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Cleaning baseboards is one of those tedious tasks that most of us try to put off for as long as possible. They cover the entire perimeter of the room and since they cover the floor, you have to bend down or get on all fours to scrub them. This makes cleaning not only time-consuming, but also quite tedious, especially if you have to reach behind the furniture and move objects to get to it. If you find it difficult to find the energy to clean and therefore have to live with visible dust and dirt, it's time to simplify the process.
If you are looking for an easy way to clean baseboards, investing in a dedicated baseboard cleaning tool is a great option. These tools are specifically designed to remove dust and dirt easily and with little effort on your part. Many of them are equipped with telescopic handles so you don't have to bend down. Others use electricity or batteries to increase the power of the scrubber, eliminating the need for scrubbing. And some are very simple in design but make removing dirt much easier than using a microfiber cloth. Below you will find an overview of tools that make cleaning your baseboards easier.
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Use a mop with a contour cleaning head
Flat mops are practical because they are very easy to use. Simply place a microfiber cloth or disposable cloth on the flat side and wipe the floor clean immediately. Although they can easily handle everything from hardwood to tile, these mops aren't ideal for baseboards because they can't bend around the decorative grooves and grooves. However, what if you had a tool that looked like a flat mop but had a contour cleaning head? This is where Delux Store's baseboard cleaning tools come into play.
This tool has a movable flap on its head that leaves a dent in the mop. Simply lift it up, place one of the microfiber mops on the head, and then wipe it across the baseboards. The tap removes dust and hair stuck to the top of the socket. Although you can use this dry mop to pick up light dust, it may need a little more power if it has been more than a month since you last cleaned the surface. Like a Swiffer, you can simply dampen the microfiber cloth so that it absorbs particles better, saving you the hassle of scrubbing. For very difficult areas such as baseboards in the kitchen where grease residue may remain, add a baseboard degreasing product such as: E.g. Rejuvenate Cabinet and Furniture Cleaner .
For darker stains, try using an electric roller brush.
If you have a lot of dirt built up on your baseboards, cleaning may require a little extra elbow grease. Whether your dog has mud on your fur or your kids spilled dinner on it, sometimes you need something sturdier than just a mop. Use an electric toothbrush to tire out your arm. This tool will change the way you clean your home forever . However, you don't want just any brushroll, you want one with an extendable bar that eliminates the need to bend or kneel.
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An example of this is the Sweepulire electric spin washer . It has a telescopic handle that allows you to adjust the tool to your height. The scrub brush also rotates at a 90-degree angle, allowing easy access to the nooks and crannies of your baseboards. The device has two different speeds: 300 rpm (low speed) for regular cleaning and 400 rpm (high speed) for more stubborn stains and deposits. Additionally, the brush has 8 different head options so you can choose the one that gets the job done best.
Take on the big fish on a steamboat
A power brush is great for most messes, but what if you're moving to a new apartment and the baseboards haven't been cleaned in years? Or what if you have a busy schedule and haven't had time for a deep cleaning in months? For very dirty areas, a steamer is a good option. It releases moist heat into the floorboards, softening deposits and making cleaning easier. Once it is moistened, you can simply take a paper towel or microfiber cloth and wipe off the residue. Although this method requires you to kneel or crouch unlike other options, no scrubbing is required.
A great option for this is the BISSELL Steam Shot OmniReach Portable Steam Cleaner . It pumps out 1000 watts of vapor and you can control the intensity of the explosion with the trigger. Since steam not only cleans but also disinfects, the use of cleaning agents is not necessary and it is a chemical-free solution. In addition, the steamer comes with 10 different accessories. This range not only allows you to choose the best tool for your specific skirting boards, but also the right accessories for other dirty areas of your home, such as patio door tracks.
For a quick clean, try a grooved sponge.
If your baseboards have no buildup and are just dusty, you may not want to worry about connecting steamers or taking out scouring pads. All you need is a tool that can quickly slide over the baseboards and pick up all the dust. This is what ribbed sponges are designed for. Its patterns adapt perfectly to the contours of a baseboard and sweep away any hair and particles found there. Plus, fluted sponges are reusable, making them a more economical option than a paper towel.
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An example of such a tool is the Jeymei Store Wet Duster Sponge . To use the sponge, simply wet it with water and then wipe it over the floorboards. Hair and dust rise with it. Once it's dirty, run it under the faucet to remove the residue and start cleaning again. Additionally, while cleaning these decorative details, you can quickly wipe this sponge over vents, railings, and window tracks. And at less than $10 for a set of four, it's by far the most affordable tool you can try.
Grab a Swiffer Duster
If you clean your baseboards once a week or every two weeks, you probably won't need a heavy appliance like a steamer or electric brush. Only light dust and hair buildup will form on these surfaces, so something simple like a Swiffer wand will do the trick. However, you don't want to bend or kneel to complete the task. Be sure to invest in a Swiffer feather duster with a longer handle. One such example is the Swiffer Duster Heavy-Duty 3-Foot Extendable Handle , which costs less than $10.
This Swiffer feather duster features a 3-foot handle so you can slide it along baseboards without having to bend or stoop. This set also includes three of the brand's powerful feather dusters, which help capture more allergens and dust than their traditional counterparts. In fact, the brand claims that these attachments remove up to 95% of pet hair and dust mites and capture three times more dust than a regular feather duster. Simply run the tool over any baseboards and any dust or light debris will remove any nicks and crevices.
Read the original article in House Digest .
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