When it comes to cleaning, it’s easy for the big jobs to take over. We all remember to clean things like countertops, the toilet and shower, but what about the smaller, easy-to-miss spots?
Not everything is as clean as it appears to be! If you take a closer look at your home, you’ll notice many areas that wouldn’t mind being dusted, mopped or in some cases, be rigorously and meticulously cleaned once in a while.
You’ll be shocked what dirt you find lurking in these secret spots – Discover them now!
#1 Don’t forget to clean your fridge handle
Many of us clean the inside of the fridge, but what about the outside, and, in particular, the fridge handle. Germs can be transferred to and from the fridge handle. Get into the habit of disinfecting it daily to keep your kitchen germ – free.
#2 Behind the wardrobe
Out of sight, out of mind! Perhaps, but you might get a shock when you finally move your wardrobe. When you do, you’re likely to find a thick layer of dust on the back of your wardrobe, and also the skirting board behind it. For this reason, it is always best to move the furniture’s and clean behind it every few months or so.
#3 Don’t forget your sofa!
Has your sofa seen better days? With so much time spent on it, it’s no wonder really. You can keep yours looking fresher and smelling better for longer with a quick baking soda treatment.
#4 Cabinet Doors
Wiping down the countertops is all well and good, but what about the surfaces beneath them? Just because cabinet doors aren’t horizontal, it doesn’t mean they can’t accumulate dirt. Be sure to wipe your cabinets down every couple of weeks using a cloth dampened in hot water and washing up liquid, to keep them looking clean and free from bacteria.
#5 How dirty is your bath mat?
Be honest – when was the last time you washed your bath and pedestal mat? Pedestal mats can become dirty extremely quickly, and the more people using the bathroom, the filthier they’ll become. Both your bath mat and toilet mat should be washed weekly with your normal detergent.
#6 Inside the window
You may be cleaning the inside and outside of the window pane, but what about the inside of the window sill? Leaves and debris will gather when the window is kept open for so long. It is always better to wash using hot soapy water to keep them nice and clean.
We know these spots are often the ignored ones and we don’t judge you. In this fast-paced life, it must be hard for you to clean each and every spot of the house on a daily basis, and you don’t have to. Just make it a habit to clean these often-forgotten places once in a month.
