How do you dust your home?

Question

I know this sounds like a crazy question. But quite frankly, I'm tired of dusting!!! I dust and within minutes it seems like it's back. I do have a dog so I know that and people can cause quite a mess. So I am looking for hints.

Is it better to use paper towels, cloths, newspaper? What type of dust spray is best?

Any suggestions will be appreciated. I am at my wits end. I can't stand looking at dust, but I can't get rid of it. We do have carpets and we did wash them about 4 months ago. I don't want to get rid of the carpets, which I know will be a suggestion. There has to be another way!! Thanks!!!!!

Answer 1

I use a slightly-damp cloth to do my dusting. Since you apparently live in a naturally dusty area, you might want to look at getting some kind of anti-static spray and using that. Try washing your curtains and cleaning the filters to your heating and AC unit too, and cleaning or replacing the filters to your vacuum cleaner: A vacuum can kick up a lot of dust when something gets clogged.

If all of that doesn't work, you might even consider investing in an air cleaner unit and see if that helps pull dust out of the air.

Good luck!

Answer 2

Well, infrequently is my first answer.  But when I do dust, I use three things:  a lambs wool duster and take it outside often to shake it; the brush attachment on my hand-held Dirt Devil, because it vacuums the dust up instead of spreading it around (like for lampshades and stuff); and for decorative items that are delicate or intricate, I use a soft damp cloth and rinse it out frequently.

Also, I learned something a long time ago from a girl whom I thought was the last person who would know anything about house cleaning.  She said if you vacuum your carpet first, then when you dust you get everything the vacuuming stirred up.  Made so much sense, I wondered why I hadn't thought of it!!

;o)

Answer 3

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Answer 4

Dust has got me where you are and on occasion still does..

I have 2 dogs (medium,large) and 2 cats..

a older home hardwood floors and carpet only in master bed.

We also handle lots of paper and books in our home..

I discovered loads of dust coming from our printer and copier.

Also drywall dust due to wood trim and outlets and such coming away from walls.

Don't get me wrong here it has taken time to locate the different problem areas in our home.

I now brush our dogs/cats more frequently.

takes me a few minutes to wipe down windowsills and door frames to prevent build up and future dust falls.

Top to bottom is the best way to cover all dusting projects..

I have learned that damp and dry dusting with microfiber cloths and my vacuum cleaner are my best assets to dust..

A good cleaning with Scott's Liquid Gold Wood Cleaner & Preservative is help full on your hardwoods.

Blinds

ceiling fans

drapery

door frames

window sills

lamp shades

walls

I try to vacuum my bedroom daily..

Laundry room and areas I fold clothing are some of my worst spaces

remove all unused clothing from closets.

I properly stored blankets and clothing in fabric bags.

I bought good outdoor mats/rugs for outdoor front door and back which helps with the dogs and ourselves.

As for products well they make a slick surface.

I use to use endust on my floors however they were giving me physical symptoms lip and face numbness.

I stay away from them and have no need for them after purchasing microfiber cloths.

Good quality microfiber cloths have been the best.

I like the reusable rather than the paper.

When you wash them I reccommed no soap or low soap and no dryer sheets or fabric softner as this can change your experiece and satisfaction.

They also can pick up more water. I use microfiber towels when camping and at family outings..

Sorry about running on about them but they have changed our life..