AVOID These 11 Things in Your Home (if you hate cleaning)

[@reallifewithali]

I'm always looking for ways to make cleaning easier! Avoid having these 11 things in your home to make cleaning easier and faster! Make sure to watch this video next: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3yZqpxsetRrl6M

[@trekkie-cat]

Having pet hair is so worth it for the love and companionship they provide!

[@reallifewithali]

It’s true!

[@AnasthassiaMurillo]

Absolutely agree!

[@seradowning1925]

Upholstered furniture, especially headboard are dust magnets

[@reallifewithali]

That’s true!

[@chickadee-]

I also eliminated shelves of knick-knacks years ago because I HATED dusting them.

[@reallifewithali]

That was another one on my list that didn't make the cut. Haha. I have a lot more. Maybe I need to make a part 2 sometime. 🤔

[@kayvandermeer8994]

Put newspaper or baking parchment on top of your kitchen cabinets and just replace them. It saves a lot of time. In Europe most people have front loading machines. Just leave the door open and don't use unnecessary stuff like scent boosters and fabric softener. It is bad for your clothes, it puts a film on them. As said just use washing powder and wash once a month on the highest temperature. I usually do this with old rags I use to clean up when something is spilled.

[@reallifewithali]

Thanks for the suggestions!

[@a.t.6535]

I have a top-loading machine, but the tray where the washing liquids go in is so much less nasty now that I've switched to vinegar instead of fabric softener. Cheaper as well. I still take it out to clean it once a month, but it's more to be thorough than because there's all that gunky, slimy buildup. I second the newspaper trick for cabinet tops!

[@kayvandermeer8994]

@@a.t.6535 The only thing with vinegar is that it can dry out the rubbers of the washing machine, so I don’t use it too often. Towels etc get fluffy in the dryer, so they don't need dryer sheet or fabric softener.

[@reallifewithali]

@@a.t.6535 Mine is nasty, too. I need to clean it!

[@mammacass5311]

I love the idea of news paper above the cabinet thanks!!!

[@waterfallpeace8057]

Absolutely, great idea not to have quarter rounds on baseboards. Cleaning is a pain with them. Thanks. I will keep that in mind.

[@reallifewithali]

You’re welcome!

[@queenmarynovelwriter5397]

The glass shower...what the f*&# was I thinking? Your dog is so cute.

[@reallifewithali]

Haha! Thanks.

[@a.t.6535]

Washable rugs are a must for high traffic areas for sure. Also a no no if you don't plan on cleaning all the time are solid dark colored rugs. I have a black one I got on sale and regret being cheap LOL. Just as bad as a white one. One speck of dust, one crumb, and it's game over! Good list! I love your dog 🥰

[@reallifewithali]

I didn't think about it with a dark rug! I guess it's the same with dark colored floors. I know you can see every speck of dirt on those!

[@AnasthassiaMurillo]

And it's the same with black or dark cars! 😮

[@reallifewithali]

@@AnasthassiaMurillo I have a blue car with a black interior. The interior does look dirtier faster. But my white car always looked WAY dirtier than my blue car does.

[@me4011]

A few of my favorite KZbinrs did this same video idea

[@reallifewithali]

Mine too! I wanted to take my own spin on it. 😬

[@natashatheresa]

Great video! I definitely agree with the front loading washers.. we have to always remind tenants to keep the door open so it doesn't get moldy/musty. That little gadget to keep it open sounds like a great idea! Regarding the grout in the shower, you could try getting the grout sealed. I have a tiled shower and I sealed the grout myself after it was installed... So no grime builds up in it... it looks as good as when I first had it tiled and haven't had to ever brush it. They have spray on ones and also brush on ones :)

[@reallifewithali]

I've never thought of that! Haha. Good idea! Thanks.

[@kellypruitt2362]

Another great one Ali. Ugh, I hate cleaning the shower the most, it’s just a pain. Cant wait for next week❤

[@reallifewithali]

Thanks Kelly (I assume you are Kelly)!

