Hate cleaning your house as much as you hate getting your TEETH cleaned? Good news: Just because you are not the cheeriest housekeeper in the world doesn’t mean that you have to live in a shabby pad.
Here are 21 simple ways to help keep your home spotless. For full tutorials, be sure to click on the links below!
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Mold-free, fresh-smelling towels
Alan Levine via Flickr
You wouldn’t believe it, but keeping your towels clean and mold-free has more to do with hanging techniques and proper storage than pricey, store-bought detergent.
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White, bright grout
SweetPotatoPatterns
The secrets to keeping your grout crud-free are likely sitting in your kitchen and bathroom cupboards.
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Safe and clean dryer lint filters
CitruSolution
If you’ve simply been picking away your lint in between drying cycles, then you have been doing it all wrong!
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Pristine decks
Hometalk
Keep your beloved chill space dirt and splinter-free with this smart 2-ingredient deck cleaning solution.
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Foolproof toilet cleaning routine
dundanim via Deposit Photos
Not only will this cleanser cut down on scrubbing, it is also made from ingredients that are likely sitting in your kitchen cupboard.
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Mold and mildew management
Bane.m via Deposit Photos
Because not all mold and mildew is created equal, it’s important that you educate yourself on which varieties you can safely wipe away, and which ones need to be removed by a professional.
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Flawless stove grates
LittleThings
Who knew that the key to getting that dreaded crust off of those stove grates is a freezer bag?
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Dust-free ceiling fans
ehowhome
What’s a dusty ceiling fan’s worst enemy? Well, a pillow case, of course.
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Rust-free stainless steel sinks
brownpau via Flickr
If rust is causing your stainless steel sink to lose some of its signature shine, it’s time to bring out the big guns—vinegar and lemon.
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Pristine microwaves
TipHero
Spaghetti sauce splatters are no match for a sliced lemon!
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Crumb-free toasters
The Rachael Ray Show
This uber-frustrating chore can be completed by using an ordinary hair dryer. Why didn’t WE think of that?!
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Sparkling enamel dishware
The Kitchn
Don’t get caught trashing that food-stained enamel dishware! Just combine hot water with baking soda and let the DIY solution do the work.
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Shiny ovens
MitaStockImages via Deposit Photos
Caked-on stains and burns are no match for this all-natural homemade paste.
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Pristine coffee grinders
Suzette - www.suzette.nu via Flickr
Believe it or not, this coffee grinder cleaning hack will only take you 10 seconds to complete. You’ll be enjoying your favorite cup of joe in no time!
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Cloud-free laminate floors
Clean My Space
If your laminate floors are prone to getting that cloudy, filmy sheen after cleaning, try this fuss-free DIY cleanser.
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Spick and span iron
LittleThings
Don’t let your dirty iron get even an ounce of rust on your clean clothes. This vinegar and salt mixture works wonders for removing offensive build-up that could cause discoloration.
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Dust-free blinds
Clean My Space
Just because you are cleaning dust and grime from your blinds doesn’t mean that you have to remove them from your window!
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Hygienic shower curtains
akoldunov via Deposit Photos
Throwing your yucky shower curtain into a wash cycle with a bit of bleach helps remove both stains and germs.
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Twinkling mirrors
Better Homes and Gardens via Life As Mama
Don’t settle for streaky mirrors and windows when the key to glistening glass is all in the wiping technique.
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Squeaky clean washers and dryers
Pablo Ibañez
Unfortunately, these machines are not self-cleaning. But luckily for us, getting them looking brand-spanking new doesn’t take too much effort.
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Germ-free laptops
Clean My Space
Because your laptop keyboard has more stains on it than a toilet seat. Enough said, right?!
We just love that so many of these tutorials use eco-friendly or homemade cleansers. Score!
What do you think of this nifty household cleaning list? Have you tried any of these tricks before? Do you have one that you would like to add?
