Learn to top clean. Put the breakfast dishes in the sink with hot water and detergent to soak. Next make the beds, pick up papers and empty ash trays into a large bag that you should always carry with you. Next douse toilet tissue with rubbing alcohol and wipe the bathroom fixtures. Use a carpet sweeper and hit the middle of the floor, take a feather duster to the coffee table and end tables, then go back and do the dishes.Next have a cup of coffee and go get on the internet..

For women who hate housework the following items are a must. Feather duster, carpet sweeper, a chamois (to wipe mirrors and glass), dusting rag (an old wash cloth works well), oiled rag, and a paper sack. When you use your dust cloth sprinkle a few drops of water on it. This allows you to dust twice as fast and it also removes spots.

 

 

Always start cleaning high and work your way down.

Clean cobwebs with an upward motion to lift them off. Downward motions tend to splatter them against the walls.

An easy way to clean the ceiling fan is to cover your hands in a pair of old socks. Dip them in warm sudsy water and run your hand over top and bottom of each blade.

Next time you clean the blades to your ceiling fan apply a thin coat of floor wax to them. It will keep future dust from clinging to them.

 

Wipe miniblinds with a damp fabric softener sheet to elimate static that collects dust.

 

Use a blow dryer on low to clean pleated lamp-shades.

Pet hair will come off your furniture easily with a roller lint brush.

 

Make your own furniture polish by mixing one teaspoon lemon oil with two cups mineral oil.

 

Water rings may be removed by rubbing petroleum jelly thoroughly into the spot.

 

Polish ashtrays with furniture polish before using and they will wipe clean easily.

 

To remove rust stains from sinks and tubs pour a few drops of hydrogen peroxide on the stain and sprinkle with cream of tartar. Let sit for half an hour then wipe off and rinse well.

Drop a denture cleaning tablet into toilet for a fast cleanup.

Wipe bathroom fixtures with a little rubbing alochol for a quick shine.

 

Safely and easily unclog a hair filled drain without harmful chemicals. Make a solution of equal parts of vinegar, salt, and baking soda. Pour down the clogged drain, let it foam for 15 minutes, then flush with boiling water.

 

Hair spray buildup can be removed from a mirror by wiping the mirror with a crumpled up newspaper.

 

To keep mirrors clean dampen a soft rag with rubbing alchol and wipe over the entire surface.

 

Keep tile and fiberglass shower walls clean. After washing well apply a thin coat of car wax and buff well. This will prevent most soap build up and the little that does wipes off easily.

 

If you drop an egg on the floor, cover it with salt, wait 5 minutes or so and it will easily sweep up.

 

Run a piece of bread through the meat grinder for easy clean up.

Coffee and tea stains can easily be removed by making a paste of baking soda and water, and rubbing on the stain.

 

To keep your kitchen smelling good dampen a couple of cotton balls with vanilla and place around the kitchen.

 

Burnt pans are a breeze to clean. Coat the bottom of pan with baking soda and add enough water to cover. Let stand for 3 hours, then gently scrape out the burnt food with a plastic spatula.

 

Add a few tablespoons of vinegar to dishwater to cut grease and leave your glasses sparkling.

 

To remove hard water stains from your dish drainer, pour 1 cup vinegar over it and let stand overnight. In the morning wipe it off with a wet sponge.

 

Wash and dry your stainless steel sink then polish with a few drops of baby oil and buff til shiny. Will help prevent water spots.

 

For a shiny finish on no wax floors, add one quarter cup of a pre-soak laundry powder to soapy water and then mop.

A cup of vinegar in your mop water will give your floor a shine.

 

Deodorize your garbage disposal with leftover orange and lemon peels.

 

Pouring baking soda down the drain weekly will keep the pipes clean and sweet smelling.