[@kellypruitt2362]

@@reallifewithali lol, yep its me😊

[@barbstormo7030]

Aww...Roxy is so sweet! I have 3 cats that shed non stop! Especially in the spring and fall! I could do without my jetted tub too! Thanks for the tips! Have a great day!

[@reallifewithali]

I am really allergic to cats so they aren't even an option for me!

[@ManageableLiving]

Cream rugs & carpeting looks sooo luxurious while shopping - I can completely understand how easy it would be to get sucked in. I always leave my top loader lid open but either way, I will do everything in my power to keep that machine going as long as possible! Maybe that car cleaning putty/slime stuff would help for the dining room table? I keep meaning to get one of those handheld shower heads but I guess I just get by using a spray cleaner and wiping with an old rag or towel.

[@reallifewithali]

The rugs can be deceiving for sure!

[@datamusic4923]

Glass works well on a table. I got some as the table is old and I was twitchy when visitors would come over and not use a coaster. The glass I just clean off with a vinegar spray, and I'l be cleaning the table anyway. Sure its never perfect, but works well for me. Squeege your shower each time you use it, reduces the number of times you've to scrub it.

[@reallifewithali]

Thanks! I actually just made a video about what to do in your home everyday to keep it clean. Squeegeeing my shower after every wash was on that list!

[@annw1395]

Cleaning the shower is no fun. Detachable shower heads are mandatory, both for showering as well as for cleaning! I always leave my top-loading washing machine open when not in use. Never any problems with mold. Good tips.

[@reallifewithali]

Thanks!

[@CopingwithGrattitude]

And definitely leave detergent drawer also open on your front loader between washes.

[@reallifewithali]

Oh yeah. I forgot about that! Thanks.

[@Doris86pl]

When it comes to the top of kitchen cabinets, I use paper liner. Simply put paper on the top, it can be newspaper, pages from magazines, printed paper you are going to throw away etc, you don't even see these so it doesn't matter what type of paper you use. When it's time for cleaning you grab that paper and throw it in a trash, all grease and nasty dust is on the paper, not the cabinets and you only need to wipe gently with some drops of detergent, than put new paper and voila, no need to scrub that disgusting layer of dust and grease. I also use this method in other rooms on high bookcases or furniture, makes it so easy to clean.

[@reallifewithali]

Great idea! I’m going to do that. Thanks.

[@jennyjenkins877]

I finally cleaned the top of our kitchen cabinets when I was spring cleaning last year, which was 13 years after we moved in! I literally threw in the towel when trying to clean the oven though. Ours has an exposed element and it was so annoying to clean under it so I'd never buy one like that again.

[@reallifewithali]

Haha. We’ve lived here for 12 years and I’ve never cleaned on top of the cabinets. I guess it’s time! You just never think of it since you don’t see it. I understand cleaning the oven. I’m pretty sure you can take out the element or lift it up. That’s what I did when I had one.

[@reallifewithali]

Oh and I bought there oven liners and have LOVED them. Whenever there is a spill I can just take it out, wash it, and put it back. And things don’t stick to it so it washes off super easy! amzn.to/3ycFc23

[@ci1011]

I agree with everything you said! I really hate my stainless steel appliances! Fingerprints!😂 Great video!

[@reallifewithali]

Thanks! ❤️

[@koenigxolo]

Front load washers - take the soap tray out as well as leaving the door open. Be sure to run a cleaning cycle regularly - bi-weekly or monthly - follow the manufacturer's instructions. I love my front load, and it never smells. Oh, and forget the fabric softener. It will only crud up your machine.

[@reallifewithali]

Good tips!

[@caroleweston7563]

I have a front loader washing machine as my laundry room is small and I have to stack the dryer on top.

[@reallifewithali]

True! I didn't think about that.

[@lisathurston8265]

People swore by this. After cleaning the tops of your Kitchen cabinets you place Wax Paper on top so it collects the Oil droplets and dust. It makes it 100 time easier to clean on your spring and fall cleaning

[@reallifewithali]

Several people have commented the same thing. I’m going to try it. Thanks!

