No, you are not the only one. I, in fact, don’t like vacuum lines at all. It drives me crazy when the lines are all over the place. I know that I will get hate for this, but I like “destroying” vacuum lines. Sorry to everyone who loves vacuum lines
12:53. There is third con to the microfiber cloths… they release huge amounts of microplastics into the general environment (when cleaning) and when they’re laundered, huge amounts of microplastics are released into the waterways (public water cleaning systems have yet to implement a solution). Some “solutions” (other than not using them) are to use a “Coral” ball thrown into the washing machine with them and it acts like a collector or a “guppy,” tightly woven mesh bag in which one can put the microfiber cloths and their synthetic/blended clothing items. Or buying what’s called Swedish dishcloths which are a like a thick, long lasting paper towel. They can be microwaved and put in the top rack of a dishwasher, very clever and eco-friendly little things.
THIS! I just learned this. We do so much harm to ourselves without even realizing it through the products we use. I'm going to check out the guppy you suggested.
There are alternatives to microfiber which work. However they are hard to find sometime poorly made. For example there are cotton wash bags for delicate, and lambwool duster which attract dust. You have to gently wash the lambwool in appropriate product by hand. To get taps shinny uses an old towel to dry bathes showers etc and puff the chrome etc.
Thank you! I've only heard people rave about the microfiber cloths. I hate them. Your information about them is appreciated. I didn't know they were bad for the environment. I only use them to wipe electronics. I keep them in a zip lock bag and don't need to wash them. The Swedish dishcloths, LOVE them. Easy to rinse out wring dry and they don't get stinky. I have a bag of old dinner napkins they don't have lint and are great for glass and appliances. No need to use paper towels. I have a third bag of old waffle weave dish cloths that I use for toilets only.
I love my Rainbow vacuum, very durable and all the dirt it suctions goes to the water tank. It cleans very very well, as well. Then, I just use a pair of gloves to clean the tank. I have my Rainbow vacuum for more than 20 years.
Vacuum Tip. Do not wrap the cord too tightly. Stress over time on the plastic will induce cracks and eventually expose the electrical wire. Not pretty, but I opt for a loose wrap.
My friend used to have to have perfect vacuums lines in her carpet , too stressful and who Cares ? You want it clean but you want to be able to use the room !
Another great video! I was lucky to learn about dark floors with a rental, so I avoid them with my own homes. However, it has made me a bit lazy with regard to cleaning because the lighter floors do such a good job of hiding dust and dirt.
Great tips! Thanks a lot. Just as an idea and of course a challenge that I have, it would be also good to teach us about different floor materials and what's the right way and product to clean them. Thanks again. You are adorable 💕
16:26 For the other verbophiles out there, Febreze did not coin the term "noseblind." I'm reasonably sure I read it in an Arthur Conan Doyle novel, when Sherlock Holmes was using a bloodhound and the villain's trail was masked with creosote. Alexa informs me that would have The Missing Three-Quarter, which was published in 1904. Now I feel compelled to re-read the story to see if I remembered correctly. 🤔
I do not enjoy vacuuming at all, but I enjoy my space being clean, so I vacuum. Maybe my next vacuum will be cordless, and that will be somewhat more tolerable. 😊
I find the letter openers that are the size of a business card with a protected razor edge are great for hair and thread. Sharper than a seam ripper and the pointy piece gets under and lifts easily.
Hi, damp dusting is helpful and vacuum cleaners with a hepa filter to help reduce the problem, I'm also allergic to dust and other stuff 😅. Good luck. ❤
Great vlog Melissa. I used my old Upright Dyson which I got in 2005 yesterday. I can’t believe how heavy and cumbersome it was compared to the cordless version. It’s on its last legs unfortunately but it managed to hoover up some dust left by a construction worker ! Not going to jeopardise my cordless hoover for that job!
IDK why but I’m finding your videos less and less useful. It just seems like content, for the sake of content. Edit. After the vacuum stuff… it was much better.
