Clean Your House Like a PRO - 32 years of cleaning tips from Cousin Mel!

[@AnneClay]

Hi peeps! I have a link to the lambswool duster in the description box. There are three sizes. Mel uses the 24 inch one so make sure you check the correct size. They all work great!

[@isabellelaval7294]

I don't want to be unpleasant but please don't screetch! It's so hard on my ears! I almost didn't watch the video because of it!

[@AnneClay]

@@isabellelaval7294 noted

[@thatgirlthatsme]

@@isabellelaval7294 Turn your volume down. I think you will miss out on so much if you have to leave for that reason. She sounds fine to me. I really didn't hear any screetching at all. I enjoyed it so much I watched it twice! 😏

[@kristinmasefield8305]

Anne Clay Home Decor Tips I am sorry that there are so many people making negative comments regarding this video...some people have not been taught manners. I was also sorry to hear about you just finding out about your brain tumor. You are in my thoughts!!

[@AnneClay]

Kristin Masefield thank you so much!

[@boholilo7740]

I started cleaning houses about 10 years ago and I love it! I've never had a job that was so appreciated by those you work for. Although I don't know how you do 3 houses a day, 2 is my max and I'm wrecked after that. Woman you are a machine!

[@AnneClay]

I totally agree!

[@timmellis5038]

What cleaning products do you use? Like for the bathroom, tiles, tub, toilet, glass. Any tricks with stainless steal? Thanks, anyone.

[@boholilo7740]

@@timmellis5038 windex is my favorite product. You can use it on almost any non-porous surface. The trick with stainless steel is to wash with windex then DRY with a lint free cloth. The dryer you wipe it the fewer the streaks. Keep several soft, lint free rags or towels with you to wipe and polish with you. Scouring pads go with almost any multi purpose cleaners in the bathroom (I prefer bleach sprays). Tile is 95% elbow grease, just remember to wipe dry. Hope this helps

[@celestethompson3405]

Agreed! ONE is my max!

[@Godschild52909]

Yip me too two is my max, 5 hours does me in

[@mskay949]

Great video ladies! I also clean houses for a living. I use very similar products that Mel uses. I also do basic cleaning. I will do a deep clean if requested, but basically I do a general clean. I have been cleaning for 16 years. I worked in a factory for 31 years and my factory closed and moved to Mexico. So I took a entrepreneur class at our local Business College, and basically I learned how to use the computer and Microsoft office. (Which I needed in my business). I was 55 at the time. I am now 71 and I still clean. I have semi retired and slowed down some but I love it. I have great clients and have made many friends through the years. So if any of you ladies/ guys out there needs a job, house cleaning is a great business to get into. It's cheap to start, set your own hours and work as many days as you want. It's hard work, but satisfying. One more tip Don't Charge by the hour, charge by the job. I often talk at our local Social Services to young men and women on how to start a business on a shoestring. There are many businesses out there that can be started with little or no money. Hugs and Blessings to all!

[@AnneClay]

Thanks for the great advice KAY! So glad that you found a business that is working so well for you! Blessings!

[@cousinmel583]

Wow. So you can relate. Good for you for soing your own thing

[@suzanne296]

Wow good story!

[@cali.songbird]

How wonderful for you, Kay! And I'm inspired due to my job being on hold, (due to the virus), and I actually like cleaning. I'll see if our local community college offers a similar class on-line. Is it best to be insured? Would you suggest working for a cleaning service first? Do you offer any coaching/mentoring online?🌹

[@xxkissmeketutxx]

Thankyou for sharing your inspiring story. Bless you 💐

[@LDHBees]

great info - so helpful. just a suggestion that you refrain from saying "okay" "right" "yeah yeah" when she's talking. simply nod silently to encourage her to continue to talk and let her know you're listening. it's an old tv reporters trick - it's tough but really helps us (the listener) as we process the info you and your guest are sharing. thank you again! I loved hearing from your guest - appreciate it!

[@AnneClay]

LDH bees thank you! You said that very kindly and I appreciate it!

[@_Desiree]

@@AnneClay Ya, the okays were driving me nuts, kept turning volume down, but then was missing the tips!

[@bearmountianview6229]

It was to much!

[@teresabrennan426]

Oh, gosh! You’re fine! Lol!

[@joanocallaghan9586]

Terrible interviewing style. Continually interjecting with okay was very annoying.

[@pickupthecross]

She's a very sweet lady. I would enjoy her cleaning my house. Good vibes are a big part of it too!

[@AnneClay]

Definitely!! She leaves lots of love in all the houses!

[@christettec3045]

the best bathroom cleaner that I have used on sinks, glass shower doors and bathtubs is in a spray bottle mix equal parts of Blue Dawn with equal parts of vinegar. Add water until the spray bottle is full. Spray on the surface, leave for a few minutes, then rinse off. For really tough stains scrub with a cloth or a shower puff. Rinse well. This combination spells quite strong of vinegar when you are using it so make sure to have a window open. You won't smell vinegar when it dries though. Great video and tips!

[@AnneClay]

That's a great tip!! Thank you so much!!!

