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Housekeeping Supplies
and Equipment
All- purpose cleaner
This type of cleaner works on most countertops, sinks and
stovetops. If you have granite or marble countertops, purchase a product made
specifically for those materials to avoid doing damage over time. The same rule
applies to a glass stovetop, which requires a special glass polish
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Glass cleaner
Liquid Glass Cleaner is a glass cleaner
containing material things - the nature of the surfactant Lonic Heavy Duty
Cleaner , capable of lifting dirt , oil stains , scars and stains immediately
-noda lies embedded glass .
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Tile and grout cleaner
An acid-based, scrub-free solution works
best on bathtub and shower tile, as well as toilets. You will want something
mild for your tile floors, though, as acid can eat away at the tile itself and
grout. Most tile manufacturers recommend regular removal of loose dust and dirt
through damp mopping, with use of a neutral-pH cleaner only when necessary,
such as to clean up spills, etc.
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Wood cleaner
When
cleaning wood furniture, opt for a polish made for the type of finish on your
wood. Floors with a polyurethane seal need only a solution of warm water and a
mild dishwashing soap to come clean after sweeping or dry mopping. In general,
though, you will want to use as little water as possible when cleaning wood.
If you prefer to use eco-friendly products,
all of the above are available as such. You also can make your own
green cleaners at home.
Must-Have Cleaning Tools
Cleaning tools also vary by surface,
with some being too abrasive for certain uses. Purchase the following:
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Microfiber
cloth
Microfibers
cloth are mostly made of polyester, and, unlike cotton, they leave no lint
behind. They are usually knitted and very soft, making them generally safe for
use on relatively soft surfaces such as paint or wood. Make sure the cloths
haven’t latched onto a small piece of grit that could cause a scratch.
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Extendible
duster
No matter your height, you will be able to
reach the tops of the ceiling fans in your home with one of these handy
cleaning tools.
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Scrubby
sponges
The sponge side works well for most cleanups,
while the scrubby side helps you tackle tougher jobs. These work in both the
kitchen and bathroom.
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Toilet
brush
Having a brush that cleans your
toilet, and only your toilet, helps curb the spread of germs to other surfaces.
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Vacuum
Vacuums
work on both hard and soft surfaces, such as carpet, floors and upholstery.
Make sure the beater bar is set for the correct surface and use attachments for
upholstery and hard to reach, tight spaces such as between your refrigerator
and wall.
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Bucket
Using a bucket, as opposed to filling a sink
with cleaning, makes it much easier to tackle floors.
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Microfiber
mop
This tool works for many types of
hard surface flooring.
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Grout
brush
These narrow brushes help you free grout lines
of debris, resulting in longer-lasting grout.
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Rubber
gloves
Protect your hands while cleaning,
especially when using acid-based cleaners or if you suffer from skin
sensitivity.
Other specialty cleaning products
and tools you might need:
- Hard-water cleaner
- Squeegee
- Glass stovetop scraper
With both the cleaning solutions and
tools, always check the manufacturer’s instructions on the label to ensure the
product will not cause damage.
Tips for Cleaning Less Often
All of the above will collectively help you keep your home clean. How often
you must do it, though, depends on you. By creating and placing cleaning kits
throughout your home, you encourage maintenance between deep cleans. Consider
purchasing multiple cleaning caddies and storing in each one the products and
tools for a particular room, such as the bathroom, kitchen and laundry room.
That way, you clean in small increments, as opposed to spending an entire day
on the job. Discover more helpful
cleaning tips from
Molly Maid.
