Household Cleaning Hacks - The Top 5!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Check out this playlist of similar videos we made on DIY cleaning. More expert info. kzbin.info/aero/PLh1fKdNH3piQdMrsfdvLEVIfINonT748N

[@mrs.cordova8286]

I’m constantly ♻️ and donating. ✅

[@angelasambrano1013]

Thank you Angela! I am a professional house cleaner and one of my hacks for cleaning a gunky microwave is to take about two or three paper towels and get them wet throw them in the microwave for about 45 seconds. Let it set for another minute in the microwave and then wipe everything out with the steamed paper towels.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Great tip! I appreciate you sharing it. 😊

[@vivianhudacek1556]

Maintenance is KEY! Little steps daily make such a difference!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

YES! What you said. Thanks for the reminder. Cleaning is meant to enhance the quality of our lives. 👏👏👏

[@alisontaylor9167]

Your one touch suggestion, is the same as my grandmother taught us. Her phrase was don't put it down, put it away. Excellent advice.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You have a very wise grandmother. Thanks for sharing this. :-)

[@giselec.7806]

This lady is absolutely amazing!!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much for your kind words. And thanks for watching. Sending hugs. 🤗

[@djw8591]

She’s gold!!!

[@Sistergirl787]

Isn't she!? I'm falling in love with cleaning! 🤪

[@pamwood3956]

Agreed! I watch her videos over and over.

[@melindaportuondo984]

Your amazing an have taught a ton! I am just starting out im goin on my 7th client! Yay! Lol. Only issue I am having is i have a client that i charge a specific amount for weekly. However, tues is normal house cleaning. Stuff Thursdays are a "project" and they think I am going to do the project Thursday for the same price I do a normal cleaning! I am not sure how to let them know. Due to me just starting

[@cathydavis1877]

Worked for 26 years in school kitchen, if it is in your hand, PUT it where it goes!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I LOVE this. What a great idea. Thanks for sharing this. 👏😍

[@kaseyc1350]

I always ask myself, "will it take less than 3 min. to do?" And it wild how often I will immediately do something after I recognize it's a less than 3 min commitment.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I know, right? That's such a good thought process to have.

[@janefarrer2868]

Maintanance mode when in comes to cleaning is the key👍💕

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for sharing your feedback and thanks for watching the video.🙂

[@pattyharris7443]

I just put my shower liner in the washer last week n hung it back up to dry along with hanging a new outer pretty shower curtain 😉 n after waiting so long ( I don't know why 😓) I finally bought some microfiber cloths n I always do a daily quick cleaning of my sink n toilet BUT EVERY TIME I WASH MY HANDS I'VE GOT TO WIPE THE SINK N FACET DRY BCUS I LOVE THE SHINE THE MICROFIBER CLOTH LEAVES! 😘. I've also started scrubbing the kitchen floor (I can only do sections at a time everyday on my hands n knees) but I'm getting up so much dirt n grim from using "floor wax" for 3yrs n it's getting AMAZINGLY SO CLEAN n looking new now it's put me in the "LET'S GET THIS DONE HAPPY MOOD" to do EVERYTHING! Lov your tips n suggestions, they are AWESOME n I Thank you for sharing. 👍🙋😉✌💜

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I love this! Thanks so much for writing in to share your exciting housecleaning projects. Keep me posted on your future cleaning projects! 🤗

[@lindamcmahon9841]

I do all of these!! I don’t even have to do Spring Cleaning anymore. A few extra minutes everyday makes it so much easier.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yes!! Maintenance is far easier than letting it all build up - then trying to find the time to deep clean. I love your style. Thanks for the inspiration. 😍

[@tropezando]

As a person with short limbs and bad joints, I cannot explain the rage I have when my lazy family refuses to cover their food and splatters all over the microwave. It is such a pain to balance on a stepstool and reach in there to clean.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh no...sorry to hear that you have to deal with this. I hope that they help out soon.

[@Nina-hk7ub]

Try a whole food plant based diet to reduce inflammation & improve your health.

