When it comes to cleaning the house, it is not compulsory to buy who knows what tools or products: very often, what we need is already around us, even if… “incognito”. By sharpening our wits a little, in fact, we could recognize in the everyday objects that surround us as excellent allies to make our home and our accessories clean and shiny. All this in an economical and sustainable way
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When it comes to do the housecleaning, it is not compulsory to buy who knows what tools or products: very often, what we need is already around us, even if… “incognito”. By sharpening our wits a little, in fact, we could recognize the everyday objects that surround us of the excellent allies to make our home and accessories clean and shiny. All this in an economical and sustainable way.
Here for example 10 tools apparently unlikely but, in practice, very useful:
Index
Cotton sticks
Let's start by opening the cabinet of the bathroom home and looking inside. We may find that the cotton swabs that we use for the ear cleaning are perfect forhygiene of very small spaces, such as the keyboards of computer and laptops or phone keypads. Slightly moistened (warning: not wet and dripping !!!) the sticks can easily reach the small spaces between the keys and take away the dirty accumulated with use.
Face towels
Face towels, small, easily washable and available in large quantities at a low price, can prove to be particularly useful beyond their more "traditional" use: they can in fact replace paper absorbent e sponges in cleaning worktops and all washable kitchen surfaces. In short, a practical, economical and eco-sustainable solution for the hygiene of your home.
Toothbrush
As you know, the toothbrush should be changed every 2-3 months: after this time, however, it is not "mandatory" to throw it away. On the contrary, one can try to recover it. Even if the old toothbrush is no longer effective in guaranteeing perfect dental hygiene, in fact, it can always be used for cleaning the house or for some particular accessories: flexible brush heads they can reach the smallest and most hidden corners, scrubbing dirt away.
Hairdryer
Sometimes, remove prices or Labels from objects in glass or other accessories it's a real hassle. Have you ever thought about simplifying the procedure by using the hairdryer? This way, you can dry out the glue stickers, to then detach them more easily, without leaving those annoying lumps on the surfaces. If you've never tried it, maybe it's time to give it a try!
Nail file
You spotted one surface in skin, which is the jacket new or home sofa? If the stain is not particularly large, you can try to remove it using a nail file, trying to scrape off the dirt as gently as possible.
Vodka
If I say "vodka", the first thing that comes to mind is probably not cleaning. And instead, vodka is a excellent antibacterial and also helps to eliminate bad odors: it is therefore a perfect solution for sterilize surfaces or objects for personal use. Obviously, there is no need to use a particularly expensive, sophisticated or excellent quality vodka for this "improper use" ... (Read also: Vodka: how to use it for house cleaning)
Tights
The candles decorative or scented indoors they can last for months, if not years, so much so that the dust it can end up annoyingly accumulating on their surface, forming a patina. The solution is to use a pair of pantyhose (old but clean) to scrub the surface of the candle, so as to pull away the dust without causing scratches.
Cap of the feathers
Your pen has he stopped writing? Before throwing away the cappuccino, try using it for bathroom cleaning: its elongated and pointed shape is perfect for scraping away the dirt that accumulates in the sink, especially in the highest part of the drain.
Gesso
Here is a little secret to safeguard thehome silverware: put some plaster, carefully wrapped in a thin cloth so that it does not stain or scratch, together with trays, centerpieces and silver plateaus. The plaster in fact absorbs moisture, slowing down the oxidation process and, consequently, saving you the need to continuously clean your silverware with specific products.
Newspapers
You are looking for a method for reuse the newspaper paper? The solution is to listen to grandmothers, using them for clean and wash windows and mirrors: the results will be… brilliant.
In short, fantasy e creativeness they are also a must when it comes to cleaning.
What are the most curious and original tools you have used for home hygiene, furnishings and various accessories?
Lisa Vagnozzi
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