If you make a mess you should clean it straight away. It’s a lot easier to clean something before it dries up, especially if it’s sitting on an expensive rug. Will you drive to the store if you need to restock your cleaning supplies?
Sometimes you’ll need to make do with what’s lying around. Therefore, it’s worth knowing a few sneaky hacks to make your life easier. Here are some ways to get out of a jam when you need to clean up fast.
1. Use Vodka On The Carpet
Removing red wine stains from your carpet is a difficult task, but vodka will save you in a pinch. Any clear alcohol will come in handy. Don’t use loads because it’s a lot more expensive than baking soda.
Before pouring vodka onto the stain, you’ll need to blot it with a kitchen towel. It’s okay to use paper towels if you have some on hand. Vodka will remove stubborn stains from most fabrics if you get there fast enough.
2. Charging A Mobile Phone
A smartphone might stop charging when it’s very old. It’s usually because the charging port is clogged up with debris, which can be frustrating. Where are you going to find something small enough to fit inside?
I hope you keep a few spare compression springs in a junk drawer. Once you’ve pulled the spring apart, you’ll be able to fit the end inside your phone. Make sure you cover it with a paper towel to collect lots of dirt.
3. Olive Oil Removes Dirt
Don’t just wash the cookware with water if you don’t have liquid soap available. It won’t always get dirt stains out, even when it’s boiling. Combine olive oil with a cloth, and you’ll be able to tackle most things in the kitchen.
I hope you have stainless steel pots and pans because olive oil works well on them. I suppose you could scrub a few stainless steel appliances down too. Rub your cloth in a circular motion to get all the stains out.
4. Dirty Dishwasher Filters
The best spring rings will help you scoop larger debris out of your dishwasher filter. You should stop throwing away old toothbrushes because they’ll help too. Start running the bristles over filters and screens.
Do it softly to guarantee you don’t damage anything, and make sure the brush is covered in soapy water. Clean them every month even if you don’t use the dishwasher often. It only takes a few minutes if you know what you’re doing.
5. Baking Soda And Vinegar
Baking soda and vinegar make quite a combination when cleaning your bathtub. If you enjoy long baths, the inside of your tub will be covered in grime. You’ll need to clean it before you can light any more candles.
Combine one cup of vinegar with some baking soda and hot water. Let it sit inside your tub for roughly 5 minutes. Add some water and wait another 5 minutes. Repeat the process until you get to the top.
Stock Up On Cleaning Supplies
Purchase more cleaning supplies whenever you’re running low, but it’s always nice to know a few hacks in case it’s all you have handy.
