The Dust Dilemma
A couple of months ago, I moved into a new flat in Nottingham, UK, and I was absolutely thrilled. However, like in most house moves, when you begin to settle into your new home, you start to notice things and uncover features that you may not have seen upon first inspection. In my case, this was dust – lots and lots of dust – and I simply could not get rid of it.
I would use all the cleaning tips I’ve ever learned, but within days, and sometimes even hours, more dust would have settled onto the surfaces. It just wasn’t going away. I tried using a regular duster, cleaning wipes, and chemical sprays, but nothing would stop the dust from appearing everywhere in my home. And by the way, I know living with pets can cause homes to get dusty, but I’m not going to be getting rid of my cat, Geri, anytime soon.
A Dust-Busting Solution
When I was catching up with a friend and telling her about the move, I brought up the annoying dust issue, and she told me she uses a homemade cleaning spray that helps to keep surfaces cleaner for longer and prevents dust from settling. These were the words I needed to hear, and it’s made my new home so much easier to keep pristine.
This is the recipe for the homemade cleaning spray that’s solved my ever-mounting dust problem. I didn’t have to do much shopping to make up this homemade cleaning spray, and I was already cleaning with vinegar, so I always keep a bottle in the storecupboard. Here’s the full ingredients list and the lowdown on why it works.
The Dust-Busting Ingredients
- White vinegar: Vinegar is a natural cleaning agent that can effectively remove and prevent dust buildup.
- Essential oils (optional): Adding a few drops of essential oils like lemon or eucalyptus can help give your homemade spray a fresh, pleasant scent.
- Water: Diluting the vinegar with water creates a less harsh and more versatile cleaning solution.
How to Use the Dust-Busting Spray
Using the spray is a piece of cake, my friend assured me. “Just spray the mixture onto a microfiber cloth and work your way around the surfaces in your home – it’s that simple,” she said. She explained the spray cleans, but will help to repel the dust, keeping it away from surfaces for longer.
Of course, nothing can completely eliminate dust from the home – that is something I am just going to have to accept. However, my friend’s DIY homemade cleaning spray has meant less dust is accumulating between cleans. I’ve found all sorts of surfaces have stayed looking clean for longer, and when I do come to clean again, there’s less to deal with, which has been a real time-saver. There is still dust on the floor, of course, but it’s nothing a quick vacuum can’t sort.
The Dust-Busting Benefits
My verdict? Anything that can make the surfaces that little bit cleaner for longer is a win. A homemade cleaning spray can be one of the best things to use when dusting all around the home and when you’re cleaning a living room or cleaning a bedroom.
“A duster or dry cloth can just end up moving dust around instead of getting rid of it, so using a spray in combination with a microfiber cloth is the answer as it will help to fully remove it from your surfaces,” says Lucy Searle, global editor in chief of Homes & Gardens.
For spots that are hard to reach, try using a feather duster to dislodge dust and cobwebs and then the best vacuum to remove any dust that has settled onto the floor. Fabric softener spray, created through a mix of water and fabric softener, can also clean effectively. Spray onto your surfaces, wipe and then dry; the solution leaves surfaces clean and smelling good, too.
If you’re looking to repel dust from your baseboards, then try using the dryer sheet hack for a quick and effective way to banish dust. A wet cloth, or rather one that’s a little damp, is also better for dusting. A dry cloth can simply move the dust around, rather than completely removing it from surfaces, whereas a moist microfiber cloth or one that has been sprayed with a cleaning solution will pick up and trap the dust more easily – and it gives your surfaces a good clean at the same time.
So, if you’re struggling with dust in your Nottingham home like I was, I highly recommend trying out this homemade dusting spray. It’s easy to make, cost-effective, and works wonders in keeping your surfaces clean and dust-free for longer. Head over to Adam Cleaning’s website to learn more about their professional cleaning services in the Nottingham area. With a little help from this DIY dusting spray and Adam Cleaning, you can say goodbye to dust for good!
