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Home Survival Skills: Cleaning Essentials That Make Life Easier

By: Kayla Kitts and Jessica Yonker

December 30, 2014

I think we can all agree that when it comes to cleaning, we're always looking for efficient alternatives to make the process easier. Try these cleaning tips and tricks to keep your home sparkling year-round.

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We spend a lot of time in our beds, 3000 hours a year actually- that’s the equivalent of 4 months! So keeping it super clean is important. Vacuum the mattress, then sprinkle a mixture of baking soda mixed with a few drops of an essential oil (lavender promotes relaxation) onto the freshly vacuumed mattress. Let this sit for a couple of hours, then vacuum the baking soda mixture away

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Things You're Forgetting to Clean

Whether it's deep cleaning or just tidying up, there are a few ways to go the extra mile and keep your home sparkling. From the back of the TV to the garbage disposal, there are some items around your home that may need some TLC from the sponge or vacuum. Did You Know These Items Were That Dirty?

White and Green Shelving and Desk With Storage Containers

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Spring-Clean Your Paper Clutter

Preparing your tax return can be chaotic, but it doesn't have to be. Keeping important papers organized year-round can help you spend less time scouring your file cabinet and more time planning your Tax Day shopping spree. 11 Ways to Clear Paper Clutter

Clothes on Hanging Rod Over Washer and Dryer in Small Laundry Room

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Clean Out Your Dryer Lint

One way you can speed up the laundry process is by not only cleaning the lint from your dryer, but actually cleaning your lint screen. Plus, 18 Surprising Things You Can Clean in Your Washing Machine

Baking soda paired with warm water and bleach will knock out stubborn grout stains on tile floors and walls. If you need a heavy-duty cleaning, amp up the bleach but wear gloves to protect that manicure.

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Clean Your Home After Illness

Keeping your home spic and span is one of the most important ways to ward away disease, and a thorough cleaning once you're feeling better can prevent illness from spreading to your loved ones. Easy Tips for Making Your Home Healthier

Home Survival Skills: Cleaning Essentials That Make Life Easier

Things You're Forgetting to Clean

Spring-Clean Your Paper Clutter

Clean Out Your Dryer Lint

Clean Your Home After Illness

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