All the Ways You Can Mop (but Don’t Mop)
Raquel is much cooler than we think. If you don’t have a nozzle for cleaning mirrors and windows, buy it right now. Congratulations, once you have it, you’ve just opened up a whole world of new cleaning possibilities. Here are some bonus ways you can decorate your home with this bad boy.
Wipe shower after every use
My boyfriend keeps a small mop on a hook in the shower and insists on wiping down the glass after every rinse. Did I make fun of it when it started? Of course I did. Was he thinking at all? Yes he was. According to Glass.com , doing this every day for 30 seconds significantly reduces the humidity in the shower, which in turn reduces the frequency and intensity of glass cleaning. There’s simply less room for mold and mildew to form, and the glass always looks clear.
Easy to grab pet hair
There are tools designed to remove pet hair from carpets and upholstery, but if you have a small scraper, you won’t need it. According to the Gluessticks & Gumdrops blog , these devices work great at removing lint and hair from your soft surfaces so you can pile it up and then vacuum it up. Need more proof? Check out the photo posted by Redditor where they were able to remove pet hair from their carpet with a single mop session.
Sweep glass and other debris
Another genius idea was posted on the same blog: instead of using a broom to collect glass, the next time you break something, use a mop. There is no chance that small slivers will slip through the holes in the bristles if you don’t use the bristles at all. Collect all the pieces in a dust bag for a safe and easy solution to a risky mess.
Fast counter clearing
Depending on what your counter is made of, cleaning up spills in a timely manner is very important. Granite and marble , for example, are porous so spills soak up quickly , and some countertops have a sealant that can degrade with prolonged exposure to chemicals. Clean up spills quickly with a mop to keep them looking their best.