[@lindafarella220]

I'm loving your videos. I don't have a cleaning business--I'm watching for the cleaning tips. Thanks you so much!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Awesome, glad you like them! Thank you so much for watching!

[@christinemadrazo6755]

Love the one touch system. Thanks for sharing.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! And thank you for watching the video. 🙂

[@artsylady1747]

Omg that one touch rule is a life changer!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

It is! Thanks for watching. 😊

[@irlenemm]

I read about the one touch method months ago. Wow what a difference it has made for me. I was surprised at how extra work I was making for myself.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching the video.🙂

[@2Ryled]

I use shower hand wand/hot water to go over tub/surround after a shower. Gets rid of soap scum so not drying like iron in there. Also chek bathroom fan. If u take 1 single toilet paper sheet, throw it up in air towards running ceiling fan. It should suck it up. If not, fan grate needs cleaned, or more likely fan motor replaced. They only last maybe 10yrs. If its sucking tissue up its working. A working bathroom fan will wick away steam/help stop mold. I learned that from carpenter friend. He said to buy bigger fan than what u need for rm. Also said if grout is moldy - replace. The mold retardant is gone. Grout doesn't last forever and shouldn't need heroic efforts to keep mold free. Grout is probably cracking/pulling away from tile leading to mold/water damage. Some tubs/shower stalls need replaced after 10yrs if it takes huge effort to clean. I couldnt keep shower clean. It was 35yrs old. Clear coating wore off. Had replaced, now its a breeze to clean.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Great tips. Thanks for sharing. You're right about the grout - it doesn't last forever.

[@NorwegianGrannie]

Greetings from Norway! 🇳🇴 Love, love, love your videos and advice! Thank you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hello Aina, Thank you so much for the kind words and for taking the time to watch and drop me a line. It's so great to meet you here. Welcome and warm greetings from the USA! 😍

[@TSchra37]

Once touch method, I am going to have my kids watch this! Everything else WOW! Also, I am binge watching your videos tonight!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@teresalyon6635]

Best way to clean your electric cooker hub after you ve cooked

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Teresa, Is your stove top ceramic? Here is a video I made on how to clean one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGqoeJ1_e8aArdE

[@lynnepaulocsak122]

You're such an encouragement!! Thank you!!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much for your kind words, I appreciate it! 🤗

[@loriaculver1710]

Watching your video teaches me so much and the way you show and explain is very detailed. Thank you! One touch mind set sounds great

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for your awesome feedback!

[@StargrazersSpeckleParks]

Never go empty handed. So always carry something to the part of the house you’re going to and out it away. A place for everything and everything in its place

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Unless of course the house is tidy and there is nothing to carry with you to that part of the house. Yes, everything in its place. 👏👏👏

[@cathydavis1877]

Yes Yes Yes. I do same bathroom tips every day, an act of love & service for the next person that uses the bathroom! Think of others!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yes, I love this!! Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@DeniseNissiYahColeman]

I am sooooo grateful I found this channel today. I have found so many helpful tips and mindsets.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I'm so happy you found our little corner of the internet! Thanks for watching. :-)

[@janethunt4037]

You are always so encouraging. I'm working on getting my bathroom under control, and great to learn these tips about keeping it under control.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I try my best. So glad to know that my videos have been useful to you. It seems like you are doing well. Continue to keep doing what you are doing.

[@cindy1274]

Yes! I've learned that if I get something new to get rid of something keeps me away from hoarding lol

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for sharing. Sending hugs. 🤗

[@carrie3537]

Thank you. This is all great advice. All things i need to work on.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're so welcome! Glad it was helpful, you got this!!

[@natalialopes719]

I always step out of my shower after showering and while the shower is wet ice Ouija the whole thing and then after I dry myself off I take my towel and dry off the whole shower. And then hang up the wet towel is just my water in there so doesn't matter. And I use a fabric waterproof shower liner and I always keep a bottle with water and a small amount of bleach it's sprayed on the bottom of my shower curtain occasionally to keep away all the mold and mildew. It works great

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Wow...seems like you have a nice routine there. Thanks for sharing it with us!

