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Remove pet hair -

An easy way to remove pet hair from your couch is to wrap some double-sided duct tape around a paint brush and use it as a kind of lint roller.

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Cleaning up broken glass -

Use a flashlight when doing so. The light will reflect on the tiny pieces of glass you might miss.

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Clean blinds -

An easy way to clean blinds is to attach rags at the ends of kitchen tongues. You can use twist ties or elastic bands to secure them to each side. This way you'll clean both sides of the blinds at once!

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Get rid of grime -

What's better than a toothbrush? An electric toothbrush, of course. The vibration and rotation allows you to scour off grime with less effort.

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Cleaning faucets -

Using an electric toothbrush to clean faucets is not the only trick in the book. After you've cleaned them, you can apply car wax. They will look great!

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Clean inside bottles, jars, and other narrow-necked objects -

The trick? Aquarium gravel. Fill one-third of it with water, add some gravel, and then just shake and stir it!

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Clean mineral buildup on your shower -

After you clean things up, there is one hack that can help you keep the shower door cleaner for longer: coating it with an auto-glass treatment that is usually applied on windshields.

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Clean your microwave naturally - Just slice up a lemon and place it in a bowl with water. Microwave it in full power for a minute.

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Clean your microwave naturally - Let the steam do its job, and after a few minutes open the microwave. You'll see how easy it is to clean.

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Switch to synthetic soap -

Many of the soaps on the market are not actually made of soap. These are less likely to leave residue, making your bathroom easier to clean.

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Remove shoe scuff marks -

If you have vinyl flooring, the easiest way to 'erase' these is by rubbing a tennis ball on the area.

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Eliminate stains -

Sometimes marble and plastic in our kitchen gets stained and regular cleaning products won't do the trick. The solution? Leave a rag soaked in bleach overnight. You can repeat the process if the stain doesn't disappear completely.

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Clean under the rim -

Sometimes the toilet rinse holes get clogged up with mineral deposits, affecting the flushing. Use a mirror and a bent coat hanger to poke the holes and clean them up.

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Dust your ceiling fan easily -

You'll need a pole with a paint roller and a couple of dryer sheets. Just wrap the sheets around the roller and secure them with elastic bands.

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Fill countertop gaps -

How annoying is it when crumbs, papers, and other stuff falls through the gaps of your countertop? One way to avoid this is to fill the gaps with clear tubing.

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Get rid of the mop bucket -

Sometimes all you need is a a spray bottle filled with your favorite cleaning product diluted in water and a microfiber mop.

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Furniture polish alternative -

Using a microfiber cloth will actually do a better job in keeping your furniture dust-free for longer.

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Clean knickknacks the easy way -

Instead of using a cloth, why not just put on your cotton gardening gloves and dust all the small stuff?

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Cleaning spills -

If you spill oil or something else that's not easily cleaned up with a mop, then the trick is to use sawdust. It will soak up the liquid and make it a lot easier to clean.

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Clean walls -

Want an easy way to clean up dust and cobwebs on your walls? Use a floor sweeper.

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A hot rag is your friend -

You'll be able to clean off grease from kitchen cabinets and other surfaces easily by using a hot rag. Just damp one and put it in the microwave until hot.

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Freshen up your fridge -

Does your fridge smell? Get rid of bad odors by wrapping some charcoal in newspaper and placing it inside your fridge.

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Freshen up your fridge - Another easy way to get rid of bad odors in your fridge is to use coffee. Just place a bowl of coffee grains in your fridge and let it do its job.

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Toilet seat -

This is one of the hardest things to clean. You can make your life easier by simply installing a detachable toilet seat.

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Clean hard-water buildup on your faucet - Just put half a lemon in a small plastic bag and place it at the end of the faucet. Use a rubber band to secure the bag. Wait a few hours and voilá!

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Leave your shoes outside -

This is more of a preventative measure, but one that so many people don't take. This can drastically help keeping your house clean.

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Don't forget your doormat -

When was the last time you cleaned your doormat? This is an often overlooked thing we've all been guilty of. Doing so will help keep your home cleaner for longer.

Sources: (The Family Handyman) 

See also: Is your home making you sick?

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