Cleaning, ironing, and doing the dishes are all time-consuming chores, but they are necessary. However, in an attempt to keep things completely clean, people can get carried away and spend far too much time working and even ruining things.
Ironing tulle and bed sheets
The tulle in the left photo was ironed, while the tulle in the right photo was hung immediately after washing while the fabric was still slightly damp. It takes a long time to iron such a large piece of fabric, and the wrinkles will disappear on their own if you simply hang it. There isn’t much of a difference. So, is it worthwhile to waste a lot of time and effort ironing it? There’s also the risk of the material catching fire or leaving yellow stains on it.
There’s also no need to iron bedsheets. You can use a steamer instead. Or you can use water: put the fabric on the bed, stretch it a bit, and sprinkle it with some water. Let the fabric dry. It’s more than enough to deal with the wrinkles.
Washing wooden floors with a lot of water
Water and hardwood floors do not get along. It doesn’t mean you shouldn’t wash the floor at all; it just means that using too much water can leave stains on the surface. In addition, if there are cracks in the floor, water may seep in and ruin the wood. So the less water there is, the better. Don’t try to wash every inch of your carpet.
Cleaning the toilet with chlorinatedproducts often
There is no need to wash your toilet if it appears clean and there are no visible stains. It’s sufficient to do it once a week. In fact, the toilet is not the dirtiest place in the house: the kitchen sink has far more bacteria than the toilet. Using chlorine-containing products is frequently hazardous to your health. Also, don’t mix chlorine with other chemicals if you don’t want to get serious burns.
Cleaning the dust with a dry cloth every day
Many people prefer cleaning surfaces with an old T-shirt or another piece of fabric. But it’s better to clean the dust once a week rather than do it every day. First of all, a dry cloth can damage the furniture because there will be small scratches on the surface. And secondly, the dust won’t remain on the fabric, it will just go into the air and land somewhere else.
To save yourself some time cleaning the shelves inside closets and cupboards, you can put baking parchment on them and change it every 2 weeks.
Washing the oven too often
If you don’t use the oven frequently, you don’t need to clean it more than once a month. If you use harsh chemicals on a regular basis, they can damage the appliance.
If you don’t want to buy expensive cleaning products, you can make a baking soda paste and apply it to the inside surfaces of the oven overnight. All you’ll have to do in the morning is remove it and wipe it down with a wet cloth.
Cleaning the bathroom mirror regularly
If there is a fingerprint or a few drops of toothpaste on the mirror, it is best to remove it with a wet microfiber towel. Using special liquids for mirrors on a regular basis can damage the surface. Sprinkling the liquid directly onto the mirror is also not a good idea; instead, apply it to the fabric.
Washing delicate fabrics by hand
Delicate fabrics must frequently be hand-washed. However, if you stretch the fabric too much, it will fray and ruin it. Simply soak the clothes in cold water with detergent for 30 minutes, then gently wrinkle them in the water. It’s far more convenient than washing clothes by hand.
Cleaning dust off books every time you clean them
We usually clean bookshelves by wiping them down with a dry towel. However, it has the potential to harm the books. Books should be gently cleaned once every 3-4 months with a soft piece of fabric.
Because dust and moisture are bad for paper books, it’s best to keep them on closed shelves.
Polishing stainless steel surfaces
Stainless steel devices and other items are a magnet for stains. Any drop of water or fingerprint is immediately visible. However, don’t scrub them too hard. To clean stainless steel, avoid using chlorine or alcohol-based products. The surface and color may be ruined.
Washing the fridge too often
If there are no stains inside, there is no need to wash the fridge more than once every three months. You can prevent stains from appearing on the glass shelves by covering them with parchment. Parchment does not absorb condensed water and is, therefore, more environmentally friendly.
To eliminate odors, place a box of baking soda inside a couple of used teabags. Mint or green tea will suffice.
Cleaning pots and frying pans
It’s difficult to remove grease and food particles. It can take longer to wash one frying pan than it does to wash an entire stack of plates. However, you can simply fill the sink with warm water, add some detergent, and place the dirty dishes in it. The dishes will be much easier to wash after soaking in soapy water.
Scrubbing plastic containers
It is not a good idea to scrub plastic containers too hard in order to remove food stains. Surface cracks and scratches are ideal places for bacteria to grow.
Don’t put hot food in your containers to keep sauces from staining them. Temperatures not only damage the containers, but they can also contribute to the appearance of harmful chemicals. You can put baking paper or tin foil inside food pieces to avoid having to clean them by hand.
Vacuuming carpets too much
It’s enough to vacuum clean your carpets 1-2 times a week. But what do we all do when we see a piece of wool and other trash? We get our vacuum cleaners out and put them to work. But few people know that you can easily remove the wool with a wet rubber glove or a special glove for grooming pets.
By the way, if there’s dirt on the carpet, or powder or rouge, you shouldn’t use a vacuum cleaner to remove it. It can ruin the device.