[@christettec3045]

@@AnneClay hope it works out for you!

[@AnneClay]

Thank you.. it Did! Had three offers in 1 day! I have a staging video that shows what I did!

[@thatgirlthatsme]

Christette C I'd like to try your cleaner recipe. I understand putting equal parts Dawn & vinegar but how much of each? And how much water? I hate the smell of vinegar but if it works like you say I'll try to hold my breath and do it! 😷

[@christettec3045]

@@thatgirlthatsme hi jus. great question! I use a small botyle of blue Dawn 8 fluid ounces or so and empty it into a spray bottle about 24 fuid ounce size. then i pour same smount of vinegar as blue Dawn into the spray bottle. then fill up the rest of the soray bottle with tap water until the spray bottle is full. shake well to distribute the ingredients. let me know how you make out!

[@chelseaallen8655]

I have been cleaning homes for 30 years too and the very best cleaner for Stainless Steel is the spray foam spray from Weimans that is a silver can with a black top you can purchase from Walmart or Home Depot Works awesome and never streaks A real secret of mine is to use a sponge mop from Dollar General that even has a refill you can get and break off the white squeegee part and use it to clean your bath tub and shower Just use the shower hose to rinse and it comes out really shiny. 😊

[@nancypatricio9972]

When I clean, I try to use natural cleaners or just water. It depends of how dirty is the house. This lady is amazing and she has really good tips. I do some of the same steps.

[@AnneClay]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@barbarabeddingfield8786]

Love you and Mel and thanks for all the good tips❤️ I was never a good housekeeper. A couple of years ago I found the FlyLady on you tube. She has a system of routines and habits and she encourages you along everyday. I went from a very disorganized house to a very functional and clean house. Love your videos and pray you’re feeling better.

[@AnneClay]

Thank you Barbara!

[@annejackson4071]

This is just what I needed for a time like this!! As a harpist, many weddings take place in spring...so this time of the year, my brides have punted to fall or have decided not to have a big wedding...so this is the first spring I can concentrate on my own home!!! Yayyyy!! Blessing in disguise!,! I am going to purchase each product and enjoy this time of stillness and reflection!!! Love you two from Knoxville, Tennessee❤️❤️❤️

[@AnneClay]

Glad you enjoyed this Anne!

[@pamwood3956]

I love that inspiring attitude anne jackson!

[@jo-annemurphy2921]

I clean houses to it was fun listening to you I got a chuckle out of some of the things that you said and agreed! I always say the most difficult house to do is one with people in it, there's nothing better than an empty house!

[@AnneClay]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@mamashanshan2772]

We had a cleaning business for years! I would love her to come and clean my home!! She hits everything also! Thank you for the info with the beeswax, duster, and all!! Grateful I found you!! You’re both so upbeat also!!

[@AnneClay]

That is awesome! Thanks so much! Take care!

[@LipstickLady]

Great video! Cousin Mel needs a channel about cleaning and helping others start a cleaning business.

[@AnneClay]

Lovely Lady glad you enjoyed it! She’s a pro!

[@bears5916]

New drinking game: take a shot everytime camera lady says “ok”. ☠️

[@AnneClay]

Now THAT's funny

[@Nicole-ww1tj]

I'd love to respond to this text but i died from alcohol poisoning.

[@marleneolson3008]

Halfway through the video and I’m blitzed...🤪

[@dbuggy1]

man, i'd be wasted! lol

[@TomCusick1120]

7min in and im turning it off.....just stopped here to comment.it was driving me too crazy to keep watching

[@susiew412]

I wash my walls down twice a year with Murphy’s Oil Soap mixed with water. It doesn’t mar the paint and leaves the rooms looking clean and fresh. You paint less when you keep your walls clean. I also use it on my kitchen cabinetry. It leaves a nice sheen on them. I have laminate flooring in my kitchen and Pergo flooring throughout the rest of the house. The Fabuloso works great on both.

[@cousinmel583]

Ahhh great advice. Thanks so much

[@AnneClay]

Thanks for sharing Susie - always good to hear what someone else does!!

[@cali.songbird]

I appreciate this video so much. My job was affected due to Covid-19. I love cleaning, and am now inspired to consider starting a business. Thank you!🌹

[@AnneClay]

Wonderful!

[@cali.songbird]

@@AnneClay Thanks!!🙋🏽‍♀️

[@annanicole1717]

Come on ova.

[@loganafyouni2778]

I started my cleaning business last year and it's honestly the best decision I've ever made

[@Petitedelight87K]

@@loganafyouni2778 I have been thinking about this for years…

[@donnabailey929]

Love Cousin Mel. She needs her own KZbin channel. I would love to hear more about cleaning. I'm working on spring cleaning 1986. Lol

[@AnneClay]

She's a bit computer "challenged" but she's agreed to do more cleaning videos on my channel so that's good!

[@riograndelily8344]

My rule is no shoes in the home. Remember you've probably have stepped in urine and spit in the public restrooms and no purses on the counters unless they have been disinfected.

[@cousinmel583]

Those are very good ideas

[@AnneClay]

That's my rule too!!! I always leave the shoes in the front hall!