I hated vacuuming, so I vacuumed super rarely (ashamed to say how rarely). But then I bought the Dyson gen5, and I absolutely love it! So easy when you don't have to drag a big vacuum and deal with the cord! Plus the power it has, love it!
that is astounding! You don‘t shed skin cells? While you are wearing textiles or rolling in them while you sleep thus breaking off fine filaments of fabric? you never open your windows to let fine dusts from all around the world in?
I hate dwell time ☹️. The dollar store spik and span is great but I read the back label of instructions and it says to let it sit 10 MINUTES! 😳 Little by little I will eventually be patient enough to actually wait..... someday 😊.
Toothpaste, use a damp cloth; it's all gone. No product is required. Again, if you have a porous or delicate surface, a lightly wet cloth like an old cotton flannel works well. Gently wipe away the mess
Disinfecting sounds really good and after COVID people used disinfecting wipes everywhere. The problem is the surface door handle or bench does not stay pristine gem free. 10 minutes they are back. Unless you have a clean room which stops air getting in and thereby decreasing bugs entering you should aim for clean
Hi, I tried using microfiber, but I find that it usually gets messed up with pets hair (I have 2 heavy shedders at home) and I always go back to paper towels because of that very reason. It simply transfer them to surfaces when the microfibers are wet too... Any tips for that?
I hated vacuuming - until I bought 2 vacuums. Just the thought of carrying this 20 pound machine up even a few stairs - caused me to avoid the entire task as much as possible. Years later (I'm a bit slow) I bought a second vacuum for the upstairs. I still don't like vacuuming - but at least I don't hate it anymore.
What vacuum do you recommend that is best for all types of hair and dust ? What kind of vacuum do you have ? Please help . Trying to invest in my first vacuum best for vinyl floors . Or a variety. Please and thank you so much ! @Cleanmyspace
omg I'm so glad you posted this before I get new floors! I'm literally always barefoot and I make everyone take their shoes off before they come in so most of my friends are too. I wasn't sure I was a light floor girlie but I absolutely will be if it means I don't have to start wearing slippers when it's not freezing 🤣
BTW, I have the Makers Clean little scrubby cloths. Seriously, they are brilliant on my non-stick pan that I spent a lot of money on and baby because I want it function well.
I hate vacuuming, the worst aspect is the noise. It will be much better if Mr Dyson invents the silent ( or very very quiet vacuum cleaner. Then if I get a cleaning urge ( extremely rare) I need not worry about disturbing others especially during antisocial hours. I find once I start on my hated task I do a very thorough clean moving furniture etc.
Same. I chose my vacuum cleaner mostly for the fewer decibels - I could filter that spec in the online shop. It is a corded one but I have a small one-level apartment so it's fine. It is a very compact model. Plus I don't like all those battery-operated appliances that are constantly (over)charging and using a lot of energy. Don't mind vacuuming as much now that I hardly hear any noise!
I don’t mind vacuuming, but Ali have a big, heavy plug-in Dyson. I would like to invest in a new cordless vacuum, but I have a little pile in my rugs and I’m not sure what cordless vacuum will handle a small amount of of pile. Melissa, or anyone in the comment section, has a recommendation, please share. Thank you for the cleaning recommendations and ideas.
I highly recommend a cordless Dyson or Shark. The freedom from the cord is life changing. Remember those commercials when we were growing up- the lady would be cleaning and say this made cleaning fun! And now she loves cleaning? Well that is life with a good cordless vacuum.
The cord length isn’t a problem, it reaches far. It’s the weight of the vacuum itself. I will still use my regular vacuum, I just want a cordless that will work on my short pile for daily touch ups. Thanks for the suggestions.
Its so hard, i really like cleaning, that includes vacuuming - even though i have a vacuum with a cord, lol (once I've started) but I'm so bad at keeping the house tidy so i have to find motivation for that first 🥲 and i hate it
Living with the terror of democracy becoming a concept of the past to the south, then everywhere on the planet, I escape to these great videos. Please remove the Canadian political ads. They're not objective. Thanks!
Cleaning is mundane. I don’t have a choice since I am a single dad. Boohoo I got extra room out here in the country if you have a cute sister that wants to move in with me.
