Time to clean your PC.
Power down and use compressed air to blow dust out of the vents and keyboard to keep things cool. A dry microfiber cloth is all you need for a clear screen—no harsh chemicals required. 🧼💻 #TechTips#PCMaintenance#CleanSetup
Quick bookcase cleaning 101:
🧹 Empty & dust top-down
🧼 Smudge removal: A white art eraser works wonders on non-glossy marks.
💨 Airflow is key: Don’t pack books too tight; let them breathe to prevent mould.
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How to keep your front door clean.🏡
✨ Dust the frame and panels. 🧽 A mix of warm water and a drop of dish soap works great on wood, steel, and fiberglass. 🪟 Wipe down windows with a 50/50 vinegar-water mix for a streak-free shine. 🔑 Sanitize the handle and deadbolt!🚪
A beautiful bouquet is a 10/10, but that murky “vase ring” is a solid 0.
Pro tip: if you can’t reach the bottom of a narrow neck, swirl some warm soapy water with a spoonful of raw rice to scrub the grime away. 🌷✨
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How to tidy your kitchen drawers
Empty them and vacuum the dust and crumbs.
Group the items inside by purpose and usage. Buy dividers and modular bins so everything is easy to find and take out.
Keep the junk drawer. Use an old muffin tin to keep batteries, screws, etc.
Nothing beats the "new room" feeling of a freshly scrubbed balcony. ✨
The secret? Always sweep before you mop to avoid making a mud slurry, and work top-to-bottom so you aren't dusting twice. Your morning coffee just got a serious upgrade. ☕️🌿 #HomeMaintenance#CleaningTips
How to descale a kettle with with lemon
Fill the kettle with water and add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Boil, soak for 30 min and rinse.
After descaling always boil and discard fresh water one or two times before using again.
Tip: Avoid leaving water in the kettle.
How to clean wooden doors
Wipe the door with water and a few drops of dish soap without oversaturating the wood.
Stubborn stains or grease can be treated with a mixture of water and white vinegar.
Wipe the door handles, locks and hinges, too.
Dry the door thoroughly.
How to clean fabric lamp shades
Fill the bathtub with lukewarm water and a little bit of mild detergent and place the lamp shade inside
Tackle any stains with a soft brush
Rinse with fresh water
Put on a towel to air dry avoiding direct sunlight
Dust the lamp shades regularly
How to Wash Shower Curtains
Pop it in the washing machine with a towel on a gentle setting.
Alternatively, soak in the bath with laundry detergent and scrub with a brush.
For mouldy stains add baking soda during wash cycle. Vinegar during the rinse cycle will add sparkle.
How to clean a mattress.
Vacuum it first.
Clean any stains with dilluted dish soap.
Mix 2 cups of water, 1/2 cup of white vinegar, 1/4 cup of alcohol and 10 drops of tee tree oil and spray lightly. Let it sit for 5 minutes and pat dry with a clean towel.
Leave to airdry.
How to properly hang clothes
Use non-slip hangers to keep the shape of clothes and avoid wire hangers.
Button the top buttons of shirts and insert hangers from below necklines.
Trousers can be folded and hanged over the bar of the hanger.
Place all hangers facing one direction.
Eco friendly cleaning materials
White Vinegar: Acts as a degreaser and disinfectant, great for glass, general surfaces, hard water stains.
Baking Soda: Mild abrasive great for scrubbing sinks, bathtubs, ovens.
Lemon Juice: Its acid cuts through grease, disinfects and deodorises
How to remove a fish odour from the fridge
Wipe all interior surfaces with a solution of one litre warm water, a quarter of a cup baking soda and a few drops of dish soap.
After that you can apply a few drops of vanilla extract which will combat any lingering smells.
How to clean a microwave with lemon
Fill a bowl halfway with water, place a lemon cut in 4 slices and microwave on full power for 5 minutes. Let it stay with the door closed for another 5 minutes.
Remove the bowl and wipe the interior with a damp cloth, then with a dry cloth.
How to clean kitchen cabinet knobs
To clean these on a regular basis spray with water and vinegar and wipe with a soft cloth.
For a deeper clean remove the knobs and soak them in warm water, vinegar and a drop of dish soap. Leave for half an hour and rinse with warm water.
How to clean skylights
Mix a few drops of mild dish soap in a bucket of warm water. Soak a soft sponge and scrub the glass.
Rinse the skylight thoroughly. Remove excess water with a squeegee.
Finally, wipe the glass with clean soft cloths working in one direction only.
How to clean cloudy glasses
Mix one cup water with 2 tablespoons white vinegar and spray the glasses with the solution. The vinegar will break down any cloudiness and will add sparkle to the glasses.
Wash with warm water and dry them straight away with a microfibre cloth.
How to clean mirrors
Dust the mirror first.
Spray with glass cleaner and wipe top to bottom with a clean microfibre cloth.
Then dry and buff the surface with a dry soft cloth using up-and-down or circular motions.
Inspect form different angles at the end for any streaks or smears
How to wash gym clothes
Generally, use warm or cold settings on the washing machine and detergents for delicate fabrics. Conditioner is fine.
The clothes should be turned inside out and air dried or tumble dried on low temperature if the instruction on the label allow it.