Overlooked Areas for Cleaning in Your Home
It’s easy to take pride in maintaining a spotless home, but there are often overlooked areas that may escape your cleaning routine without you even realizing it!
These commonly neglected spots or objects in your home often go unnoticed or receive minimal cleaning attention, especially during regular cleaning sessions. However, a thorough cleaning and maintenance of your home should encompass these lesser-known areas. Curious to know what they are? Keep reading to discover the often forgotten spaces that deserve your attention!
- Window Tracks
Window tracks are notorious for accumulating dust and are often overlooked during cleaning. To tackle this tricky area, use a soft bristle brush, pine needles, or invest in specialized window track cleaning gloves or brushes that can reach those hard-to-access corners. - Door Frames, Thresholds, and Walls
Keep your walls free from dust and cobwebs by gently dusting them or using a vacuum cleaner. Similarly, wipe thresholds and door frames with a damp cloth and remove any water residue with a dry cloth. - Underneath Furniture
While you may vacuum your couch, bed, or accent chairs regularly, cleaning underneath them might be a rare occurrence. Over time, tiny dust particles can accumulate and form dust bunnies, making it a challenging task to remove. Enlist someone’s help to shift the furniture and thoroughly sweep or vacuum the area, ensuring you wipe away any stains or dust using a deep cleaning method. - Hoods and Vents
Kitchen hoods, microwave filters, and vents tend to accumulate grease, oil stains, and food particles quickly. Combat these issues by using soapy water and a clean, dry cloth to remove the grime. If you prefer using surface or appliance cleaning products, opt for high-quality ones. - Soft Furnishings
Accent cushions, throws, area rugs, bedding, curtains, and drapes are essential elements of a cozy home. However, these soft furnishings often go overlooked in terms of regular care. Ensure you change pillow covers and bedsheets weekly, while also vacuuming area rugs, curtains, or drapes regularly. Although the dust on these items may not be visible, it can impact your health, given their direct contact with your body. Therefore, prioritize keeping your soft furnishings clean and well-maintained. - Ceiling Fans and Lights
Don’t wait for special occasions or festivities to remove dust from your ceiling fans and light fixtures. Aim to clean them at least once a month. Use a vacuum cleaner or a long-handle broom to tackle ceiling fans, while delicate light fixtures can be cleaned with a soft brush or cloth to prevent scratches or accidental breakage. - Trash Cans
While we use trash cans to keep our homes tidy, these humble yet crucial objects often accumulate dirt and stains from the trash itself. Neglected trash cans become breeding grounds for germs and bacteria. Make sure to rinse your trash can under running water and regularly apply a disinfectant spray to keep it clean. - Toothbrush Holder
When cleaning your bathroom, don’t forget about the toothbrush holder. A neglected or dirty holder can become a breeding ground for germs. Clean the toothbrush holder regularly by rinsing it under running water or wiping it with a damp cloth.
Re-reported from the article originally published in Boldsky.
