March 31, 2008

Spring Cleaning Products – What Works For You?

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John Trosko Los Angeles Professional Organizer

Spring cleaning is here. Are you feeling it?

Spring cleaning is all about organizing, but it’s about cleaning, too. There are some key items to start the cleaning process and we found a great products list on the All You Magazine website, Wal-Mart’s magazine for value-conscious women. But these products are suitable for both men and women and they will work whether you live in an 800-square foot Venice Beach apartment, or a 10,000-square foot landmark mansion in Pasadena on South Orange Grove Boulevard.

All-purpose cleaner
Floor cleaner
Carpet cleaner
Wood cleaner
Furniture polish
Carpet deodorizer
Fabric refresher
Oven cleaner
Mold-and-mildew remover
Disinfecting wipes
Glass cleaner
Abrasive cleaner
Toilet-bowl cleaner
Bleach
Vacuum cleaner
Mop
Broom
Heavy-duty garbage bags
Paper towels
Microfiber cloths
Rubber gloves
Old toothbrush
Squeegee
Bucket
Sponges
Scrubbing brush
Duster
Stepladder

Check out All You Magazine and their Spring Cleaning Checklist

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If you’ve recently set up a home, or are embarking on spring cleaning, what tips can you share with us?

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7 responses to “Spring Cleaning Products – What Works For You?”

March 31, 2008

marilyn

I think the old toothbrush is one of my favorite cleaning tools. I can get in tight spots and get things looking spick and span in no time.
My Spring cleaning/organizing tip is to not wait until Spring, keep up with it month by month so it isn’t such a burden.

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April 7, 2008

karli

I must say I LOVE cleaning products! But as I tried many products over the years I found out they dont always work they way you would expect. My mother swore by white vinegar. I just recently tried this on a tough shower door and was amazed at the results – it works!!

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April 10, 2008

Ariane Benefit

I am also a big fan of the toothbrush and I would add the Qtip, and my newest favorite – the Magic Eraser. It cleans even the grimiest keyboards, fridge handles and so much more. Even gets tape residue off!

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June 23, 2010

Green Cleaning

When it comes to cleaning products, we should choose those environmental friendly which made up of natural ingredients. It will not only helps the environment but it will also keep our family’s health safe.

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April 1, 2015

twitter.com/JanetBarclay

I hired a cleaning service after adopting a dog who sheds and discovering how much extra work that entails. It was probably one of the smartest decisions I’ve ever made! I spend less time cleaning my home and more time enjoying it, and because they bring all their own supplies, the cost is partially offset by all the vacuum cleaner bags, garbage bags and cleaning products I haven’t had to buy!

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April 8, 2015

Seana Turner

Do I have to wear the dress when I’m cleaning, John? My tip is to clean the kitchen by working on one drawer each day. Take it all out, wipe it clean, purge, reload. Cleaning a whole kitchen is overwhelming, but maybe a drawer a day (while watching a favorite show?) makes it easy:)

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April 8, 2015

Ellen Delap

My favorite products are the Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day. I love the smell!
My tip for cleaning is to delegate. I love knowing that my cleaning lady is there when I am out working. It’s not for everyone, but my cleaning lady does a better job in one day than I do.

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