The Top 10 Deep Cleaning Tips to Rejuvenate Your Home

1. Dingy bathroom? Bathrooms can harbor mildew and soap scum from all the water and steam. Soak a cotton ball in a cleaning solution such as Tilex or white vinegar and baking soda. Then, using the soaked cotton ball and while wearing gloves, scrub the caulk around the tub and sink for a whiter bathroom.
2. Unsightly toilet? Toilet bowl rings, mineral deposits, and rust can be removed naturally with an all-natural pumice stick. You can even use it to scrub out stains on your concrete steps or porch. For a deeper clean, sprinkle 1/2 cup of borax into the bowl and let it sit overnight. Then, scrub with a toilet brush and flush. Make sure to dust and clean the outside of the toilet with a multi-purpose cleaner!
3. Living room looks shabby? Clean baseboards, walls, and window seals with a melamine foam like Magic Erasers. It acts as a mild abrasive to get rid of dark marks on walls and light switch panels (and a lot of other surfaces too!). If you are worried about scuffing your dark painted walls, a little warm water and dish soap-soaked cloth will remove some marks on dark walls. 
4. Peeling caulk? While you’re looking at the baseboards, windows, and bathroom, add a fresh bead of caulk where old caulk is starting to pull away. Caulk is used to prevent mold from growing in those tight corners where it is near impossible to clean.
5. Dim lighting? Light fixtures are great places for dust to live. Sometimes, a quick dusting will take care of them. However, if they need some more scrubbing, grab a rag that is damp (not soaking wet!) with some warm soapy water and wipe them down. Be sure to have the light off and cooled before cleaning! Have a trash bag ready for any dust to fall into.

6. Greasy kitchen? Stove tops can become caked with grease and stuck food residue from all those nights of family dinners. Before the holiday cooking begins and guests arrive, mix warm water, vinegar, and dish soap. Let this mixture sit for a few minutes and wipe down. This works for almost all types of stove tops. If you need some scrubbing, abrasive action, baking soda can help to scrub away stubborn grease. When was the last time you pulled out your stove and cleaned the sides and behind it? All the buildup can cause a stinky smell. Now is the time to clean with an all-purpose cleaner or the vinegar, water, and soap mixture. 
7. Microwave food splatters? Fill a microwave-safe container with water and vinegar, and/or lemon juice and microwave the mixture until it steams. The steam will help loosen the stuck food to make wiping easier.
8. Pet hair embedded in the carpet? When the vacuum just won’t get the stuck pet hair in the carpet, use a broom, and sweep with a little force. Often, broom bristles can grab the hair better than the suction of a vacuum can.
9. Musty mattress? Get the bed company-ready by sprinkling some baking soda and an essential oil of your choice (lavender is nice for sleep) and let it sit for an hour. Then vacuum it off the bed. Bonus: It works for the couch, too!
10. Dusty curtains? Instead of washing your curtains (sometimes that can damage them), use a lint roller or tape to grab dust! Curtains trap dust and pet hair, especially at the top. Freshening up your curtains helps keep your home smelling fresh and removes allergens. 

Bonus tip: Wipe down the inside seal at the bottom of the dishwasher door with some rubbing alcohol. Trust us.

As the holiday season approaches, now is the time to deep clean your home before all the guests arrive. Here at McCoy’s, we not only have what you need for your DIY projects, but we have all you need to keep your home clean and well maintained for years to come. Get off to a quick start by easily ordering cleaning products, rags, buckets, and scrubbers online, so all you have to do is get in, get out and get to work!