[@SonyaPope]

You are my people! We leave our shoes in the garage. I do keep a pair of house shoes when I am going through my home. They never go outside and I periodically I wipe the bottoms of those as well.

[@AnneClay]

That’s a great idea to have a pair of house shoes! Thanks fir that idea!

[@AnneClay]

When I was growing up we always left shoes on.

[@DKM905]

My shower hack for keeping your own shower, clean is not a squeegee. After each shower , Dry your body first dry your glass door or your shower wall afterwards same towel works like a charm. I use a different towel every time I take a shower so works for me . I don’t spend a lot of time wiping it down either. I’m a 76 year old and I’ve cleaned places for years. When cleaning other peoples glass doors believe it or not if they’re really bad I’ve used lysol lime and rust 10 X cleaner wear gloves 🧤wipe with magic eraser rinse, and dry with a towel , works like a charm.

[@freshnewday]

I love seeing the man in the background taking out trash and sweeping etc. during this video. It is cracking me up. Hope he got a kiss and a thank you! Thanks for the great video and helpful info!

[@AnneClay]

LOL that's cute! Thank you!

[@linnsoltwedel]

I LOVE her. She looks like my mom that I lost a few years ago, she was not a pro cleaner, but she did work for a few years with it with a best friend and she was great at it.

[@AnneClay]

Linn Soltwedel aw that’s so sweet! I’m so sorry about your mom...

[@linnsoltwedel]

Anne Clay Home Decor Tips She just seems like one of those real nice people that are just all about being a good human :)

[@AnneClay]

She totally is!!!!

[@annanicole1717]

I’m sorry Linn. Mom’s are special.

[@cindy1274]

I learn a lot from cleaning videos..something I do is clean inside my refrigerator after I clean my dishes because I don't like to clean a refrigerator when it's really messy too much work.

[@AnneClay]

Good tip - I find that I get overwhelmed too if there are too many dishes around!

[@faithypnoandmove]

what a lovely lady! learned so much! thanks!

[@cindil3270]

This was so informative! I can’t believe Mel brings all her own equipment and does so much for her customers.

[@cousinmel583]

Glad this gave you some tips. I do take all my own things. Its easier. Then i know its there. Lol

[@AnneClay]

Cindi L she’s amazing and works hard! She always is in demand!

[@rutheis]

Oh, just wanted to add...they make a washable microfiber sleeve for the lambswool duster. You can put that on for really heavy dust areas.

[@AnneClay]

Thank you!! Good tip!

[@schubaby9452]

The info was very helpful. I ordered the beeswax polish and lambs wool duster. I dusted my entire house today and cleaned my granite countertops with the polish. Very pleased with the results.

[@AnneClay]

Oh good - so glad Danielle! I use both things as well and I LOVE them!

[@jwatticus]

Magic eraser has to be used wet. Also for glass shower doors 0000 steel wool works great. I love the spray glass cleaner too! I start scummy shower doors with dawn power spray. Fabuloso makes me nausous and my lips go numb, so I feel its too toxic. I bought a bunch becuse i thought it smelled so nice. Thanks for the video ladies.

[@Witchyone131]

Cousin Mel is Awesome! I wanna see her house, I bet it’s amazing ❤️ Anne your home is spotless

[@AnneClay]

Check out my other videos, we have quite a few tours of Mels house. Look at my spring home tour, that’s her!

[@cousinmel583]

Thanks. Yes. Check out the past videos

[@gypsybelle4757]

This was great. I love her!

[@donna8212]

Hi guys!!! Good job Mel!! Cleaning is my thing 😁. I don’t do it for a living, it’s just something I’ve always enjoyed doing. Lol, nothing like having a clean house ☺️.

[@cousinmel583]

Hi donna. Clean makes you feel good.....loke things are in order. I used to work in an office and come home and clean every day to destress. Then it became a career😉

[@AnneClay]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@nitamay3534]

When I had my cleaning business I always started from the back of the house and worked my way out the back door and it worked great for me, I learned some things from you.

[@AnneClay]

Glad that you enjoyed Mel's tips! That works too - in one door and out the other! Love it!

[@nikka07228]

This is the video ive been needing! All these fancy ones have been useless, this is great. Thanks yall

[@AnneClay]

You’re welcome!

[@amberchesley3]

Use Rain-X on shower doors. Keeps them clean and you only have to do it every few months.

[@lauraw3338]

I highly Recommend water and vinegar on all wood flooring whether it’s real or laminate. Use a spray bottle and go over it with a floor steamer. The heat from the steamer gets into your hardwood floor cracks. You’d be amazed how clean your floors will look afterwards. My cleaning lady uses the same. I also prefer my cleaner to use my vacuum verses there’s due to dander from other people’s homes because I’m allergic to animals. Everyone is going to have their own opinion but my advice is to try it to see what you think. On tile Once & Done is a non-rinsable cleaner that tile companies highly recommend. Your feet will love you😊

[@AnneClay]

Thanks for the great tip!

[@valeriebrown3709]

I use dawn dish soap in my tub and tile. It breaks down the build up with minimal scrubbing.

