{"id":16876,"date":"2021-09-28T17:02:02","date_gmt":"2021-09-28T17:02:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/echowoven.com\/?p=16876"},"modified":"2021-09-28T17:04:52","modified_gmt":"2021-09-28T17:04:52","slug":"simple-housecleaning-tricks-you-can-do-everyday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/echowoven.com\/simple-housecleaning-tricks-you-can-do-everyday\/","title":{"rendered":"Simple Housecleaning Tricks You Can Do Everyday"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

To clean glass and mirrors, use coffee filters, not paper towels.\n\n\n\n

They leave no streaks or lint\u2014and they\u2019re cheap.\n\n\n\n

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To 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

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Get Tile Floors Looking Like New Again\n\n\n\n

Once 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

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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

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To 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

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Clean Your Sponge\n\n\n\n

Sponges 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

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Clean the Baseboards\n\n\n\n

If 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

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Clean the Blinds\n\n\n\n

These 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

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Clean Stainless Steel Appliances\n\n\n\n

Stainless 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\n

There are certain chemicals you should never use on or anywhere near your computer, including:\n\n\n\n