Every woman strives to keep her home clean and tidy because a clean home is her vision as a housewife. And an expression of respect for herself and her loved ones. But even the most pristine home has its secrets – and we’ll reveal them now.

The little secrets of a clean home are hidden in the details. Those details give cosiness and completeness to the interior. The exact details that women choose with their proverbial hesitation and meticulousness. And because of their aesthetic function, these decorative elements often do not receive the necessary hygienic attention. And this is the biggest mistake of most modern housewives. Fascinated by the hectic daily life, they find time only for the primary responsibilities of maintaining the home and doing more thorough cleaning no more than once a month.

No matter how hard she tries to make her home look fantastic, every woman will feel uncomfortable when some dirty secrets come to light. Because this usually happens at the most inopportune moment. To save yourself unpleasant emotions, do not forget to clean your home every few weeks thoroughly.

THE PILLOWS

Many housewives forget to wash the pillows in their homes. And over time, this can begin to affect not only good sleep but also health. Foam and synthetic pillows can be machine washed, apart from coloured laundry and a slower program unless explicitly stated on their labels.
In contrast, you must wash feather pillows by hand. Otherwise, you will destroy them. Immerse them in warm water mixed with washing powder, and when soaked abundantly, gently mash them. Discard the dirty water and press the pillow down to squeeze the maximum amount of water. Wrap them in a dry towel (to prevent them from tearing) and put them on a short program in the washing machine.

Keep in mind that the functionality of a pillow is between 3 and 5 years. It gradually deforms and begins to affect the quality of your sleep.

THE WINDOWS

Washing windows is one of the most unpleasant household chores. Tiring and time-consuming, window washing is often left in the background precisely because of its distasteful nature. Here are some tips and tricks.
Washing windows is usually part of the big spring cleaning and is the most tiring. For women living in a house with French windows or a modern building with a “glass” wall, this procedure is challenging.

Some housewives recommend washing windows in light cloudy weather. In sunny weather, the windows dry faster and often leave water traces. Also, when the sun is shining, there is a greater chance that you will not see any remaining spots.

And the longer the day, the more light you will want to enter the premises. Of course, the glass should be clean and friendly. But many housewives make one major mistake: they try to wash the windows in the hot sun. However, direct sunlight causes the detergent to evaporate quickly before you can wipe it well. Thus, those unpleasant blurred traces remain on the windows, especially clear during the day.

In addition, many housewives prefer to wash the windows “by hand”, while others use a long brush with a sponge at the end on one side and an eraser on the other to wipe the water. This wiper makes window cleaning significantly faster, but if the tire is slightly worn, you may inadvertently smear them. In addition, a common problem is water that the tire scrapes begin to flow down, and if you do not prepare a container, it can leave stains on the floor and walls.

Many women trust the old and proven method – washing windows with a towel. It is best to be made of soft fabric, such as microfibre, so there is no danger of smudging the glass. Some housewives add a few drops of apple cider vinegar for more shine.
The best time to wash windows is early morning or evening when the windows have cooled. Touch them – if you feel them warm, you have to wait. First, apply the product with a slightly damp sponge over the window. Then wipe it with a chamois, washing it after each move.

THE CURTAINS

Light curtains (usually with a decorative function) are easy to maintain – you can wash them by hand or in the washing machine. But heavy curtains (usually plush or velvet) regularly create care for the hosts. Their fluffy fabric collects a lot of dust. But there is an easy way to deal with this problem. Soak a chamois in warm water, gently squeeze it and run lightly along the curtain. You can first pick up the dust with a vacuum cleaner or a soft bristle brush, but you risk it spreading around the room.

THE UPHOLSTERY

To freshen upholstered furniture, use a vacuum cleaner – set it to a higher speed and use a narrow nozzle to clean. Do not forget the corners and sides of the cushions of upholstered furniture and the frame under them.

If you need to use a detergent for the upholstery to remove a stain of unknown origin, never apply the product before testing its effect on the fabric. Sometimes unpleasant chemical reactions occur that can destroy your furniture.

Do you have a pet? It is only natural that the upholstery absorbs its smell. Sprinkle with baking soda and leave for about 15 minutes, then vacuum. With leather upholstery, it will be much harder for you – you will not be able to erase the traces of nails permanently, but with a cotton swab soaked in oil, you can do wonders on dark skin. Just smear the damaged areas, but do not apply this trick to furniture with light leather upholstery.

KITCHEN CABINETS

The cleaning methods largely depend on the material. Cabinets can be made of wood, metal or other material. Cleaning them is not always a pleasant and easy task, but their good appearance benefits the whole kitchen.

Although they are the most common, wood panels are the most susceptible to contamination. Most preparations do not help them. In addition, they should not get too wet not to swell.
Mix a little water with vinegar or baking soda to clean wooden cabinets. These mixtures work wonders with wooden surfaces. For a perfect result, polish with olive oil. Remove the excess with a dry cloth.

If your kitchen is colourful and the cabinets are laminated boards, you can clean them with universal detergents, as long as they do not contain abrasive particles. However, if the surface is painted, do not use powdered cleaning materials, as you will scratch the paint. These surfaces are elementary to clean, but it is still not advisable to leave greasy stains for too long.

The little secrets of a clean home are hidden in the wooden floor, mattress and even in the plush toys (at least one in every home). Vacuum cleaners, water and detergents will solve many of your problems, but the most important thing is to turn these procedures into systematic practice. Otherwise, your efforts will be in vain, and your home will still be imperfect.