Cleaning Tips That Can Be Used Everyday

Since the coronavirus pandemic had everyone cooped in their humble abode, the last thing anyone would want is to stay in a messy and unclean one. Cleaning, therefore, did not only become somewhat of a regular chore for most but also a necessity to feel better with all that was going outside, helping relieve stress and feel productive.  

However, while talking about productivity, it doesn’t mean you have to spend hours cleaning around with a dust cloth in one hand and frustration in another. This article brings you the sanitizing and disinfecting tips everyone must know given the pandemic, among other simple cleaning hacks in areas that often go unnoticed, helping clear your housework load much efficiently and quickly. 

Wax Paper For Sink Fixtures

No matter how hard you clean or wipe it up and down, sinks often end up looking dirty given constant use and handling. One way to get this task off your to-do list for a little longer with no compromises on how gleaming the taps and handles look is to use wax paper. 

How to use it – use an antibacterial cleaner to wipe the sink handles and other fixtures thoroughly. After you’re done, take some wax paper and nicely polish these fixtures using it. This wax coat will not only leave your sink looking shiny and in its best state but also help prevent future stains, water, etc., by creating a repelling layer over them. 

Cleaning The Computer/Laptop

Work from home had everyone glued to their gadgets during the complete lockdown, whether it’s an iPad or a laptop that your use. And though everyone knows that computer screens and keyboards are one of the most bacteria-prone places, with the most risk of contracting a host of diseases, given how often one comes in contact with them without precations, there is little knowledge to clean them up properly and securely.

One should never use harsh chemicals, paper towels to clean or spray anything directly onto the screen.

How to clean 

For keyboards – use white vinegar and water mixture (half each) over some microfiber cloth and scrub thoroughly on keys and in-between. Many people also suggest using a toothbrush instead of a microfiber cloth, which, however effective, requires you to be more careful and gentle not to leave any scratches.

For screen – one does not need harsh chemicals or any spray to clean the screen, whether it is a television screen or laptops. Use a microfiber cloth to remove any dust and stains in a gentle motion. Only if necessary, slightly damp the material with some water.

Vinegar For All 

You will be thrilled to know how valuable a little bottle of vinegar can be while cleaning around the house. It is not only a cost-effective alternative to many expensive and chemically ladened cleaners you buy at the supermarket. Still, it is also very effective in clearing spots and eliminating bacterias. Let’s see all the places vinegar can help you clean –

Note – white distilled vinegar is the best you could use as it does not leave any stains behind. Vinegar smell, however, may linger for an hour or so and maybe problematic for many, though it is only a small price for a non-toxic and eco-friendly cleaner. Adding essential or fragranced oils is one way to get rid of the smell.

Glass 

One part vinegar with two parts water in a spray bottle is an ideal solution to clean all the house’s glass frames like mirrors, windows, etc.

Bathroom Shower Head And Tub 

It is an arduous task to remove all the thick soap scum and mildew collected over the walls and tub, mainly if your weekend cleanup plans don’t usually include bathrooms. Spraying undiluted white vinegar over the showerhead, tubs, and bathroom walls, letting it sit for some time, and scrubbing it will make it easier to rinse off the stains, both suborn and otherwise.

Another way is to use a paste of baking soda and white vinegar and scrub the tough spots and grime.