[@marycahill546]

You are the best! Thanks for the shower curtain tip.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much for your kind words. And thanks for watching. 🙂

[@TanyaCochran-p9r]

Excellent suggestions. I do most of them and it really saves time--- plus it makes things looks neat.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Glad you liked it!☺

[@HeronCoyote1234]

I keep a clean microfiber cloth draped over the hand towel bar at the end closest to the bathroom sink. When I’m done, I do a quick wipe with the cloth and hang it back up to dry. I change it out every few days, or earlier if really grody. Same with the kitchen sink, except I have it sitting on one of those racks you use to double the vertical space in cupboards.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Great tips! Thank you so much for sharing them❤

[@blairwillis9199]

I LOVE a clean house and clean sheets! Good idea about the bathroom every day!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Right?! Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching. 🙂

[@gm7304]

Merry Christmas to me today your videos are a gift to me🎁everyday🎁 These are for you 💐🌸💮🌷🌼🌻🌺🥀🌹Thank You Angela Brown.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Wow, what a lovely display. THANK YOU and Merry Christmas in return. 🎄😍

[@marciafischbeck7653]

When I decide to turn an old t-shirt into a rag, I slice through the front neck band so when it's in the laundry it doesn't make it's way back into the drawer again

[@AskAngelaBrown]

That's a great tip. Thanks for sharing that. 👏👏👏

[@gldnglow]

😶 I am so guilty of mail clutter. That is what I'm going to work on in the coming year. Just threw out an entire Chewy box filled with old mail.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Good for you...stay on track! You got this!

[@gldnglow]

@@AskAngelaBrown Thanks!

[@stuartpierce121]

Love these jack's. Thanks Angela Jennifer 🤩

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks! 😊

[@deja3963]

I was originally taught to clean with the "cloth and sink of soapy water" method so cleaning the inside of the microwave was a pain in the ass. But after working with a company I learned the "spray and wipe" method and oh boy is it 1,000 times easier. Just hose the microwave down with all purpose spray or degreaser of choice and wipe away. The steam bowl method mimics this but this way you don't have to wait forever and deal with a hot bowl.

[@cristallarsen609]

I throw in a wet rag with some dawn and put it in the microwave for 20 seconds. Easy to clean.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for commenting.

[@jackyleblanc6460]

IMO the residue goes on food. Vinegar is safe

[@1brokenbychrist]

These tips really help!! Thank you for doing these videos! You’re amazing. :)

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're so welcome, I'm glad you like them! 🤗 Thank you for watching! 🙂

[@kathleenegge37]

Hi Angela; I love how you get to the point. Quick question any idea's how you clean the wall behind the toilet tank? Anything besides a stick with a cloth. thank you Kathleen

[@judysbakeryandtestkitchen1654]

Awesome, thank you! Angela, I’ve been Decluttering for a few years. Today I bought a blouse that I just loved (Costco!). But I’ve pared down my wardrobe to just the clothes I love. I’m having a tough time letting go of one of my old favorites. That hasn’t happened in years.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Kudos to you for narrowing down your wardrobe. I think we all have the same problem with one specific item. Ask yourself...when did you last wear it, will you wear anytime soon, do you wear it often? After that you will now if you keep it or not. Thanks for watching!

[@gailbrown2949]

Really good suggestions, thank you

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks. It was a game-changer for me...and I suppose started me on a thread of writing that would stay with me to this day. 🤗

[@ChocolateJewels]

OMG, I’m trying the shower curtain/vinegar/washing machine trick tomorrow.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Let me know how it turns out! 🤗

[@MashaSolomonova]

Angela!!! The haks Is great 👍 thank you for sharing!!! Today will try before sleep instead of put clothes down will hookup ✋🏼

[@2Ryled]

I like using purple heart. They come to yor house to take items. No schlepping across town.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yes. And some other places like the Salvation Army do home pick up as well. Thanks for sharing this tip. Great for those who don't have a truck. :-)

[@cindy1274]

My brother bought me a microwave lid it works great! Angela thanks for all u do!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

So glad to read your comment about the microwave lid. It’s such a timesaver : )

[@cfairc7562]

We bought a set of microwave covers/lids from Amazon. All different sizes

[@mygreekteacher483]

Τhank you for helping me empotionally with this, your job is a blessing for your fellow humans..

