Plus, tips for properly cleaning these forgotten items.
To clean the coils on your refrigerator or freezer Lane recommends, starting by unplugging the appliance.
To properly clean the trash can, Mock suggests starting by washing the can with hot, soapy water.
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Submerge the garbage can and see to it to get soap and water across all the surfaces.
Let it soak for about five minutes.
Let the disinfectant spray or bleach sit for five minutes after scrubbing, says Mock.
If youve never tackled this particular task before, youre not alone.
Luckily, Sibley has instructions for cleaning tracks and getting limescale off shower doors simultaneously.
Start by warming some white vinegar, then, don some cleaning gloves.
Dip paper towels into the hot vinegar and stick them to the glass and the tracks.
The slightly acidic nature of vinegar allows it to soak into and loosen the mineral deposits, he says.
Let the vinegar sit for 30 to 60 minutes, then remove the paper towels.
Avoid vigorous scrubbing, which could scratch the shower door, warns Sibley.
While cleaning your dryers lint trap each cycle, most homeowners and tenants forget to clean past the screen.
Professional dryer vent cleaning removes lint, debris and clogs to ensure proper airflow.
First, empty the dishwasher.
Refer to your owners manual for specific filter removal instructions.
Pay close attention to the rubber seals along the edges, recommends Lane.
Television
The TV should be part of your weekly dusting routine, says Mock of Molly Maid.
Plastic areas of your television such as the legs can be cleaned like any other plastic surface.
Its best to wipe down with disinfecting wipes, which is especially timely during cold and flu season.
Deep Cleaning Your Refrigerator
Lane recommendsdeep cleaning your refrigeratoronce a month.
Start by emptying shelves, removing all items, one shelf at a time.
Don’t forget to clean the door seals!
