should pick up those little pieces you don\u2019t want stuck in your fingers or the bottom of your feet!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nGet Your Rings Shining Again\n\n\n\nFirst of all, don\u2019t use household cleaners that may contain harsh chemicals on your rings. The easiest and safest way to clean an engagement ring or other type of ring with precious metals is to use warm water, a small amount of dish washing soap and a soft toothbrush.\n\n\n\n
Mix the solution of water and soap and let the ring soak for 10-20 minutes. Then use a soft toothbrush to clean off any excess dirt, makeup or anything else still lingering.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFreshen Up Smelly Sneakers\n\n\n\nJust sprinkle some baking soda in your sneakers to keep them smelling fresh, and then when you\u2019re ready to wear them again, just tap it out outside.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nRemove Common Household Stains\n\n\n\nMost of these will work on both furniture and carpet:\n\n\n\n
- Juice:\u00a0Blot with solution of one teaspoon dishwashing liquid (like Ivory) in one cup warm water.
- Gravy:\u00a0Pretreat with a paste of Fels-Naptha soap, then wash. Repeat if necessary. Don\u2019t put item in the dryer until the stain is gone.
- Mustard:\u00a0Apply repeated applications of detergent solution to remove solids. When stain is reduced, rinse and dry in bright sunlight.
- Lipstick:\u00a0Blot with acetone-based nail-polish remover, followed by the detergent solution, and rinse.
- Wine:\u00a0Blot with water. If stain remains, try the detergent solution. Three-percent hydrogen peroxide is effective on red wine.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse a pillowcase to clean a ceiling fan\n\n\n\n
Leslie Reichert of Green Cleaning Coachshares her cleaning hack for dusting a ceiling fan quickly and efficiently. Slip a pillowcase over ceiling fan blades, one at a time, then wipe. This way, dust falls into the pillowcase, not on your furniture and floors.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nSquirt Some Dish Soap Down the Drain\n\n\n\n
Finding your drain a little slow to, um, drain?\u00a0Squirt a little dish soap down there\u00a0and run the hot water. Dish soap is formulated to cut through grease. Usually that grease is on your dishes and cookware, but it can also accumulate in your drain\/pipes.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n Add a Steamer to Your Cleaning Caddy\n\n\n\n
Technically meant to de-wrinkle your clothes, a steamer can also help\u00a0make quick work\u00a0of cleaning grimy stovetops, cabinet doors, and more.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nCut a Corner Off Your Sponge\n\n\n\n
You know that sponge you use to clean the dishes with? And the other sponge you use to wipe down the walls? Keep track of which one is which with this smart trick: Just\u00a0cut off the corner\u00a0of the sponge you use for the dirty work.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nTry the Laundry Basket Method\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019ve got little piles of clutter everywhere,\u00a0a laundry basket\u00a0(you can get a cheap one from the dollar store) is a brilliant way to consolidate all the things that are out of place. If you\u2019re in a hurry (say, company\u2019s coming), just stash the laundry basket out of sight; if you\u2019ve got time, walk around with the laundry basket and put all the things back where they belong.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nPolish a Stainless Steel Sink with Flour\n\n\n\n
If you have a stainless steel sink, the single best thing you can do for it is to\u00a0polish it with flour. Wash and dry the sink, sprinkle the whole thing flour, and then get to buffing. You\u2019ll be surprised at how sparkly the metal gets!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nKeep Some Chalk in Your Kitchen\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s something we bet you didn\u2019t know: Chalk is super-absorbent, which makes it\u00a0an excellent stain stick. Remove any excess food and oil from the soiled garment with a clean paper towel \u2014 and cover the entire spot with chalk. Then, before you toss your oil-stained item in the laundry, rub the spot with a little stain remover or laundry detergent, wash it in hot water, and your oily spot should be gone.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nDIY Pot Scouring Pads Using Mesh Produce Bags\n\n\n\n
You know those mesh produce bags you get when you buy a dozen lemons? Or a whole lot of potatoes? Well, don\u2019t toss them! Instead, place an old sponge inside the bag, secure it with a zip tie, and clip the ends.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse a Mesh Laundry Bag \u2026 in Your Dishwasher\n\n\n\n