[@AskAngelaBrown]

What a lovely thing to say. Thank you for spending a few minutes of your day here with me and for taking the time to drop me a line. 🤗

[@MariaReyes-jp4lb]

This is such a great video. Thank you so very much. Where have you been during my entire life?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! And thank you for watching the video. 😊

[@lourdescintron4882]

All good ideas but one (my personal ick!) I wouldn't use the sponge used to clean the sink and the toilet.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for sharing your feedback and thanks for watching the video.🙂

[@vickieturner1249]

I think the brush is for toilet & paper towels for mirror, counters & toilet seat.

[@vickieturner1249]

No ick to it 😉

[@johiggins661]

Petty

[@carolconklin2346]

Thanks so much!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@glassanddiaphane]

Awesome hacks. I have a question, how do I properly clean the inside of the oven? Thank you.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Check out these 2 videos: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4u7qGRpoLZnqMk kzbin.info/www/bejne/amfHYqqAnsisqNk

[@dcrambishwasray8765]

Awesome

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks!

[@emilyc9380]

I know everyone loves the shower glass squeegee. My boyfriend is an installer of shower doors for a glass company. He says squeegees scratch, and that there are special squeegees that don’t scratch. Could you investigate and clarify what in the world he is talking about. Of coarse he doesn’t know a non scratch squeegee brand. So I use a microfiber. 😑

[@mebythesea5]

Thank you, Angela! I learn something new with each video always wishing I would have known this hint years ago… I am wondering how you keep your scrubby sponges clean and fresh. Do you let them dry in the bathroom cupboard? Do you throw them in the washing machine? Thanks again☺️

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi Maureen, the sponges can go right in the dishwasher on a heat cycle with your heavy duty resin scrub brushes, drill bit brushes, OXO Deep Cleaning brushes and steamer attachments.

[@mebythesea5]

I had no idea any of those things could go in the dishwasher! Thank you so much,Angela!!☺️

[@awsnmsecretary7046]

I heard about the OHIO method (Only Handle It Once)! Getting better at it, but not there yet. Thanks for the tips.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for sharing this acronym. I hadn't heard this one but it's memorable. Keep up the great work. I'm proud of you. 👏👏👏

[@rachelolvera9435]

Interesting

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Glad you think so, thanks for watching!

[@Cat-yn5jc]

Lately I have been scrubbing the inside of my toilets with Dawn Powerwash foam spray dish detergent (a bottle I designated for bathrooms only). It seems to work really well and only a spray or two goes a very long way. How do you feel about using dish detergent for this? Are there any drawbacks? Could it be bad for my plumbing?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

No. There is no harm to using Dawn Powerwash in your toilet. This would be similar to washing dishsoap down the kitchen sink. It is diluted enough that it would be nearly pH neutral - and it may give the toilet any extra cleaning power you need while using a toilet brush. Great question.

[@debikirkwood9784]

What would you recommend for cleaning Tile grout?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Do you know about Grout-eez? Here is the paid link amzn.to/3A4tyVL so you can see what it looks like. It's great for sealed grout on ceramic tile.

[@LoveLife-gv8jg]

Shower curtain hack..yayyy They get nasty

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yes, they do! Yuck! Thank you for watching the video. 🙂

[@cindy1274]

Great! Idea. I need to try this.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for watching the video. Let me know how it works out when you try it. 🙂

[@zachkrueger8611]

I love using a bowl of water for my microwave

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for sharing this tip. 👍

[@leighsutherland6222]

Do not put plastic shower curtain liners in the washing machine! This causes damage- rips, tears, etc. It is more cost effective to purchase a fabric liner. They look better and wash like clothing. Plastic liners a cheap looking anyway.

[@irinam8709]

That's exactly what I wanted to say! I have my ikea fabric shower curtain for already 10 years. I just wash it in the washing machine sometimes and it still looks like a new one.

