One hard truth about trying new cleaning hacks is that sometimes they do not work and leave a bigger mess. That’s an outcome everyone wants to avoid. So, how do you know which hacks work? It’s simple; you opt for popular ones that are sure to give the right results. So, read on to know some easy yet brilliant cleaning hacks that can help you tidy your space quickly and with minimum effort.

1. Get rid of the pet hair with rubber gloves
The love of a pet is like no other, but pets shed a lot, and fur all over the house can make any place look messy. To overcome this problem, most people invest in expensive pet vacuums. But if you don’t have the budget for a new vacuum, here’s a straightforward and economical hack to help you pick up all the pet hair: Use rubber household gloves. Wear gloves and run your hands over the surface you wish to clean. In no time, you will see the pet fur collecting into a ball that you can then throw away.

2. Chemical-free oven cleaning
Ovens need deep cleaning every once in a while. So, pre-heat it at 200 degrees Celsius. Now, take an oven-safe bowl and fill it with water. Put it inside the oven and shut it for 45 minutes. After 45 minutes, let your oven cool down. Finally, using a clean cloth, wipe all the loosened dirt.

3. Use olive oil to buff surfaces
Olive oil has several nutritional benefits. But it is also a cleaning agent. It works well on stainless steel items, like appliances, pans, pots, etc. Take a soft cloth and put some olive oil on it. Rub it in a circular motion to buff the dirty spots and make the utensils look brand new.

4. Use lemons for sanitizing the garbage disposal
If the garbage disposal hasn’t been cleaned for a while, the odor can spread across the kitchen. You can now get rid of this disposal odor easily, leaving behind a citrusy, clean aroma. Just put a few drops of lemon and vinegar mixture into the garbage disposal works to get rid of the odor. You can also make ice cubes of the mixture for later use.

5. Use coffee filters to clean glass
Windows and mirrors tend to look cloudy over time. Usually, people try cleaning them with a glass cleaner or paper towels, but this method usually leaves behind spots and streaks. So, the next time you have to give your windows a shine, clean them with coffee filters and achieve a spot-free glass.

6. Revive your grimy baking sheet
You can revive your baking sheet and make it look sparkly clean by sprinkling some baking soda on it. Follow it with hydrogen peroxide and another light sprinkle of baking soda. Leave it for a few hours. Now, wipe off the mixture and food residue with a sponge or a rag.

7. Clean your toilet with essential oils
Using essential oils can be an excellent DIY method for a sparkly toilet. Take a cup of baking soda, add a tablespoon of orange or lemon oil and an equal amount of tea tree essential oil. Pour it into the bowl and let it sit for half an hour. Before flushing, scrub the toilet well using a bowl brush.