1. Vacuum in both directions. If you don't, you're likely to miss small pieces of dirt and dust that get trapped under the fibers of your carpet. 

Looking for more vacuuming tips? Read about the seven most common vacuuming mistakes here.

2. Vodka can clean mildew and mold. Spray onto mold or mildew, wait ten minutes, and rinse clean to eliminate the problem.

Have an excess of vodka after the holidays? Here are 12 unexpected uses to clean your whole house.

3. Newspaper is not actually the best cleaner for glass. It can leave streaks and ink marks, so use rags or paper towels instead. 

We busted six more cleaning myths undefined read them here.

4. Replace your loofah! The fluffy cleaners are breeding grounds for all sorts of gross bacteria. Make sure to replace yours every few weeks.

Read more about the dirtiest places in your bathroom.

5. You can make your own all-purpose cleaner. Combine baking soda and water, and you'll never need to buy brand again. 

Want your cleaners to go completely homemade? Find more recipes here!

6. Reusable grocery bags are gross. (But only if you use them to carry meat!) Half of the bags tested carried disease-causing bacteria like E.coli. Ew!

What other secret spots in your kitchen are dirty? Find out here!

7. Clean... your house plants? Yes, really. Shine and dust their leaves to make sure they're living to their fullest potential. 

More at source: House Beautiful

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