Housecleaning Hacks From the Pros: Clever, Genius, and Just Plain Brilliant

These expert cleaning hacks will make you wonder why nobody told you sooner.
Housecleaning Hacks From the Pros: Clever, Genius, and Just Plain Brilliant
Lemon is more than a zesty fruit, it's a great cleaning agent. Igisheva Maria/Shutterstock
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Over the years, I’ve picked up my fair share of housecleaning tricks—some from sheer trial and error, others from seasoned professionals who make scrubbing and tidying look like an art form. The best cleaning hacks aren’t just about getting things spotless; they’re about getting there cheaper, better, faster, and without pulling a muscle.

So if you’re tired of scrubbing endlessly or hunting for that one miracle product that promises the impossible, let me introduce you to the housecleaning hacks I’ve learned from the real experts—professional housekeepers. These are the tricks that make you wonder why nobody told you sooner.

The Pillowcase Ceiling Fan Trick

Slip a pillowcase over each blade of your ceiling fan, then slowly pull it off while pressing lightly.
Mary Hunt
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