The next time you go to run the dishwasher, gather up all those little items \u2014 water bottle tops, lids to tiny food storage containers, etc. \u2014 and\u00a0put them in a mesh laundry bag. The bag keeps small and fragile items from getting lost in the fray, while still allowing hot water and soap to do their magic.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean Your Disposal with Vinegar and Lemon Ice Cubes\n\n\n\n
If your sink still stinks and you have a disposal, make a bunch of ice cubes from white vinegar and small chunks of lemon, put one or two down the drain, and run your disposal.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n Use a Potato to Clean Your Rusty Cast Iron\n\n\n\n
You can use\u00a0this trick\u00a0on other rusty things, too. Here\u2019s how it works: Cut the potato in half, dip the cut end in dish soap or baking soda, and rub it over the rusted area. If the end of the potato gets slick, slice it off and dip the newly cut end. Repeat until rust is removed!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse Rubber Kitchen Gloves to Remove Pet Hair\n\n\n\n
Your rubber kitchen gloves are good for more than keeping your hands protected while you do the dirty work. They\u2019re also\u00a0great for opening jars\u00a0and\u00a0getting rid of excess pet hair. Just slip on a glove and rub over whatever you want de-fuzzed. The rubber does a surprisingly good job of gathering up hair! Who knew?\n\n\n\n
Get Rid of Garlicky Hands by Rubbing Stainless Steel\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean Stainless Steel Appliances\n\n\n\nStainless steel appliances seem to get stained with fingerprints constantly. To give them a good, clean shine, all you need is a microfiber cloth (or just a soft cloth) and some rubbing alcohol!\n\n\n\n
If you really want to get your\u00a0stainless steel super clean, you can use a few drops of olive oil! Check out this video to see how it works.\n\n\n\n
Clean Your Computer (Safely)\n\n\n\nThere are certain chemicals you should never use on or anywhere near your computer, including:\n\n\n\n
- Acetone
- Ethyl alcohol
- Toluene
- Ethyl acid
- Ammonia
- Methyl chloride\n\n\n\n
When cleaning your computer, avoid using paper products, don\u2019t use harsh chemicals and never spray product directly on the screen.\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s a safe and easy way to clean your computer:\n\n\n\n- To clean the keyboard, pour some white vinegar on a microfiber cloth and scrub the keyboard thoroughly.\u00a0
- Use a cotton swab soaked in vinegar to clean areas that need more attention.
- To clean your screen, take a microfiber cloth and wipe gently in a circular motion.
- Apply a mixture of light water and vinegar if necessary.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n Pick Up Small Pieces of Glass\n\n\n\nDon\u2019t try to use your hands to pick up tiny shards of glass. Instead, grab a piece of bread and press it down over the area. It should pick up those little pieces you don\u2019t want stuck in your fingers or the bottom of your feet!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nGet Your Rings Shining Again\n\n\n\nFirst of all, don\u2019t use household cleaners that may contain harsh chemicals on your rings. The easiest and safest way to clean an engagement ring or other type of ring with precious metals is to use warm water, a small amount of dish washing soap and a soft toothbrush.\n\n\n\n
Mix the solution of water and soap and let the ring soak for 10-20 minutes. Then use a soft toothbrush to clean off any excess dirt, makeup or anything else still lingering.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFreshen Up Smelly Sneakers\n\n\n\nJust sprinkle some baking soda in your sneakers to keep them smelling fresh, and then when you\u2019re ready to wear them again, just tap it out outside.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nRemove Common Household Stains\n\n\n\nMost of these will work on both furniture and carpet:\n\n\n\n
- Juice:\u00a0Blot with solution of one teaspoon dishwashing liquid (like Ivory) in one cup warm water.
- Gravy:\u00a0Pretreat with a paste of Fels-Naptha soap, then wash. Repeat if necessary. Don\u2019t put item in the dryer until the stain is gone.
- Mustard:\u00a0Apply repeated applications of detergent solution to remove solids. When stain is reduced, rinse and dry in bright sunlight.
- Lipstick:\u00a0Blot with acetone-based nail-polish remover, followed by the detergent solution, and rinse.
