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It’s that time of year again. The days are getting longer and warmer and soon it will be time to open up your windows to let in the breeze. After a long few months cooped up inside, it will be great to finally get back outside and start exploring. With the start of Spring, however, comes the necessary evil of spring cleaning. Though it can be a bit tedious, we have to admit that it feels good to shake off the layer of dust that’s been settling in our apartments since the beginning of winter.
Just because you have to clean this Spring, doesn’t mean that the tast has to be difficult-there are a number of easy fixes to quite a few common messes that you may have in your apartment. These tips, courtesy of shopsatdoslagos.com, will help you pull together your apartment just in time to get out and enjoy the sunshine. Keep reading to learn more:
The Dreaded Couch Stains
It seems like no matter how hard you try, couch stains are inevitable. Even spilling water can create somewhat of a disaster, especially on a microfiber couch. For a simple clean-up without renting large machinery or throwing anything in the washer all you need is a bristle brush, a spray bottle, rubbing alcohol and a sponge. White cleaning products are best so the colors don’t transfer onto whatever it is you’re cleaning. Simply spray the rubbing alcohol on the stain and give it some good old fashioned elbow grease with the sponge. When dry, if that section of the couch is stiff, soften it using the bristle brush! For more in depth details, click here.
Say Sayonara To Scum
Limescale, soap and other buildup occurs over time naturally as we use our showers and sinks. If left untreated for a period of time, it becomes really difficult to remove. Even when “cleaned,” residue often remains in a thin layer. Use a mixture of water, vinegar and lemon juice to cut through the grime and leave your facilities sparkling clean!
Microwave Meets Sauna
Microwaves seem like a fairly easy thing to clean but when food particles splash about and get reheated as the microwave turns on, stains become more engraved and more difficult to remove. Wipes seem to just push things around rather than cleaning the surface area. For a no-fuss deep clean, simple set a bowl in the microwave for about ten minutes filled with vinegar and water (about 50/50 for each). You’ll be amazed at the cleanliness and how easy it is now to wipe down.
Brand New Blinds
Last but not least, our favorite tip to making your old blinds look brand new. If you have the old pull up blinds, chances are they have begun to yellow with age. To revive them, simply fill your bathtub with warm water and bleach or vinegar and give them a good soaking. They’ll look good as new when you’re through!
We hope these tips help you Spring into action this March!
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