[@AnneClay]

Good tip! Thank you!

[@JerrlEvans]

Add vinegar on a one to one basis with the dawn

[@marleneolson3008]

I use Dawn too, but use a stiff broom to clean the tub. Works great and no bending over!

[@gingerandnemo]

I use this as well.

[@V.Hansen.]

I have a mop bucket with two chambers. One to rinse the dirt off and one with clean cleaner. I love it.

[@PJSparkles100]

Oooh where did you find that mop bucket? What a fabulous idea.

[@V.Hansen.]

@@PJSparkles100 ya know, I've had it so long I don't recall. Probably just Wal-Mart. I believe its Rubbermaid

[@PJSparkles100]

@@V.Hansen. thank you!!!!!! I added it to my next shopping list. 😊

[@tamiosher3679]

I started doing professional cleaning a little over 10 years ago. I thought I knew what I was doing but I realize now that I knew nothing. I have learned a lot over the years through trial and error, recommendations of my clients and looking things up on the internet to see if they might work. I still pick up new tricks often. I charge a flat hourly rate with a 3 hour minimum on my jobs. I clean stainless steel in kitchens by pre-cleaning the surfaces with whatever multi-surface cleaner I have and then polish it with dusting spray on a rag. Go with the grain on the stainless steel. The dusting spray is not that great at removing food residue but it leaves a nice shine so that's why I do the two-step process. I have found that not all cleansers are the same. I used Comet and Ajax for years until I discovered Bar Keepers Friend. It comes in a powder or a liquid. I have used both and they are both good. The Bar Keepers Friend cleanser does magic things sometimes. It is good at removing calcium build up in bathrooms and black marks on porcelain kitchen sinks. I had a client with a white porcelain sink that I cleaned every two weeks for seven years. She had a few black marks from pans in the sink and I had tried everything to remove them. I used soft scrub and bleach cleaners and soaking with bleach. I used vinegar and baking soda and Comet as well as other spray cleaners. Nothing worked. Then we tried the Bar Keepers Friend powder cleanser. It removed them in one swipe. I couldn't believe it. Like you said, everybody's house is different. There are all different types of woods and even stainless steel differences. Some are easy to clean and some are not. Just because a product works at one house does not mean it will work on the next one. If one product does not work on the particular thing that you're trying to clean, try something else. Another surface I had a difficult time with was a white plastic handle on a refrigerator. It was nasty with grime from dirty hands. I have tried several different kinds of cleaners and then one day I was cleaning the floor with Armstrong floor cleaner and I decided to try a little bit on that handle and it cleaned it off. It only worked in that one circumstance though. I have tried it again since and it did not work. You do have to be careful when cleaning granite to be sure that what you're using is not too acidic. You should not use anything with lemon or vinegar. I have found that using isopropyl alcohol and water in a 50/50 mixture in a spray bottle alcohol is not only extremely inexpensive but leaves a clean, shiny, disinfected surface and is actually recommended for cleaning granite. I've heard good things about Fabuloso but have not tried it myself. I would like to find something that works on all types of floors, especially very shiny tile floors that are sometimes hard to leave streak free. I have found that the multi surface floor cleaner made by Armstrong works good on several different types of flooring. That is the one I use on difficult shiny floors. Sometimes you have to buff them with a clean dry dust mop. I have even done what I call the towel dance by putting towels underneath my feet and shimmy around the floor to shine it up . Only in extreme circumstances though . Like I said, each circumstances different. A couple of other recommendations I have on cleaners from experience are not using the cheapest dusting spray. I thought they were all the same. I believe it was Favor dusting spray that I had a difficult time getting shine on wood surfaces with. Now I use Endust or Pledge. My clients like the smell and I like the results of using a multi purpose cleaner like lemon Lysol or lemon 409. When I first started cleaning, I tried to cheap out and use car windshield washer fluid for cleaning windows. I do not suggest this on interior mirrors and windows. I do not suggest the cheapest window cleaner either. Something like Windex works well and I have also used the foaming window spray like you use. I have found that the foaming window spray is superior in cleaning most glass surfaces, especially exterior windows and car windows. it cuts through the grime and leaves a nice shine. I prefer inexpensive paper towels, but not necessarily the cheapest ones. Again trial and error. Some of the better quality paper towels leave dust behind when cleaning glass. the lower quality ones tend to fall apart. The blue shop paper towels work well and last long but they are expensive. Even the types of rags you use can make a difference in your cleaning experience. I like old terry cloth wash cloths. Or some microfiber towels. You just have to try them to see what you like best. You want something absorbent that leaves a nice streak-free shine. Another tip I have on the rags is when washing them, wash them separately in hot water with laundry detergent and bleach and no fabric softener. Do not use fabric softener sheets when drying them in the dryer. The fabric softener on rags tends to leave streaky surfaces. No matter what type of cleaning you're doing, it is usually best to work from top to bottom cleaning the higher surfaces first and ending with the floor. I also usually leave one toilet to clean last so that I have somewhere to dump my dirty mop water and can leave the toilet clean when I'm done.

[@AnneClay]

Thanks for your input - great tips!

