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22 Cleaning tips and tricks that Mr. Clean himself would approve of if he could.

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Dealing with household cleaning tasks can be quite a chore, especially when you’re pressed for time and energy. Who wants to spend precious hours on a day off scrubbing floors and walls? Fortunately, we’ve compiled an array of unique and highly effective cleaning tips that will have your living space looking impeccable without the usual sweat and toil. Even better, these clever tricks won’t dent your budget, as most of the ingredients are likely already in your pantry. From using lemons to combat rust on faucets to employing coffee filters for streak-free screens, these innovative methods are about to revolutionize your approach to cleaning.

  • Lemon-Powered Rust Remedy

Rust stains can be an unpleasant sight and a threat to the longevity of your household items. Aggressively scrubbing these surfaces is not the best solution, both for your hands and for the object itself. Using a lemon is your best option.

Slice a lemon in half and dip it in table salt. Use it as a natural cleaning agent to banish rust. The lemon’s acidity will work on the rust and remove it effectively. Be sure to address the issue before it becomes too severe, as it will be more challenging to clean.

  • Lint Roller Lampshade Revival

Worried about damaging your expensive lampshades while cleaning? Here’s a gentle way to restore their appearance without the fear of causing harm. Grab an adhesive lint roller. Thanks to its sticky surface, you won’t need to apply any pressure to rid your lampshades of dust.

What makes this hack even more appealing is that it works on any material, though it shines best on smoother surfaces. Cleanup is also a breeze—simply peel away the used layer of the lint roller when you’re finished.

  • Coffee Filter TV Screen Elegance

Cleaning TV and computer screens can be a challenge, especially when you want to avoid streaks and marks. These unsightly imperfections can affect your viewing experience and lead to repeated cleaning efforts. Instead of using a regular cloth, reach for a coffee filter.

A coffee filter will flawlessly clean your screen without leaving any lint behind. If you prefer using a cleaning solution, spritz it onto the coffee filter and gently clean the screen. Just be sure not to spray directly onto the screen itself.

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