Share

6 random cleaning tips for when you’re seriously lazy

accreditation

Made an awesome milkshake/smoothie, but too lazy to scrub out the blender? Or even to disassemble it and place it in the dishwasher? This blog recommends rinsing the blender immediately after use, filling it with warm, soapy water and then turning it on for 10 – 30 seconds. Voila!

Speaking of dishwashers, you can use it to clean SO much more than you ever thought. Realsimple.com lists 22 things (like tools, gumboots, fan grilles, mouth guards and light fixture covers) you never knew were perfectly safe in the dishwasher, as well as 13 things you should avoid washing in your dishwasher.

Hate having to clean the shower once all that soap scum and grime have set in? This tip will make cleaning the shower so easy you’ll wonder why you ever did it any differently. Homemakers Daily recommends spraying a no-wipe cleaner on the walls after every shower. It apparently works like a charm.

If your showerhead is filled with gunk, or needs a bit of a spit polish, Lifehacker suggests tying a bag of vinegar around it, then leave it overnight and...BOOM! Clean showerhead.

Get smart cleaning gadgets to do the cleaning for you. Like this remote control mop, or these cleaning slippers that pick up dust while you walk around the house; or any of the other awesome stuff on this list.

Clean your microwave by just using a lemon, a small microwave-friendly bowl filled with water and a dish rag. The Kitchn says it’s as simple as slicing the lemon in half, squeezing the juice into the bowl, and then putting it into the microwave for just 3 minutes. Then let it stand for 5 minutes and wipe clean. Easy, isn’t it?

Do you have any other clever tips? Tell us in the box below.

Follow Women24 on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

We live in a world where facts and fiction get blurred
Who we choose to trust can have a profound impact on our lives. Join thousands of devoted South Africans who look to News24 to bring them news they can trust every day. As we celebrate 25 years, become a News24 subscriber as we strive to keep you informed, inspired and empowered.
Join News24 today
heading
description
username
Show Comments ()
Editorial feedback and complaints

Contact the public editor with feedback for our journalists, complaints, queries or suggestions about articles on News24.

LEARN MORE