[@dianeb9435]

Try Mr Clean Magic Eraser on white refrigerator doors. It’s amazing!

[@lorrainedainard185]

Thanks

[@lorrainedainard185]

Oh

[@jven6202]

For glass shower doors I use a moistened fabric softener sheet (can use a used one] , moisten the sheet, scrub the glass and then rinse off

[@cousinmel583]

Oooo great idea. Thanks for this!

[@AnneClay]

Ooh that's a great tips - thank you!!!

[@sarahcrawford9844]

Mel is my kinda people!! She seems really sweet and easy going 🥰

[@AnneClay]

Yes she is

[@janjones4772]

Love it, beautiful home your in today, love the colors. Lots of good information. I have this problem, I start in one room, as I’m cleaning I find things that go into another room. I take it in that room,before I know it,every room is messer than when I started I just throw my hands up,not knowing what happened. I’m too tired to work anymore that day. I have a bad back,need knee replacement just can’t do what I use to do,can’t afford any help. I remember getting on my knees to scrub the floors, but you get the edges, and trim,sure glad they have all the neat mops, now,and sweepers. Now if I could stay in one room at a time,it never works that way. Looks like a tornado just came through. Loved your video thanks for sharing,God Bless 💐💕

[@AnneClay]

You sound like me - I'm very disjointed in my cleaning - Mel is so nice and orderly! I need a cleaning peson too! Glad you enjoy my videos!

[@elizabethwhite325]

One tip that has helped me with running between rooms is to use an empty laundry basket (or a smaller bin if I am finding little lost items) at the door where I’m cleaning. When I find something that belongs in another room, I toss it in the basket. I just move the basket around the house with me and put things away as I get to that area. If I find lost items in the last areas that belong in the first areas I cleaned, it is one more lap through the house with the basket, my “cool-down” lap where I can go admire the finished work as the last few bits are put back in place. Other tips that work for different family sizes and houses: every family member has a labeled bin / box in a central location (laundry room, mud room, corner of kitchen) and lost things are returned to the bins for each person to return. When I have lived in houses with stairs, I kept a collecting bin at the top and bottom and every time I went up or down, I carried something with me to put away. Hope it helps. Now I need to work on my house! Blessings and health to all.

[@up2myoxtersup2myoxters25]

The animals and the jambs wool duster made me laugh! I love your channel your cousin Mel!

[@cousinmel583]

😊

[@AnneClay]

Thanks.. she’s a hoot!

[@onlychild4332]

That was a fantastic and honest video. Love it. A tip from me to you; Use a little bit of dawn blue dishwashing detergent + small quantity of baking soda + white vinegar; Add in warm water even regular water does too; Mix it and spray it thoroughly on wherever hard soap scum is, especially on glass shower doors, Leave it for at least 15 minutes and then wipe it with two or three times with wet microfibre clothes and dry it. It is a fantastic cleaning recipe. You can strengthen it by adding more or less dawn liquid. Take care and keep smiling 🙂

[@sewmanyprimitives]

I use an old cotton pillow case ( sprayed inside w pledge) to dust ceiling fan blades. Gently slide it over the blade and 😅then remove it and the dust. The pillow case catches the dust and then throw it into the wash.

[@rebeccamarmaduke4595]

This lady is amazing! I learned a lot. But mostly, I want her to come clean my house!

[@jeanmcbride5629]

My hat is off to Cousin Mel! I HATE to clean! I like a clean house but I truly hate cleaning. Especially dusting. So cleaning for a living??? You go girl! We have a golden retriever (5th one). Love him to death but oh my goodness, the fur!!! The cat sheds but not as much. Love your videos. You two together are a hoot. Hope you are feeling better. Keep us updated.

[@cousinmel583]

Oh thanks. Yes. I cant believe 32 years later i still like it. Lol. Ive been bleases with a good business, so i am thankful. Animals ans kids are job security😃

[@AnneClay]

Thank you Jean - I love a clean house and hate to clean too! And animals DO make a mess - I've got 2 little dogs!

[@n8turejourney]

My 7 year old son gets dirty hand prints all over walls! My favorite way to clean my painted walls (for that very issue) is to put either pinesol OR a tbs of powdered tide and a dash of bleach in the sink, dip an old washcloth or microfiber cloth in it, wring it out and wipe down. Which one I use depends on what I want to smell! I use satin finish latex paint on all of my walls.

[@cat_623]

I've always loved cleaning, and the periods in my life when I needed help from an outside company due to concentrating on other areas of my life, I did not like it because I always knew that I do a more thorough job. I wear gloves to protect my hands when doing "wet cleaning", and I have a different pair for bathrooms vs. kitchen. And I always do my bathrooms last since they have the most germs. Even in the bathrooms, I clean from cleanest areas (mirrors, counters) to dirtiest (toilets are always last).

[@sabrinagotelli6314]

This video is good. Thank you for sharing your tips. I'd like go maybe suggest editing out the "yeahs, and okays" from the camera person. The questions she asked were really good though!

