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6 Cleaning Tips to Keep Your Things Cleaner Longer

Written by Posted On Monday, 12 June 2017 02:22
6 Cleaning Tips to Keep Your Things Cleaner Longer

In this article you will find cleaning secrets that will help you fight and outsmart the dirt along with reducing the housework. Of course, giving your house a fresh feeling takes time and some elbow grease, but it's worth it.

1. Defy Dust

You can easily win the fight against dust by adjusting your home’s humidity level. As a matter of fact, low humidity levels lead to the appearance of static electricity, which in turn attracts dust and make it stick to furniture. On the flip side, high humidity levels create the perfect environment for the development of dust mites. So, it's advisable to keep the humidity level between 40 to 55%. That way, you will both eliminate static and decrease the dust mite growth.

Make a habit of washing your your dust vents at least once a year with mild soap and water. When they are completely dry, apply an abundant coat of car wax and polish. This will avert the dust for a long time.

2. Keep Glass Shower Doors Crystal Clear

A helpful trick for eliminating soap scum build up is by coating your glass shower doors with a rain-repellent car product which is made for car windshields, but you can easily use it for your glass doors as well. It's recommended because when applied tо glass it creates an invisible barrier that repulses oil, water, and debris. They bead and roll off. When they stop beading you should reapply the product. Use it only on glass. It won't work on plastic surfaces.

There are also automatic shower cleaners that cut down the cleaning process to once a month. They can be found at most big retailers, like Walmart. After finishing the bathing, push the start button of the gadget and it will spray your shower and glass door. That way, you'll get rid of build up soap scum and will prevent the glass shower door from mold appearance.

3. Seal Your Stone Countertops

Natural stone countertops are porous, so you should regularly check if they are sealed, because if they are not liquids like red line or juice can stain them. You can check the condition of your seal by pouring a tiny bit of water on your marble. If the water doesn't bead or if it doesn't stay for about three minutes, it's time to reseal. Usually it should be done twice a year.

4. Protect Your Furniture and Carpets

Maybe a few of you have heard about the protective furniture sprays and carpet sealants guard against inevitable spills. They are a must for every home. Once applied, the liquid just bead on the surface instead of being absorbed. Besides, some of these products also protect fabrics from fading and resist mold, mildew, and bacteria. Applying the sealer on your furniture or carpets once a year is sufficient, just make sure they are clean. In future you may not need to protect your furniture by sealing them thanks to the fabric coating technology development, new fabrics probably will be made to repel water and dirt.

5. Keep Things Tidy With Quick Touch-Ups

Instead of performing monthlydeep house cleaning, it will be better to do small cleaning projects in order to prevent both filth from building up and banish dust bunnies. You will even combat allergens. For that, create a spot-cleaning kit so that you can address small dirty situations in minutes.

- Cleaning pads can remove dirty fingerprints on walls and light switches.

- Damp micro-cloths can reduce airborne dust, especially if you have pets at home. Wipe them down every day.

- Dry sweeper cloths can quickly remove dust and dry dirt off electronics, floors, and shelves.

6. Ditch Your Outdated Low-Wattage Bulbs

Good lighting can totally change the look of your room. An old, low-wattage incandescent bulbs can make your room look dark and dingy. “Daylight” bulbs are something different. Those having a range between 5,000 to 6,500 kelvins will brighten the whole room up by making it look like natural light. They give a very good visual accuracy.

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