Who doesn’t love coming home to a clean and fresh-smelling environment? But chemical cleaners often leave strong odors, leaving you feeling anything but refreshed. No need to sacrifice your relaxation time by scrubbing away; we have the perfect solution! Check out our top five cleaning tips for an effortless way of maintaining a pleasant aroma in your abode – all while taking it easy on that busy schedule.
Rubbing alcohol, clear vodka (which has a lot of cleaning benefits); and even white wine can be used for this cleaning hack.
“First blot the stain. Second, pour any type of clear alcohol (rubbing alcohol, vodka, white wine) onto the stain,” says Greg Shepard, owner of the housecleaning service Dallas Maids. “This is better than any over the counter product.”
Also, check out OUR very own carpet-cleaning kit – it works wonders on blood, chocolate, coffee stains (and more) that may have spilled on your rug !
Essential oils are a natural and easy way of making all things smell amazing .
Doyle James, president of Mr. Rooter Plumbing, a Neighborly company, recommends using essential oils as a DIY toilet cleaner.
“Mix one cup of baking soda with 15 drops of tea tree essential oil and 15 drops of lemon or orange essential oil. Let the mixture sit in the bowl for 30 minutes and scrub with a bowl brush before flushing.”
Or use an essential oil as described above !
“Add 15 drops of lemon essential oil into one and a half cups water to a microwave-safe bowl, and microwave on high for five to 10 minutes, allowing the steam to condense on inside walls/ceilings of your machine,” says Doug Rogers, president of Mr. Appliance, a Neighborly company. “Once complete, simply wipe away the softened food with a sponge.”
As our bedding gets washed and changed regularly, what about our mattresses? Well, fortunately there’s a way we can keep those clean too with our kitchen essentials !
Mattress-cleansing is very important as it helps keep them clear of any dust mites, skin cells and other particles.
“For stain removal especially, try spraying the mattress with vinegar and sprinkle baking soda over the top. You can place a towel over the area and let it sit for one to two hours. Then take your vacuum and go over the mattress for a final clean.”
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