[@lorikotarski1345]

Hi Anne ! Great to see you doing something ,even if it’s not decorating. This was a good video , great tips ! And seeing you and cousin Mel together is great fun ! You two are funny together ! Much love to you Anne ! 😘💕❤️

[@AnneClay]

Lori Kotarski hi Lori! It felt good to get a video out!

[@cousinmel583]

Thanks so much

[@lorikotarski1345]

Cousin Mel - Hi Mel , it’s always good to see you with Anne ! I know you will keep our girl in good spirits !!! You two keep having fun !!! ❤️

[@AnneClay]

Mel takes good care of me!

[@cousinmel583]

Were trying😙

[@rosemaryskierski3111]

Oh love all the tips. Thank you so much for sharing. I use baking soda and vinegar around my faucet . Let it sit for about 10 minutes and it will come right off. Hugs!

[@AnneClay]

Great tip Rosemary - thank you!

[@cousinmel583]

Glad you liked it. Baking soda is grear for a lot of things too

[@thatgirlthatsme]

I just finished your video and learned a lot from your friend. Glad I found your channel. I enjoyed listening to the 2 of you talk. I'll come back and watch more of your videos another time when I can't sleep. And btw your home is really pretty. Dianne

[@AnneClay]

So nice to have you here!!! And thank you!

[@mrso4746]

** Its Fabuloso*** which means "Fabulous "in Spanish ,lol . They also have a "baby room" scent that is really hard to find and it is simply amazing , soft scented not over whelming , when i use it every one always compliments the scent !! Great video ladies !!!

[@AnneClay]

Oh thank you!

[@blackbettyride]

Thank you Mel for all the wonderful advice... Especially about the Stainless Steel... Glad to see you smiling Anne... Can't wait for your next video!!!

[@AnneClay]

Vicci Ka Ellis hi! More to come!

[@cousinmel583]

Absolutely

[@sramos821]

Thanks so so much for this video. Very informative, helpful

[@athomeinsmithfieldwithsusan]

Thanks Mel for the tips. I ordered the lambs wool thingy!

[@cousinmel583]

Hey there. Excellent. I hope you love it. A little tip. The handles are a bit long. So i cut abour 3 or 4 inches off the handle so it makes dusting easier

[@ricrussell4413]

I owned my own cleaning business..two ppl per home.. one starts in back the other from the front..always go before you commit to cleaning. ..I made arrangements to meet…saw the home and got the cleaning products they wanted on their furniture and and fixture…plus is it one time clean or weekly.

[@lunacadence6050]

Hi! I am watching this video again! Today I went back to get the ratio of Fabuloso to water. Thanks again for such a great video!

[@AnneClay]

So glad it was helpful!

[@skaycgoldenridge]

I'm with her on the cleaning. I have the same routine as well. I also love Resolve. I enjoyed this video. Two very nice, sweet ladies. Take care.

[@AnneClay]

Thank you so much!!

[@smpayne2]

Grout deep cleaning - gel toilet bowl cleaner with bleach and a deck brush (from Home Depot). Takes grout back to the original color. It will need to be rinsed with just water and a mop. In my experience any cleaner (other than vinegar & water) on tile floors leaves a sticky residue. To wash lambs wool, use shampoo & conditioner (it's just like your hair).

[@AnneClay]

Thanks for the info!

[@timmellis5038]

Hi Sharon, what do you use for the bathroom? And stainless steal? What do you do if they have tons of stuff on their shelves? Thanks.

[@smpayne2]

@@timmellis5038 I'm not an expert, by any means, just old. Personally, I use Simple Green on most everything (not tile, stainless or glass). I do find the gel toilet bowl cleaners work best for me. The stainless steel cleaners work nicely, but are expensive (NEVER spray directly on the appliance, spray the cloth), but vinegar and water is the next best thing.

[@donajean33]

I clean my shower glass with vinegar & dawn dish liquid then I spray with rainX. Works great.

[@AnneClay]

That's a great idea!

[@lorihodgeslor444]

I love fabuloso and the sprayway window cleaner too!

[@cousinmel583]

Awesome. Dont they both work so well!!!

[@AnneClay]

Look Mel - you're on trend!

[@Jennifer2791]

Very helpful tips, thanks for another great video! Love the blue wall color of that house, nice and tranquil.

[@AnneClay]

Thank you! Yes I love those walls! I think I’m going to have to take my paint cans with me!

[@skeeterbits1473]

Thank you for this wonderful advice.

[@user-fd4sj3oh6m]

Hello everyone and thanks Soo much for the info on cleaning. I'm starting up my own cleaning business and these tips are Godsends. Thanks you soo much and you rock Mrs Mel!!!

[@dixiecook2264]

Just love cousin Mel...I knew we had something in common. She sparked my love of primitive pumpkin head people. I have worked as a custodian for 15 years, its alot of hff ard work we use alot of what she does.

[@AnneClay]

She's a hoot and yes she loves pumpkin head people too!

[@dawncawthra3519]

Pretty late to the party, but I love these ladies! Thank you for sharing your tips! Magic erasers are amazing, usse them as a last resort as they're like very fine grit sandpaper. I've wiped the enamel off of my tub over the years :/ Satin or matte paint you use water, if at all, most times just touch up paint can help it. The more gloss the easier to clean!

