cleaning tips and tricks Archives - Clean My Space Trusted Cleaning Advice Since 2009 Fri, 02 Jun 2023 14:38:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 196764485 How To Clean A Self-Cleaning Oven: 7 Kitchen Cleaning Tips https://cleanmyspace.com/how-to-clean-a-self-cleaning-oven/ https://cleanmyspace.com/how-to-clean-a-self-cleaning-oven/#comments Wed, 19 Feb 2020 02:48:00 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=6515 A self-cleaning oven, i.e., the holy grail of appliances! Wouldn’t it be great if all our appliances were self-cleaning? I could retire from Clean My Space, and we could all kick our feet up and watch Netflix all the time. Sadly, this isn’t the case. And a lot of you have a lot of questions […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/how-to-clean-a-self-cleaning-oven/feed/ 21 6515 My Daily Kitchen Cleaning Routine https://cleanmyspace.com/my-daily-kitchen-cleaning-routine/ https://cleanmyspace.com/my-daily-kitchen-cleaning-routine/#comments Mon, 04 Jan 2016 18:51:34 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=6495 The other day I was standing in my kitchen after we had eaten dinner (I get to rest while my husband cleans up), and I was just marveling at how messy the kitchen got.  I had vacuumed the floors that morning and we started with a clean kitchen, yet after my masterpiece veggie burger and […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/my-daily-kitchen-cleaning-routine/feed/ 26 6495 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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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/rust-remover/feed/ 2 7151 Heavy Duty Exterior Window Cleaner – Day 19 – 31 Days of DIY Cleaners https://cleanmyspace.com/heavy-duty-window-cleaner/ Sun, 20 Dec 2015 00:10:29 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=7015 Sometimes, grimy windows require a next level solution.  Use what professional window cleaners use by mixing up this easy solution in a bucket and head outside with your double sided squeegee to make quick work of exterior windows. 1 cup of white vinegar 1 gallon of hot water 1 teaspoon dish soap Mix well in […]

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]]> 7015 Soap Scum Remover – Day 15 – 31 Days of DIY Cleaners https://cleanmyspace.com/soap-scum-buster/ https://cleanmyspace.com/soap-scum-buster/#comments Tue, 15 Dec 2015 19:00:45 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=7017 Soap scum is that icky grey stuff which forms on tubs and tiles after you’ve showered.  It is a combination of body oils, hard water and oils from soap and shampoos.  This slurry sits in your tub and shower, dries, and sticks to any surface.  Purchasing tub and tile cleaner can be around $5-$6 and […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/soap-scum-buster/feed/ 10 7017 Glass & Window Cleaner: 31 Days of DIY Cleaners (Day 13) https://cleanmyspace.com/glass-mirror-cleaner/ https://cleanmyspace.com/glass-mirror-cleaner/#comments Sun, 13 Dec 2015 15:58:01 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=7013 Glass cleaner and window cleaner don’t have to be your something blue to work well. It doesn’t even have to be your something new, well, not new from a store. In fact, store-bought glass cleaner and window cleaner cost approximately $4, while DIY window and glass cleaner can cost pennies and be made with ingredients […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/glass-mirror-cleaner/feed/ 11 7013 Cleaning Ink, Marker & Crayon Stains! https://cleanmyspace.com/cleaning-ink-marker-crayon-stains/ Wed, 19 Aug 2015 20:58:39 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=6769 As part of our Back to School series, I’ll show you how to clean ink, marker and crayon stains. Remember to always treat a stain as soon as possible, since the faster you tackle it, the more likely you are to get rid of it. Also, when removing stains from clothes or other fabrics, make […]

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]]> 6769 How to Cut Your Cleaning Time! https://cleanmyspace.com/how-to-cut-your-cleaning-time/ https://cleanmyspace.com/how-to-cut-your-cleaning-time/#comments Tue, 30 Jun 2015 20:47:35 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=6509 If you want to learn my armchair cleaning secrets, you’re in for a treat!  I’ve figured out ways to be lazier and get more cleaned.  You’re going to love this! Don’t forget to check out Maker’s Clean line of premium products. From microfiber cloths to the Maker’s Mop, they have a great line of high-quality […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/how-to-cut-your-cleaning-time/feed/ 11 6509 Clean Your (Non-Self Cleaning) Oven! https://cleanmyspace.com/clean-your-oven/ https://cleanmyspace.com/clean-your-oven/#respond Tue, 30 Jun 2015 20:04:14 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=6505 Cleaning an oven naturally is actually quite simple and we have had great success with the following techniques that require nothing more than some eco-friendly solutions and some elbow grease. Lemon and other citrus oils are great natural degreasers, and you can clean your oven—especially convection ovens—with just two lemons and a little effort. Cut […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/clean-your-oven/feed/ 0 6505 Packing and Unpacking for Small Spaces https://cleanmyspace.com/smallspaces-3/ https://cleanmyspace.com/smallspaces-3/#respond Tue, 30 Jun 2015 19:50:21 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=6501 When moving into a small space, the thought can be overwhelming if you are downsizing or moving out on your own for the first time.  Either way, we’ll cover off how to pack and unpack for a smooth move. For premium microfiber cloths, check out Maker’s Clean Cloth Bundle, on sale now! 1) Declutter BEFORE […]

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]]> https://cleanmyspace.com/smallspaces-3/feed/ 0 6501 Small Spaces: Weekly Cleaning Routine! https://cleanmyspace.com/weekly-cleaning-routine/ https://cleanmyspace.com/weekly-cleaning-routine/#comments Tue, 30 Jun 2015 19:26:26 +0000 https://cmscom.wpengine.com/?p=6498 One of the most requested articles we get at Clean My Space is cleaning routines. Large spaces and small spaces warrant totally different cleaning routines. And then, there are differences between daily cleaning routines, weekly cleaning routines, and monthly cleaning routines.  Today we’re getting into the ultimate guide to cleaning routines for small spaces. So […]

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