March is a great time for cleaning, organizing, and freshening up your house for the sunny and warmer summer months ahead. If you are anything like us, now that we have more daylight hours, those little dust bunnies that have been successfully hiding are getting pretty hard to ignore. Which means the dreaded spring cleaning deep clean is looming, but with some simple hacks, we hope to make this not such a big undertaking. Getting rid of winter dust, dirt, and clutter are not only good for your physical health but it can also help reduce the effects of seasonal allergies and improve your mental health as well.
Steam Clean Your Microwave with Lemons. In a microwave safe container measure about ½ cup water, then add a halved lemon with juice and cook on high for 2-3 minutes so the liquid comes to a boil. DO NOT OPEN THE MICROWAVE; let the steam loosen food items. After your five-minute timer goes off, easily wipe off food residue.
Cleaning Oven Racks. It can be annoying and messy trying to clean large oven racks in a smaller sink. So, give them a bubble bath. Line your tub with old towels so when you place the racks the tub doesn’t get scratched. Cover racks with hot water, dish detergent and let them soak for hours or overnight. Brush off any gunk with a brush or sponge, rinse and let dry.
Use Vinegar. Vinegar has so many applications and can be used to unclog faucet heads, deep clean your washing machine and your dishwasher by placing a cup of distilled white vinegar on the top rack and running it.
Wash Shower Curtain Liners. You can wash your shower curtain liner in the washing machine. Just toss it in with a couple of towels, and simply hang back up to dry.
Keep Some Chalk Nearby. Chalk is very absorbent, making it a great stain stick. Just remove excess food and oil from your soiled garment with a clean towel – then cover the area with chalk. Before tossing in the laundry, just rub the spot with stain remover or laundry detergent, wash in warm water, and the spot will be gone.
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