[@AnneClay]

You are so welcome! Thanki you!!

[@BrassyBrunette]

I've been doing this 10 yrs. It's neat to hear how others do it.

[@scruffy281]

Love all the tips. Thanks for this video. Your cousin Mel is great!! Love from Texas!❤️

[@AnneClay]

You are so welcome!

[@mariep4018]

I make my own beeswax furniture polish and it’s excellent. I had citrus to it and it smells nice and it leaves such a soft glow without any residue. Just thought I’d share that.❤

[@AnneClay]

That’s cool!

[@mariep4018]

@@AnneClay Thanks. Loved your tips on professional cleaning. you learn something new every day and I’m 72.🤙🏻💕

[@AnneClay]

Thank you! It’s all Mel. She’s been at this a while!

[@marycahill546]

I have a 1930 brick house with wood floors throughout made of oak with walnut trim. I use Murphy's soap sparingly to wash these floors.. Also use it on my wood doors. It cleans and shines.

[@AnneClay]

Thanks for sharing Mary - yes Murphy's smells so good too!

[@catrinarich3711]

That house is adorable!! Thanks for the tips Mel!

[@AnneClay]

Thanks the house sold in 1 day!!

[@leea6280]

Hello, my sister was a cleaner also, she gave me sooo many tips, I luv this video. I have watched it several times. Sorry, my sis did not like fabuloso.

[@AnneClay]

So glad you’re enjoying it!!! We’re doing a sequel soon!

[@foreveravocado4792]

Loved Mel!!!!

[@divadeb1907]

Great video I love cleaning, I used Quick Shine that works pretty good. But first you must clean the floor, with hot water and vinegar mop it once dry. Sweep the floor, now you are ready for your floor to shine, do areas at a time, Do not walk on it for 9 hours so it's best to do it at night before bed. Use a micro fiber mop to put the quick and shine. I clean walls, my mom taught us that when we were little, put some hot water and vinegar on the wall to take the stain from the wall good luck and thanks !!!!

[@AnneClay]

Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the tips!

[@sheilab1772]

Thanks for all the great tips Mel and that is hard work! Thanks for sharing !

[@AnneClay]

Sheila B it is hard work! She’s very strong!

[@cousinmel583]

Hi there. Thanks. It is hard work. I should be a size 2. 😆

[@kanita0958]

I love cleaning. I know, crazy 😂 I cleaned homes for 12 years in my mom's business before she closed it and started another one. I went to work the office job 9 to 5 for 5 years and I was miserable! sitting all day same place every.single.day! 😭😫 I was so feed up I decided I wanted to start my own business, I saved three months worth of my salary to survive, but within a month I was making almost what my ex employer paid me 😂 anyway, I love to help people's lives, the reaction they have when their homes are clean, they seem more calm and happier. That's what I love!! I also love the physicality of it all 😀👍 I agree with Mel that each client is different, for example I use 3 different wood polishes because different clients like different products and also they have different surfaces. And yes, all bathroom cleaners tell you in the label you need to let them sit for at least 10 minutes because they are desinfectants and you want to kill bacteria and viruses and that's how long it takes to kill them 😉

[@timmellis5038]

Hi Kanita, I'm just starting out (I'm a guy) what wood polishes do you use and what do you use in the bathroom and the glass doors? Thanks.

[@helenmartin6895]

Mel ,ihave books ,and bookcases ,how do you clean them.

[@AnneClay]

Lol so in my recent video she actually talks about how she doesn't read - so not sure she cleans bookcases either - altho I would say her little hand held duster would be the ticket!

[@Marie-oy1bd]

Great ideas! I would was that fluffy wool duster with soap and water, fluff it out, and let it air dry in the sunshine. The sun kills bacteria in anything 100% wool. It won't even smell dirty. Wool. It's amazing!

[@AnneClay]

Love that tip - thank you!!

[@melodybaker458]

shower I squeegee the glass doors every time. Monthly I deep clean and also spray with rain X If you have tiled walls in the shower after cleaning I put on a thin layer of light wax ( rain X and paste wax yes like on your car )

[@irenemoscaritolo7117]

Another you tuber tried Brillo for the glass doors after trying everything. She is so happy now!

[@irenemoscaritolo7117]

Welcome to my curls is the you tuber regarding the Brillo for glass shower doors!

[@AnneClay]

Thank you!

[@AnneClay]

Thank you!

[@Godschild52909]

All stainless steel is not equal... warm water with a bit if dawn works wonders, then buff dry with a goid microfiber cloth

[@fredziffle5219]

👍Dust first, then kitchen & baths, then floors, great advice, great product advice. Thanks for posting. We have to use the disposable dusters cause we have dogs & the dirt they drag in would destroy that nice duster in one day, but it would be nice. Glass shower doors with water marks can be temporarily made to look nicer with oil. It can’t fix water etched marks but it helps loosen mineral deposits from hard water.

