What is the best way to clean and how to properly wipe dust in a house or apartment?

The dream of every housewife is to get rid of dust forever. But miracles don't happen. Even after general cleaning, microscopic particles return to their usual place, encroaching on the most precious thing - the health of household members.

There is an exit. The amount of dust can be kept to a minimum. This requires a systematic integrated approach, faithful assistants, a vacuum cleaner and a rag, and tips from experienced housewives.

We’ll tell you in this article how to properly wipe off dust, what products to use, and how to remove dust particles from the air.

How to delete?

Dust not only spoils the overall impression of the room, it harms the human body. Damage to the respiratory system, eyes, allergic reactions, invasion of dust mites - this is an incomplete list of problems that arise among the inhabitants of a house where cleaning is rarely carried out.

The housewife's faithful assistants:

• vacuum cleaner,
• microfiber cloth,
• fabric gloves,
• damp cloth,
• antistatic polish, which will prevent the accumulation of dust in large quantities.

From furniture

Dry cleaning is always carried out before wet cleaning. In order not to perform the same work twice, it is necessary to follow the order of surface treatment. You should get rid of dust on furniture after cleaning the ceiling, upper corners, lampshades and chandeliers.

When wiping dust, you need to move from top to bottom. Cleaning is carried out in the following order:

• cabinet surfaces, internal parts, shelves;
• tabletops, armrests, relief parts of furniture and fittings;
• bedside tables, coffee tables, chairs and ottomans.

Professionals say that a wet rag will leave streaks on the furniture, while a dry rag will raise dust particles into the air. Their recommendations are a slightly damp cloth, which will quickly and effectively cope with the task.

Particular attention should be paid to bookshelves. To avoid the need to dismantle the structure, it is necessary to regularly clean not only them, but also the contents with a vacuum cleaner with a convenient attachment.

To prevent dust particles from constantly hovering in the air, before cleaning you should close windows and doors, turn off electrical appliances that create a draft (fans, air conditioners).

In the air

The air is in constant movement. Microscopic particles move along with it, enter the upper respiratory tract of a person, settle on them and create serious problems.

There are several effective methods of air purification:

1. Systematic ventilation in the morning and evening hours.
2. Humidifying the atmosphere in the room, which contributes to the settling of small particles on the floor.
3. Use of an air purifier or filter with a multi-stage ionization and disinfection system.
4. Buying a powerful vacuum cleaner with an aqua filter will help cope with allergens in the room and make life easier for the housewife.

In hard to reach places

Not all dust is visible to the human eye. A large number of microparticles settle in hard-to-reach places, which First of all, you should pay attention to:

1. The space behind the batteries and ventilation grilles.The circulation and heating of dust particles leads to the appearance of a specific odor in the room.

   Cleaning should be done once a month using a vacuum cleaner and a long narrow attachment or a small mop-brush.

2. Surfaces above cabinets, upper shelves, mezzanines. Due to its high location, the space is rarely used or cleaned. The problem must be eliminated once a week with a slightly damp cloth.
3. Lighting. Requires dry processing once every 14 days. Before the procedure, they must be turned off and waited for cooling. A damp cloth is used only for serious contamination, subject to safety precautions.
4. Top edge of doors. Wipe with a damp cloth once every 7 days.
5. The space under furniture (sofa, bed, cabinets). Requires wet treatment at least once a week. If the distance from the floor to the piece of furniture does not allow the mop to penetrate, you can use a vacuum cleaner with a narrow nozzle. An alternative option is to rearrange the room while cleaning.

In addition to the listed places with high dust concentrations, there are also tulles, curtains, bedding and clothing. They must be systematically shaken out, ventilated in fresh air, washed and mercilessly disposed of unnecessary excess.

Effective folk remedies for cleaning

Experienced housewives believe that homemade cleaning compositions cope with the task no worse than industrial ones. They protect furniture surfaces, clean, care for them and remove static electricity, which attracts dust particles like a magnet.

Recipe No. 1:

• water – 200 ml;
• table vinegar (9% solution) – 50 ml;
• olive oil – 10 ml;
• essential oil (optional) – 2-3 drops.

Mix the ingredients and pour the resulting liquid into a spray bottle. Spray on furniture surfaces to prevent dust from settling.

Recipe No. 2:

• warm water – 1 l;
• medical alcohol – 10 ml.

Mix the ingredients. Apply the solution to a soft cloth, wring it out and treat the surfaces.

Recipe No. 3:

• water – 500 ml;
• glycerin – 5 ml.

Mix the ingredients, apply to the fabric and thoroughly treat the wooden furniture. The recipe is ideal for polished surfaces.

Preventing the settling of dust particles

To reduce dust accumulation on the surface, It is necessary to follow simple rules whenever possible:

1. Regularly get rid of unnecessary things (old clothes, bedding, dishes in closets, souvenirs, etc.).
2. In repairs, use finishing materials that are easier to handle dry and wet and retain less dust (linoleum, vinyl wallpaper, suspended ceilings).
3. Store the library behind tightly closed cabinet doors, preventing the spread of microparticles accumulated in the books.
4. Pack clothes in trunks and covers, clean and ventilate them before storage.
5. Don't leave windows open all day. Ventilation and constant access of air from a dusty street are two different things.
6. Check the condition of the seals on the entrance door to reduce the influx of dust particles from outside.
7. Keep shoes clean.
8. Carry out dry and wet cleaning regularly.

An important component in maintaining cleanliness is surface treatment with special products with an antistatic effect.

Mebelux

Wax-based polish for wooden surfaces. An inexpensive product for adding shine to furniture with an antistatic effect.Price for 300 ml 135 rubles.

Chirton Classic

Wax-based spray polish with antistatic effect in the form of a spray. Takes care of furniture and removes dirt. Price for 500 ml from 120 rubles.

Emsal

German furniture cleaner with antistatic agent. Cares, protects and prevents dust accumulation. Price for 265 ml from 250 rubles.

Advice from experienced housewives

To not give dust a single chance, Use these helpful tips:

1. It is better to replace a feather duster for cleaning small interior decorations with an electric one. This way microscopic particles will linger on the bristles and not float in the air. The device must be cleaned after each use.
2. Don't neglect cleaning hard-to-reach places. The back panel of a refrigerator or TV can accumulate harmful particles no less than the shelves of cabinets.
3. Do not wipe surfaces with a dry cloth. You must use water or a dust remover.
4. Do not use polish directly on the surface. It is better to spray it with a microfiber cloth and treat the furniture moving across the surface.
5. Clean the vacuum cleaner filter regularly. The recommended frequency is indicated in the device data sheet.
6. First wipe the dust, then vacuum, and not vice versa.

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Conclusion

Dust is one of the housewife’s main enemies. It is impossible to exterminate him. Sometimes it seems that this struggle is useless. But you can't give up.

Systematic surface care, modern technology, properly selected equipment and cleaning products will be beneficial. Dust will become a rare guest and will no longer be a threat to the health of households.