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How to Clean a Duster and Other Household Cleaning Supplies

By Cherie Gozon

We have different aids for cleaning. like brushes, vacuums, washers, and dusters. But if we want to deep clean everything, we need to clean these items, too. We often neglect cleaning them to the point that they don’t reach “peak performance” at all. In this article, we teach you how to clean a duster and all the other cleaning supplies you have at home.

How to clean a duster and other household cleaning supplies

Always check that lint trap

Cleaning the lint off the lint trap may not be sufficient in making sure there is no buildup. You need to occasionally deep clean below the lint trap. Using a paint stick, wrap the end with a clean rag.

Take out the lint screen and use the stick and rag to clean the inside of the lint trap. Be sure to dampen the rag so that it can pick up the most lint.

Learn how to clean toilet brush
Pexels – Karolina Grabowska

How to clean toilet brush

To keep your toilet brush as fresh as possible, pour a little Pine-Sol or bleach at the bottom of the brush holder. This will help your bathroom to smell clean and will keep germs out of sight and smell.

How to clean vacuum brush and hose

If you’re wondering how to clean vacuum hose or how to clean vacuum brush, the answer is simple: use another vacuum!

Try using another vacuum to clean the filter, hose, and even brush of another vacuum cleaner. You will notice this is an easy fix to avoid the dirt and dust that escapes when you empty the vacuum contents into the trash.

Learn how to clean vacuum brush
Pexels – Liliana Drew

Dustpan broom hack

To avoid the clumps of dust and hair that collect in the bristles of your broom, simply hot glue a wide-tooth comb to the dustpan. Now you have an easy way to remove the debris without bending down and using your hands.

How to clean dish scrubber

Your dish brush or scrubber has seen a lot of grime. We need to keep them in tip-top shape so that we know our dishes are also the cleanest they can be.

To get a deep clean, simply clean your brush or scrubber with vinegar or pop it into your dishwasher.

Washing machines need a cleaning too

Just like your dishwasher, your washing machine also needs a fresh check once in a while. You can do this easily by using a cleaning tablet and running the washer on the hottest setting.

If you don’t have any on hand, no worries. You can also run an empty cycle with bleach or vinegar.

It's important to sanitize sponge and clean your washing machine
Unsplash – PlanetCare

Time to check the furnace filter

Most homes have forced hot air or air conditioning. The filters that are used quickly build up with dust particles. Make sure you are replacing your filter regularly.

You may want to think about upgrading to a high-efficiency filter, which traps 99 percent of airborne particles such as bacteria, viruses, fumes, and pollen. – The Family Handy Man

Try a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser

If you haven’t tried a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, you will be amazed at what that little white sponge is capable of.

For an even deeper clean, try Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Bath Scrubber. Soap scum is no match to this powerhouse of a cleaning tool.

Time to clean that kitchen sponge

Your kitchen sponge needs you! It may be time to give that hard-working kitchen helper a little boost.

To sanitize sponge, use a bleach and water solution of 3/4 cup bleach to one gallon of water.

Learn how to sanitize sponge
Pexels – Karolina Grabowska

Deep clean the inside of your dryer

So you’ve deep cleaned the dryer vent with your paint stick and rag. What about an even deeper clean?

It might be a good idea to open up your dryer cabinet to see if there is any trapped lint. Use a vacuum attachment to clean the inside thoroughly and don’t forget to check the exhaust vent.

How to clean a smelly dishwasher

Dishwashers are always clean right? Sadly…nope.

Just because they are cleaning our dirty dishes, doesn’t mean they are going to stay smelling fabulous. Food can get trapped in the filter and along the sides of the dishwasher seal.

Use a dishwasher cleaning tablet or run your dishwasher while adding vinegar.

How to clean a duster

If you aren’t using a disposable duster, you can clean yours to make sure it’s at peak performance.

The last thing you want is to dust with more dust. Most dusters can be cleaned with water and soap and left to air dry.

Learn how to clean a duster
Pexels – Liliana Drew

Takeaway

Learning how to clean a duster, vacuum, brush of all kinds, etc. also ensures a clean home. When our cleaning tools and materials are clean, we’re sure that every nook and cranny of our home would be spotless.

Source: familyhandyman.com, YouTube – Chelsea, Flickr.com

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