[@marselledase9384]

I cleaned for 15 yrs and all my were big houses and and I so ocd I know I didn't get paid enough and glass shower I hated .My people would have then all pick up and stuff off vanity I also done laundry too but they were all so good to me like family

[@lunacadence6050]

I keep rewatching this great video! There is so much to learn. I’ll keep Amazon busy! Thank you. Say, what brand and color is your nail polish? It’s so pretty. Many blessings to you and the videotapes!

[@AnneClay]

Pamela Carrier Mel gets her nails done so I don’t know if she knows but we’ll ask!

[@sharonhobein5570]

Thank you Mel this was wonderful and such great common sense information!

[@AnneClay]

Sharon Hobein I loved it!

[@cousinmel583]

Thank you. Years of learning

[@donnaprice7931]

I use Orange Glo on stainless steel it works great. There is a special micro fiber glove I apply it with and buff it out. Soap scum on tile and glass doors ; Dawn dish soap works GREAT. I was taught NOT to use glass cleaners on granite counter tops. I retired after 20 yrs of cleaning both residential and commerical. Those are a couple of my favorite cleaners. 😀

[@AnneClay]

Hi Donna - thanks for the tips!! Next week I'm getting a green cleaning expert in - It's going to be fantastic - watch for the video! She uses micro fiber too!

[@donnaprice7931]

Going to make sure I don't miss your video. 👍

[@AnneClay]

Good it’s going to be fantastic!

[@micheleball4384]

My housekeeper taught me that Dawn dishsoap on the shower glass works beautifully. Put a bit on a microfiber cloth that is already wet and wash the shower down. I have a carrera marble mosaic shower floor and white subway tiles with frameless glass doors and harsh cleaners can damage the soft stone. Finish with a squeegee after rinsing and you'll have clean and clear glass.

[@AnneClay]

Great idea!!

[@teresawallace8263]

Sprayway also makes a Stainless Steel Cleaner, looks just like the glass cleaner bottle. Walmart sells it, it's with the other stainless cleaners, I love it!! Also, you can use Toilet Bowl Cleaner on your glass shower doors, its the Best I've tried lately. I'm also a Housekeeper,.I like to call myself a BEAUTIFIER!!, Cause I make things Beautiful again! LOL. Thanks for sharing, Hugs, Teresa

[@cousinmel583]

Good to know about the stainless one. Never saw that. Love that you call beautifier.....i call myself a domestic enineer. 😁

[@AnneClay]

Wow interesting! I like that.. a house beautifier!

[@sharonlain3956]

teresa Wallace That’s interesting. What brand toilet cleaner?

[@janetsides901]

My husband and I have owned a commercial cleaning company for twenty years. When we first started,I cleaned houses during the day and businesses at night. Those were some exhausting years.

[@cousinmel583]

Hey janet. Wow. Cool. It is def a lot of work. I love it tho. It helps so many people.....thanks for watching

[@AnneClay]

It’s hard work isn’t it? Keeps Mel in great health!

[@thereseallain2651]

I did enjoy this video and learned allot. My favorite is Fabuloso I love the soft smell.

[@AnneClay]

So glad Teresa!

[@cousinmel583]

Its so refeeshing. Thanks so much

[@meganjones1253]

Wow! This was great information. Thanks Ladies

[@AnneClay]

megan jones you’re welcome! ❤️❤️

[@jeane561]

Awesome tips Mel. I have used the Sprayway glass cleaner for quite awhile. It’s the best❤️. You all have a great weekend❤️❤️❤️

[@cousinmel583]

Glad you liked it. I love that spray. Have a great weekend

[@AnneClay]

Thanks Jean!

[@pamwood3956]

I also used to clean a few homes on the side to make extra money, while working at my regular jobs. I used to do all the dusting at one time, thinking that would give the dust time to settle before I came back to sweep or vacuum. Unfortunately, now I have low back issues, and I can't stand to do all of the vacuuming and mopping at one time. Thank you for making this video! There is some really great information in here that I can use in my own home.

[@AnneClay]

Pam Wood glad you enjoyed it and sorry about your back.😢

[@pamwood3956]

@@AnneClay thank you. I just stumbled upon your Channel today, and I'm now a new subscriber. I really enjoyed your video, and I'm looking forward to others. Stay safe and well.

[@msk9912]

Love this video!!!! I’m testing this method on a house I’m cleaning.

[@michellelee1123]

Thank you for all the tips. I just ordered the duster from Amazon. Stay safe.😘

[@AnneClay]

You are so welcome!

[@Charmenda]

What is the purpose off the beeswax on the duster?

[@AnneClay]

I think it attracts the dust to the duster

[@eileenstack255]

Love this video it’s what we normally do in our homes Great Lady her advice 🙋‍♀️

[@AnneClay]

So glad!

[@yolandamarshall872]

Thanks ladies for all the helpful tips.

[@AnneClay]

Our pleasure!

[@leslieguerrero4046]

Hi,little tip for stainless steel. Endust! Lot of people don't know that it's actually a cleaner. It removes finger and smudges and shines.

[@AnneClay]

Thank you!!!

[@MegDesignsCA]

Mel was GREAT!!! Great tips!!!

[@AnneClay]

The best!