DIY Archives - Clean My Space Trusted Cleaning Advice Since 2009 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 19:23:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 196764485 Cleaning on a Budget: Melissa Maker’s Money-Saving Tips https://cleanmyspace.com/diy-cleaners-that-actually-work-easy-cleaning-hacks-that-save/ https://cleanmyspace.com/diy-cleaners-that-actually-work-easy-cleaning-hacks-that-save/#comments Sat, 09 Sep 2023 20:21:00 +0000 https://cleanmyspace.com/?p=23719 Here are some fantastic cleaning hacks that not only save you time but also help you keep more money in your wallet. I know cleaning can be a drag, and we’re all trying to be more budget-conscious, especially during these challenging times. So, I’ve put together this video to share some of my favourite cost-effective […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/diy-cleaners-that-actually-work-easy-cleaning-hacks-that-save/feed/ 1 23719 12 Ways to Get Rid of Ants! https://cleanmyspace.com/12-ways-to-get-rid-of-ants/ https://cleanmyspace.com/12-ways-to-get-rid-of-ants/#comments Sat, 18 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000 https://cleanmyspace.com/?p=18134 If ants are a problem in your home, there are both lethal and non-lethal ways to get rid of them.

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/12-ways-to-get-rid-of-ants/feed/ 1 18134 5 Cleaning Life Hacks Busted! https://cleanmyspace.com/5-cleaning-life-hacks-busted/ https://cleanmyspace.com/5-cleaning-life-hacks-busted/#comments Fri, 05 Jan 2018 15:49:09 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=14169 Have you ever read or watched a life hack video or read an article and thought, “Does that hack actually work?” In my experience sometimes they work, but sometimes they’re just epic failures. So, the question is: are the people putting out these videos and articles testing these hacks at all? One thing you can […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/5-cleaning-life-hacks-busted/feed/ 14 14169 DIY Slime! https://cleanmyspace.com/diy-slime/ https://cleanmyspace.com/diy-slime/#comments Wed, 18 Oct 2017 17:09:33 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=14046 We’ve been using borax here at Clean My Space for years now, it is exceptionally good at cleaning things like mold and mildew, and as such, has a wide variety of uses. While doing research for a recent borax tips video we came across an unexpected use for this versatile product: DIY Slime! Here’s how to do […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/diy-slime/feed/ 1 14046 10 Ways to Save More & Waste Less https://cleanmyspace.com/10-ways-to-save-more-waste-less/ https://cleanmyspace.com/10-ways-to-save-more-waste-less/#comments Sun, 16 Jul 2017 07:59:17 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=11779 Everyone loves saving money. I don’t like to generalize, but I’ve never heard someone say “nah, throw that money down the drain!”. Yet, that’s exactly what I was doing when I used to use too much product when cleaning, or when I didn’t know how to take care of my cleaning tools. Since you probably want […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/10-ways-to-save-more-waste-less/feed/ 16 11779 5 Safe, Natural DIY Cleaners! Replace Toxic Products In Your Home! https://cleanmyspace.com/5-safe-natural-diy-cleaners-replace-toxic-products-in-your-home/ https://cleanmyspace.com/5-safe-natural-diy-cleaners-replace-toxic-products-in-your-home/#comments Sat, 22 Apr 2017 07:41:29 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=13034 Many of you comment about not wanting to use toxic cleaning products in your home. And for obvious reasons; they smell, are dangerous to have around the house, and the DIY alternatives are safer and in most cases, just as effective. Here are 5 of the very worst offenders for toxic cleaners and how to […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/5-safe-natural-diy-cleaners-replace-toxic-products-in-your-home/feed/ 17 13034 6 Extraordinary Uses for Ordinary Things! https://cleanmyspace.com/6-extraordinary-uses-for-ordinary-things-feat-thrive/ https://cleanmyspace.com/6-extraordinary-uses-for-ordinary-things-feat-thrive/#comments Mon, 06 Mar 2017 23:21:20 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=12309 You have probably heard the term upcycle, basically, it means to reuse something in a creative way. I am obsessed with upcycling because it means I get to turn something I would normally toss out, into something useful. It’s good for the environment and your wallet. If you are looking for some easy upcycles for […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/6-extraordinary-uses-for-ordinary-things-feat-thrive/feed/ 2 12309 My 5 Best Cleaning Tips! https://cleanmyspace.com/my-5-best-cleaning-tips/ https://cleanmyspace.com/my-5-best-cleaning-tips/#comments Sat, 25 Feb 2017 16:14:36 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=12168 Picking my all time best cleaning tips is a tall order, but I’ve narrowed it down to the most effective and handy tips I know. All-Purpose Cleaner I know when you look in the cleaning aisle, you see so many different products and you’re trying to figure out: “Which one do I need for what […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/my-5-best-cleaning-tips/feed/ 18 12168 DIY Poo Pourri Bathroom Spray! https://cleanmyspace.com/diy-poo-spray/ Mon, 29 Feb 2016 21:26:27 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=7812 You’ve likely seen the commercials with that sassy English lady speaking in a very classy manner about the unsavory topic of bathroom duties…err..dooties (with plenty of poop jokes to go around). The stuff works, no question about it. But rather than spending your hard earned money on something you’ll literally flush down the toilet, why […]

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]]> 7812 Hand Sanitizer – Day 31 – 31 Days of DIY Cleaners https://cleanmyspace.com/hand-sanitizer/ https://cleanmyspace.com/hand-sanitizer/#comments Thu, 31 Dec 2015 16:00:09 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=7159 If you love the idea of hand sanitizer but want to make your own, try this gentle and moisturizing (and great smelling) solution.  Store in a squeeze bottle and keep in your purse, car, diaper bag or wherever you think you’ll need it! 2/3 cup Rubbing Alcohol (at least 91%, preferrably 99%) 1/3 cup Aloe […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/hand-sanitizer/feed/ 6 7159 Mildew Eraser – Day 30 – 31 Days of DIY Cleaners https://cleanmyspace.com/mildew-eraser/ https://cleanmyspace.com/mildew-eraser/#comments Wed, 30 Dec 2015 18:00:51 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=7149 If mildew is a problem in the bathroom, there’s a simple solution you can apply to the affected area to eliminate it.  The combination is quite powerful! 1/2 cup borax 1 1/2 cup white vinegar Create a paste, and apply to the affected area.  Scrub with a cleaning toothbrush and rinse well.  For stubborn stains, […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/mildew-eraser/feed/ 6 7149 Rust Remover – Day 29 – 31 Days of DIY Cleaners https://cleanmyspace.com/rust-remover/ https://cleanmyspace.com/rust-remover/#comments Tue, 29 Dec 2015 19:17:21 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=7151 If you notice a little rust spot, tackle it as soon as you can!  Also, the item which got rusty needs to be hand washed and dried as opposed to exposed to moisture to avoid oxidization. 1 teaspoon salt  1/2 fresh lime  Rub the rusty area with the lime flesh to moisten it, and then […]

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