[@alewis4220]

PETS! and RUGS! we have 7 cats and a geriatric dog, Id pull up all the rugs but the poor pup is having trouble jumping up and off the sofa and just simply slipping around so I had to get more rugs and size them up so he would be more comfortable moving around, but man I am sick of vacuuming and cleaning of everything, but I wouldnt trade any of them, the last kitty came from a few doors down, the owners packed and left him and several other kittens, he was only about 4- 5months old when he showed up on our doorstep and refused to leave and made friends with ours ... the other kittens (now a couple years old) I see around and seem to have also found homes, they all seem plump and happy and I know they all belong to the same litter because they all look the same and are all various shades of orange.

[@reallifewithali]

Aww, how sweet! You are so nice to take in those cats!

[@PatriciaCarrier]

Great video! Thank you for mentioning how difficult it is to keep your house clean with pets. This is the reason why I do not have any pet the maintenance and the cost is high.

[@reallifewithali]

I didn’t want pets for years. My kids finally talked me into it. I can’t imagine not having her. But she is a LOT of work.

[@AnasthassiaMurillo]

For me, the cost of not having pets is way higher than the one of having them, especially in one's physical and mental health ❤

[@reallifewithali]

@@AnasthassiaMurillo It’s true!

[@MaryEavey-dc3sk]

I put dollar tree contact paper on the top of the cupboards and when I want to clean them, just pull it down wipe it off and put it back up. dont stick it down. that makes it harder to clean. use some weights, like some rocks or something similar that is out of sight.

[@reallifewithali]

Good idea! Thanks!

[@Thebiene64]

another idea: Use old towels 😊

[@reallifewithali]

@@Thebiene64 Good idea!

[@mrshadenoughofallthis911]

I use an air duster in those annoying channels on my table, then vacuum.

[@reallifewithali]

I’ve never thought of an air duster! I’ll have to try that. Thanks!

[@shannong7556]

I hate the tile in the master shower. Hate hate hate it !

[@reallifewithali]

I'm with you!

[@nikkiross2208]

HA! We NOW have an orange shaggy rug, and we have a black dog. Orange does conceal the hair. Win-Win! Well, we have 4 vacuums, and I still have to chase around Doggie's furball- tumbleweeds. If 4 vacuums aren't enough......oh wait, tick season now! Hooray!

[@reallifewithali]

Haha. Dogs are a lot of work, but still worth it!

[@cantocant2346]

Decor on the tops of cabinets/refrigerators always gives me the ick. I know it's greasy and dusty.

[@reallifewithali]

Same here!

[@Cherbear-i7d]

I hate my glass top stove. It never looks clean and scratches so easily.

[@reallifewithali]

@@Cherbear-i7d it’s true! If I had the option I would get a gas stove, but we don’t have gas to our kitchen.

[@Cherbear-i7d]

@@reallifewithali same here. Gas for heating but not cooking 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@cynthiaslebodnik6945]

We have a jet tub. What a mistake! When installed when we built our house, it was great and used often. But now it's never used, and the jets are gross. I know they need to be cleaned, but we only take showers, which is hooked up to our tub, so the tub still needs to be cleaned. Yuck! The other area that never gets cleaned is the floor behind the toilet. This is because there is about 6" on each side, which I'd need an extremely tiny person to reach. Ideas anybody?!

[@reallifewithali]

I wonder if something like this would work? amzn.to/4dtgwCG

[@shirleygermain5707]

I will never repurchase a front-load wash machine. Window cleaning is one thing I hate to do.

[@reallifewithali]

My next washer will likely be a top loader!

[@pamelafreeman4548]

❤😊

[@reallifewithali]

❤️

[@deniseowens4543]

Wow must be terrible living in a house that you hate every thing you picked out. 😊

[@friolinman02]

Jetted tubs are the worst. I cannot stand them

[@reallifewithali]

They are nice until they aren’t. 😬