- Wine:\u00a0Blot with water. If stain remains, try the detergent solution. Three-percent hydrogen peroxide is effective on red wine.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse a pillowcase to clean a ceiling fan\n\n\n\n
Leslie Reichert of Green Cleaning Coachshares her cleaning hack for dusting a ceiling fan quickly and efficiently. Slip a pillowcase over ceiling fan blades, one at a time, then wipe. This way, dust falls into the pillowcase, not on your furniture and floors.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nSquirt Some Dish Soap Down the Drain\n\n\n\n
Finding your drain a little slow to, um, drain?\u00a0Squirt a little dish soap down there\u00a0and run the hot water. Dish soap is formulated to cut through grease. Usually that grease is on your dishes and cookware, but it can also accumulate in your drain\/pipes.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n Add a Steamer to Your Cleaning Caddy\n\n\n\n
Technically meant to de-wrinkle your clothes, a steamer can also help\u00a0make quick work\u00a0of cleaning grimy stovetops, cabinet doors, and more.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nCut a Corner Off Your Sponge\n\n\n\n
You know that sponge you use to clean the dishes with? And the other sponge you use to wipe down the walls? Keep track of which one is which with this smart trick: Just\u00a0cut off the corner\u00a0of the sponge you use for the dirty work.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nTry the Laundry Basket Method\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019ve got little piles of clutter everywhere,\u00a0a laundry basket\u00a0(you can get a cheap one from the dollar store) is a brilliant way to consolidate all the things that are out of place. If you\u2019re in a hurry (say, company\u2019s coming), just stash the laundry basket out of sight; if you\u2019ve got time, walk around with the laundry basket and put all the things back where they belong.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nPolish a Stainless Steel Sink with Flour\n\n\n\n
If you have a stainless steel sink, the single best thing you can do for it is to\u00a0polish it with flour. Wash and dry the sink, sprinkle the whole thing flour, and then get to buffing. You\u2019ll be surprised at how sparkly the metal gets!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nKeep Some Chalk in Your Kitchen\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s something we bet you didn\u2019t know: Chalk is super-absorbent, which makes it\u00a0an excellent stain stick. Remove any excess food and oil from the soiled garment with a clean paper towel \u2014 and cover the entire spot with chalk. Then, before you toss your oil-stained item in the laundry, rub the spot with a little stain remover or laundry detergent, wash it in hot water, and your oily spot should be gone.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nDIY Pot Scouring Pads Using Mesh Produce Bags\n\n\n\n
You know those mesh produce bags you get when you buy a dozen lemons? Or a whole lot of potatoes? Well, don\u2019t toss them! Instead, place an old sponge inside the bag, secure it with a zip tie, and clip the ends.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse a Mesh Laundry Bag \u2026 in Your Dishwasher\n\n\n\n
The next time you go to run the dishwasher, gather up all those little items \u2014 water bottle tops, lids to tiny food storage containers, etc. \u2014 and\u00a0put them in a mesh laundry bag. The bag keeps small and fragile items from getting lost in the fray, while still allowing hot water and soap to do their magic.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean Your Disposal with Vinegar and Lemon Ice Cubes\n\n\n\n
If your sink still stinks and you have a disposal, make a bunch of ice cubes from white vinegar and small chunks of lemon, put one or two down the drain, and run your disposal.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n Use a Potato to Clean Your Rusty Cast Iron\n\n\n\n
You can use\u00a0this trick\u00a0on other rusty things, too. Here\u2019s how it works: Cut the potato in half, dip the cut end in dish soap or baking soda, and rub it over the rusted area. If the end of the potato gets slick, slice it off and dip the newly cut end. Repeat until rust is removed!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse Rubber Kitchen Gloves to Remove Pet Hair\n\n\n\n
Your rubber kitchen gloves are good for more than keeping your hands protected while you do the dirty work. They\u2019re also\u00a0great for opening jars\u00a0and\u00a0getting rid of excess pet hair. Just slip on a glove and rub over whatever you want de-fuzzed. The rubber does a surprisingly good job of gathering up hair! Who knew?\n\n\n\n
Get Rid of Garlicky Hands by Rubbing Stainless Steel\n\n\n\n
There are certain chemicals you should never use on or anywhere near your computer, including:\n\n\n\n
- Acetone
- Ethyl alcohol
- Toluene
- Ethyl acid
- Ammonia
- Methyl chloride\n\n\n\n
When cleaning your computer, avoid using paper products, don\u2019t use harsh chemicals and never spray product directly on the screen.\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s a safe and easy way to clean your computer:\n\n\n\n
- To clean the keyboard, pour some white vinegar on a microfiber cloth and scrub the keyboard thoroughly.\u00a0
- Use a cotton swab soaked in vinegar to clean areas that need more attention.
- To clean your screen, take a microfiber cloth and wipe gently in a circular motion.
- Apply a mixture of light water and vinegar if necessary.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Pick Up Small Pieces of Glass\n\n\n\n
Don\u2019t try to use your hands to pick up tiny shards of glass. Instead, grab a piece of bread and press it down over the area. It should pick up those little pieces you don\u2019t want stuck in your fingers or the bottom of your feet!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nGet Your Rings Shining Again\n\n\n\n
First of all, don\u2019t use household cleaners that may contain harsh chemicals on your rings. The easiest and safest way to clean an engagement ring or other type of ring with precious metals is to use warm water, a small amount of dish washing soap and a soft toothbrush.\n\n\n\n
Mix the solution of water and soap and let the ring soak for 10-20 minutes. Then use a soft toothbrush to clean off any excess dirt, makeup or anything else still lingering.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFreshen Up Smelly Sneakers\n\n\n\n
Just sprinkle some baking soda in your sneakers to keep them smelling fresh, and then when you\u2019re ready to wear them again, just tap it out outside.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nRemove Common Household Stains\n\n\n\n
Most of these will work on both furniture and carpet:\n\n\n\n
- Juice:\u00a0Blot with solution of one teaspoon dishwashing liquid (like Ivory) in one cup warm water.
- Gravy:\u00a0Pretreat with a paste of Fels-Naptha soap, then wash. Repeat if necessary. Don\u2019t put item in the dryer until the stain is gone.
