5 Reasons Why Housework is Good for You
A revolutionary thought indeed! I enjoy a small
number of housework tasks - but most of them I can do without or would just
prefer that someone else do them for me - like cleaning toilets and sinks and
the garbage can.
And another problem seems to be all those cleaners with toxic products you never heard of and aren't aware of so you can't possibly know if they are safe. Good news is that you can literally get rid of all of them
and empty out your shelves and only stock 5 simple products that you know are safe: in no particular order, they are white vinegar, salt, lemon, borax and baking soda.
So here are some really basic cleaning tips using these 5 products that will make life easier and less worrisome:
- Removing Mud From Your Carpeting - If the mud is fresh, sprinkle baking soda all over the spot, covering it completely. Wait about 20 minutes or so, then vacuum it up. Simple.
- Removing Ink Stains - All you need is lemon here. So if you spill some ink or someone makes a mark with a pen on your new tablecloth or napkins or bedding, just pour a small amount of lemon juice on the spot or mark. Let the juice sit on the
spot overnight. Then wash the item normally. If the spot hasn't come out entirely, repeat the process. Do all this BEFORE putting the item in the dryer.
- Got a Crayon Mark to Remove? - To remove crayon on clothes or other fabrics (that can be laundered), add one cup of baking soda to your wash load and wash the clothes as normal. If the spot persists, do it all again. Be sure not to put the clothes
into the dryer until the spot is completely removed. For removing waxy crayon from your walls, make a paste of baking soda and water and scrub the spot or mark. Rinse all off with a damp sponge or cloth.
- Getting Rid of Rings - Soap scum will form rings in your sinks and tubs and can be hard to remove the longer it stays there. Use some full strength white vinegar on a sponge or cloth to scour away the ring. Then wipe the sink or tub clean.
You can also use white vinegar on your grout. Use a toothbrush to scour the grout.
- Need More Bleach? - You can make your own bleach substitute with 1/4 cup of borax and 2 cups of water. Simple.
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