Let’s be honest—cleaning isn’t exactly at the top of anyone’s “fun things to do” list (unless you’re Monica from Friends). That’s why we’ve rounded up some clever, budget-friendly cleaning hacks from TikTok and Instagram
These genius shortcuts use simple ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen cupboards—no expensive specialist cleaners required. Ready to refresh your space without emptying your wallet? Let’s dive in!
DON'T THROW OUT LEFTOVER LEMONS
According to the passionate cleaning folks on TikTok and Instagram, here’s what you can do using just baking soda, lemons, white vinegar, dishwashing liquid and a few other kitchen staples.
Kitchen cleaning hacks
- Chopping boards: Tip from @procookuk
- The Microwave: Tip from @mamasfinders
- The Kettle: Tip from @what.sophie.does
- The Oven: Tip from @additivefreelifestyle
- Bins: Tips from @ramonisrael
Bedroom cleaning hacks
- Pillows: Tip from @homeaglow_
- Freshen Mattress: Tip from @purdyandfigg
Bathroom cleaning hacks
- The Shower: Tip from @peachycleanoffical
- Mirrors: Tip from @homewithchloex
- Sink drain: Tip from @judygilroy
Other cleaning hacks
- Washing machine: Tip from @what.sophie.does
- Sofa: Tip from @what.sophie.does
- 3 Lemon hacks: Tip from @anna_louisa_at_home
- 7 baking soda hacks: Tip from @sammy_lifestylemama
OUR TOP TIPS
- The 15-Minute Rule Break cleaning into 15-minute chunks rather than overwhelming yourself with an entire house clean. It’s amazing what you can accomplish in a few minutes.
- Don’t throw out old toothbrushes, you can clean shower tiles, grouting, trainers and loads more
- Always have baking soda, white vinegar, dishwashing liquid and lemons on standby. As you can see, you can clean a lot with these.
- Trouble getting those pesky marks off? Try a magic eraser, you can get these for cheap at Savers and they are great for cleaning the outsides of fridges, cupboards, kitchen tiles and kitchen benches.
- Follow #Cleantok for loads more hacks!
Please keep in mind, that while these hacks work for some people, they might not work as effectively for everyone! But we wish you well in your spring cleaning endeavours.
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