- Mustard:\u00a0Apply repeated applications of detergent solution to remove solids. When stain is reduced, rinse and dry in bright sunlight.
- Lipstick:\u00a0Blot with acetone-based nail-polish remover, followed by the detergent solution, and rinse.
- Wine:\u00a0Blot with water. If stain remains, try the detergent solution. Three-percent hydrogen peroxide is effective on red wine.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse a pillowcase to clean a ceiling fan\n\n\n\n
Leslie Reichert of Green Cleaning Coachshares her cleaning hack for dusting a ceiling fan quickly and efficiently. Slip a pillowcase over ceiling fan blades, one at a time, then wipe. This way, dust falls into the pillowcase, not on your furniture and floors.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nSquirt Some Dish Soap Down the Drain\n\n\n\n
Finding your drain a little slow to, um, drain?\u00a0Squirt a little dish soap down there\u00a0and run the hot water. Dish soap is formulated to cut through grease. Usually that grease is on your dishes and cookware, but it can also accumulate in your drain\/pipes.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nAdd a Steamer to Your Cleaning Caddy\n\n\n\n
Technically meant to de-wrinkle your clothes, a steamer can also help\u00a0make quick work\u00a0of cleaning grimy stovetops, cabinet doors, and more.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nCut a Corner Off Your Sponge\n\n\n\n
You know that sponge you use to clean the dishes with? And the other sponge you use to wipe down the walls? Keep track of which one is which with this smart trick: Just\u00a0cut off the corner\u00a0of the sponge you use for the dirty work.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nTry the Laundry Basket Method\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019ve got little piles of clutter everywhere,\u00a0a laundry basket\u00a0(you can get a cheap one from the dollar store) is a brilliant way to consolidate all the things that are out of place. If you\u2019re in a hurry (say, company\u2019s coming), just stash the laundry basket out of sight; if you\u2019ve got time, walk around with the laundry basket and put all the things back where they belong.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nPolish a Stainless Steel Sink with Flour\n\n\n\n
If you have a stainless steel sink, the single best thing you can do for it is to\u00a0polish it with flour. Wash and dry the sink, sprinkle the whole thing flour, and then get to buffing. You\u2019ll be surprised at how sparkly the metal gets!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nKeep Some Chalk in Your Kitchen\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s something we bet you didn\u2019t know: Chalk is super-absorbent, which makes it\u00a0an excellent stain stick. Remove any excess food and oil from the soiled garment with a clean paper towel \u2014 and cover the entire spot with chalk. Then, before you toss your oil-stained item in the laundry, rub the spot with a little stain remover or laundry detergent, wash it in hot water, and your oily spot should be gone.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nDIY Pot Scouring Pads Using Mesh Produce Bags\n\n\n\n
You know those mesh produce bags you get when you buy a dozen lemons? Or a whole lot of potatoes? Well, don\u2019t toss them! Instead, place an old sponge inside the bag, secure it with a zip tie, and clip the ends.\u00a0\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse a Mesh Laundry Bag \u2026 in Your Dishwasher\n\n\n\n
The next time you go to run the dishwasher, gather up all those little items \u2014 water bottle tops, lids to tiny food storage containers, etc. \u2014 and\u00a0put them in a mesh laundry bag. The bag keeps small and fragile items from getting lost in the fray, while still allowing hot water and soap to do their magic.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nClean Your Disposal with Vinegar and Lemon Ice Cubes\n\n\n\n
If your sink still stinks and you have a disposal, make a bunch of ice cubes from white vinegar and small chunks of lemon, put one or two down the drain, and run your disposal.\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse a Potato to Clean Your Rusty Cast Iron\n\n\n\n
You can use\u00a0this trick\u00a0on other rusty things, too. Here\u2019s how it works: Cut the potato in half, dip the cut end in dish soap or baking soda, and rub it over the rusted area. If the end of the potato gets slick, slice it off and dip the newly cut end. Repeat until rust is removed!\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nUse Rubber Kitchen Gloves to Remove Pet Hair\n\n\n\n
Your rubber kitchen gloves are good for more than keeping your hands protected while you do the dirty work. They\u2019re also\u00a0great for opening jars\u00a0and\u00a0getting rid of excess pet hair. Just slip on a glove and rub over whatever you want de-fuzzed. The rubber does a surprisingly good job of gathering up hair! Who knew?\n\n\n\n
Get Rid of Garlicky Hands by Rubbing Stainless Steel\n\n\n\n
- Gravy:\u00a0Pretreat with a paste of Fels-Naptha soap, then wash. Repeat if necessary. Don\u2019t put item in the dryer until the stain is gone.
- Juice:\u00a0Blot with solution of one teaspoon dishwashing liquid (like Ivory) in one cup warm water.
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