45 Cleaning Tips for Millennials and Gen Z

Millennials and Gen Z may be a step ahead of Gen X and Boomers in terms of technological understanding, but their cleaning routines don't even begin to compare to the older gens. With years comes wisdom and unmatched cleaning hacks cultivated from messy lives well lived. The good news? Cleaning tricks can be mastered at any age. We're sharing 45 crème-de-la-crème cleaning tips for laundry, furniture, appliances, outdoor accents and more to catch Millennials and Gen Z up to speed. Keep clicking to get the scoop on how to clean your house so well it leaves your mother-in-law speechless.

Even though it may feel like you can't get to the coffee soon enough in the morning, beware: The water tank of single-serve coffee makers could become a breeding ground for mold and bacteria if not cleaned properly. Try running vinegar through your machine periodically to remove any buildup that could be lurking inside.

Rumor has it that our cell phones play host to so many germs that they’re officially dirtier than a toilet seat. Scary, we know, but not to fret! We’re in this together. Keep E. coli and staph infections at bay with our go-to phone cleaning products linked below, or try our failproof cleaning mixture of 50/50 rubbing alcohol and water applied with a microfiber cloth.

Vibrant colors and punchy patterns can hide a multitude of sins, but you should still give your wallpaper some TLC throughout the year. Remove evidence of sticky fingers and smudges from your beloved wallpaper by going over the area with a handheld broom wrapped in a microfiber cloth or a lambswool duster. From there, use an artist’s gum eraser or dry sponge in long strokes to spot clean remaining marks. Clean your durable, washable wallpapers with a natural sponge (wrung out as much as possible) and soapy water.