[@pattyharris7443]

Leigh Sutherland Hi, I've always used a clear "thick" liner on the inside of my shower n of course a nice material one on the outside n I always put the clear liner in the washer with a couple towels n it always comes out like new, so maybe it might be the cheaper liners that tear or rip, in that case I would be sure to just buy a new thick liner.( I've got to have a liner to keep the water in the shower n tub) as to not have to put the pretty outside curtain in to drip dry in the tub n not on the floor. Hope that makes sense, I was " just saying" 👍🙋😏✌💜

[@blueconversechucks]

Washing my cheap plastic liner in the washing machine works totally fine.

[@2Ryled]

They give off nasty smell when brand new too. Ugh. That can't be good for lungs.

[@vickieturner1249]

@@pattyharris7443 I am a clean geek and I have used both. I always use a washer with couple of towels works great! Some people won't purchase nothing but plastic & don't clean because lack of knowledge or don't care. Yes. I agree with you I double hang. I add sm a little amount of clorox if I am out of vinegar in wash. I put vinegar bowl in microwave 5 minutes & wipe down.

[@jamesm.3967]

I like your style.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you and thanks for watching. 🙂

[@anamatias-lq2hf]

Thank you ❤ I learned a lot from you video ❤ I’m no longer using bleach Unless I really needed it

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Glad I could help😊

[@naturalhealing9970]

Looking for a flexible hand held cleaning tool, I need it to clean my rim joist and only have a 1.'5" space to navigate the tool through, but I need it to form an L shape. Any idea of where I could find this?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

+Natural Healing What about an electric toothbrush? It wouldn’t form an L shape, but you might be able to get the results with a spinning head of an electric toothbrush. Will that work?

[@pattyiittace2439]

Bought old house musty smell what do I use to wash walls wood boards everything

[@AskAngelaBrown]

An ozone generator might help with the musty smell. Here is a video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIbQl4psl9xkhsk Do you have hardwood floors? Do you have plaster or drywall (or something else like wood paneling) for the walls?

[@evasochocki5209]

How do you clean a painted pitted brick wall?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Eva, What are looking to clean off the wall? Is it dusty? Or splattered with food or grease?

[@evasochocki5209]

@@AskAngelaBrown ground in dirt, grime mostly. It is a low wall and people sit on it and sometimes unfortunately put their feet on it with shoes. The wall is white I've tried using a scrub brush with Dawn and with Mr clean but I don't see any difference . Also a lot of dust in the cracks

[@angiemiller2478]

How can I clean my stained wooden oven hood that is caked on sticky grease

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Krud Kutter is a great degreaser that I recommend for tasks like that - amzn.to/4hkxrtd (paid link*)

[@shadetreelawncare8516]

how do you recommend cleaning berber carpets?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Do you mean which type of vacuum attachment or are you referring to a stain on the carpet?

[@dawnhernandez3633]

Does covering food in the microwave count as the one touch rule . ? 😶

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Lol....good one! Thanks for watching!

[@HeronCoyote1234]

Great hacks. Now if I could only get my family to follow suit. I end up cleaning up after everyone else. “Frustrating” doesn’t begin to describe it.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I hope you got your family to follow suit! Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching the video.🙂

[@2Ryled]

Time to have a come to Jesus meeting that they need to pitch in. No whining, no shirking, no acceptions.

[@mariarobinson4619]

How did you get started in the cleaning business..?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I was waiting tables at a restaurant and a waiter friend had a cleaning business. She hired me for one day and I realized I could make better money cleaning than at the restaurant.

[@SairajrenukaSairajRenuka]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for watching the show and leaving a comment. 👍

[@asun41966]

I don't care for powder cleanser its time consuming to rinse and there always seems like residue is left

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Everyone has their preferences when it comes to cleaning products. It’s great there are so many available. What products do you like to use?

[@galemaurer2820]

We call the one touch system OHIO. Only Handle It Once. LOL

[@AskAngelaBrown]

That’s a great tip! Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@Anonymous-zi5wr]

Goodwill is awful. Don't give to Goodwill.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for joining the conversation.