Broom as Long Distance Duster
To dust crown moldings or in my case vaulted ceilings, place a microfiber rag over the broom's bristles and secure with a rubber band. Then use the long handle to dust areas that your arms can't reach!
Coaster as Drip Catcher
Catch the sticky stuff from bottles and jars in cupboards. No more shelves that require a full wipe-down after every spoonful of honey, caramel for latte (in our house!), or glug of olive oil.
Pillowcase as Ceiling Fan Duster
Slide an old case over a fan's blade then pull the fabric back, keeping all the dust and dirt contained. We don't have fans in our current house but several friends have tried this out and said it is an amazing tip!
Dryer Sheet as Scum Buster
Remove obstinate soap buildup from glass shower doors by sprinkling a few drops of water onto a used fabric-softener sheet and scrubbing. We don't have glass door for our shower currently but this helped our budget back in college!
Rubbing Alcohol as Permanent Marker Remover
Remove permanent marker from countertops and walls. Pour a bit of alcohol onto a cotton ball and rub on the stain. I would recommended doing a spot test on a hidden area first just to be safe.
WD-40 as Crayon Cleanup
To remove crayon marks apply just a small amount to almost any surface (plastic, metal, TV screens, freshly painted walls) and rub away with a clean cloth.
Salt as Wreath Duster
In spirit of the holidays which are right around the corner, here is a festival tip! Place a wreath of pinecones or faux evergreen in a paper bag with a 1/4 cup of salt. Fold the top of the bag over and gently shake the salt crystals will work off the dust!
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