You can also use coffee filters to clean your windows without streaks. Amazingly and almost unbelievably, newspaper sheets are actually the best thing to wash windows with!
6. SPRING CLEAN TOYS WITH NO FUSS
When it comes to kids’ toys, don’t overlook the two cleaning machines that are in your house – the dishwasher and the washing machine!
To clean in the dishwasher, try the top rack and run as usual. Keep in mind that the bottom rack can get very hot and melt things, so stick to putting plastic toys in the top rack.
Think sturdy and plastic toys like:
Building Blocks
Dolls
Action figures
Plastic Roller Skates and larger toys
To clean in the washing machine, secure toys in a lingerie bag, and wash away! This works well for things like stuffed animals and smaller plastic toys. Make sure that everything is sealed securely inside mesh bags before washing.
7. TAKE TIME DURING SPRING CLEANING TO REFRESH THAT PLASTIC SHOWER CURTAIN
Place it in the washing machine with a small load of soiled towels and wash as usual. If it is a clear material, consider adding a cup of vinegar to the rinse cycle. You may want to do this more often than just once a year. If you notice that it is moldy, it might be better to just get a new one.
Once washed, hang it back up to dry! Can’t get any more simple than that, right?
8. QUICK SPRING CLEANING TIP: CLEAN AND SANITIZE YOUR MICROWAVE QUICKLY AND EASILY
The microwave is one of the most used appliances in the kitchen, and it’s usually also one of the most neglected. You don’t need to whip out harsh chemicals or break your back scrubbing to get it clear of all of the baked-on junk.
You can use the power of steam to do the heavy cleaning for you! Take a microwave-safe bowl, preferably a glass one, and fill it with a few cups of water. You can then add either some slices of lemon or a few drops of vinegar and the microwave for 5 minutes.
Once it stops, leaves the microwave closed to allow the steam to work its magic. Once the 15 minutes are up, simply wipe down the sides and you’re done!
BONUS TIP: ELIMINATE PET STAINS QUICKLY AND EASILY DURING SPRING CLEANING
One of the reasons I have been so loyal to Spot Shot is because over the years we had several indoor pets – 3 cats and a dog.
The ONLY product I found that could reliably fight against pet stains is Spot Shot.
AND THAT’S IT! THERE ARE 7 SPRING CLEANING HACKS THAT YOU CAN GET DONE IN 5 MINUTES OR LESS!
Let us know which one of these is your favorite in the comments! Got any Spring Cleaning Hacks? Share those with us, too!
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