(NAPSI)—These clever cleaning shortcuts can help you have both a sparkling clean house—and more time for yourself and your family.

Nurture Neglected Areas

Vents, walls and baseboards are often forgotten nooks and crannies where dust and grime collect. Use a vacuum extension hose to remove dust from vents and fans. Then wipe down baseboards with a damp cloth and spot clean walls.

Let It Go

Toys and clothing are typical clutter culprits. Focus on these and donate or ditch anything unused, outdated or outgrown. Trouble parting? Remind yourself that you’ll never have to clean these items again.

Shades of Success

Open and close shades and blinds frequently to shake off the dust that can accumulate on the fabric.

Tote Your Tools

Keep all your cleaning supplies together in a bucket or plastic box on wheels. That way, you won’t have to keep going back for another bottle, rag, bag or brush.

Deal With Dust

When you dust, work top to bottom and back to front so the dirt falls onto the floor. Clean the floor last.

Track Down Stains

Freshen flooring and furniture that have fallen to spots and spills. Opt for a multisurface stain remover such as Motsenbocker’s Lift Off that’s safe to use on carpets, upholstery and hard surfaces. Spray soiled areas, then blot dry.

Let The Sunshine In

Clean windows wiping side to side and avoid circular motions that create a static charge and attract dust to the surface. Choose a cleaning formula developed specifically for glass, such as Invisible Glass, that’s free of streak-causing soaps, scents and dyes.

Learn More

You can find more quick cleaning products and pointers online at http://www.invisibleglass.com.

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