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If you’re like me who’d rather spend their time doing virtually anything else in this world than household chores, this post is going to challenge us. Treat this as an inspiration to finally get your home in order or a feel-good fix for your inner neat freak, because what could be a better time than before we fully immerse ourselves into the winter festive season?
In fact, there’s a whole online group with 153k members which is basically “your one-stop destination for all things cleaning and tidying.” Named r/CleaningTips, the subreddit is a place people go and ask for help, share their tips and pictures, and learn how to clean better. Most importantly, “This is a positive, encouraging and wholesome community,” they promise in the description, so no, your week-old socks casually chilling on the counter won’t shock them.
So let’s get ready to dive deep into the satisfying before and after tidying pictures, from people who cleaned up their depression room and opened a sparkling blank new page to brushing kitchen appliances and giving them a whole new life. And be sure to share your own cleaning tips and tricks if you have some in the comments below!
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#1
It Actually Works
Allen Lavine 4 years ago
I was ready to go clean my pan and mess my wife head up but then I thought if this works she'll want me to do all of them and I'm binge watching family guy
Alexei Arntzen 4 years ago
Bar Keeper's Friend. $3 a container and will save you from buying a new pan and keep your crap out of the landfill.
Grant Barke 4 years ago
Only way to clean that pan is with a sand blaster set to maximum. Might need to add some diamond dust to the sand too.
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#2
Cleaned My Depression Room After Months
Debbie Barnes 4 years ago
I've been in a similar situation and I know the effort it can sometimes take just to bend down and pick clothes up,so we'll done you... Your room is beautiful..
Monic Krugell 4 years ago
I just plopped down on my couch after a super long week with my husband in hospital for surgery and my sons for some reason hyperactive. Your beautiful room just inspired me to go and ensure a clean and tidy welcoming room for hubby to come home to tomorrow. Job well done!!
MyOpinionHasBeenServed 4 years ago
So comforting and cozy. I know it doesn't get rid of depression but it sure makes you feel you got something done and you feel like it's a start.
Juan Alcorta 4 years ago
I was depressed and my house was a mess. I asked a house maid service to help me clean up my house ´cause I wasn´t able to do it on my own. She cleaned my house and left me a small bouquet of flowers everyday. She cleaned my soul. You never know where help will come from.
Louloubelle 4 years ago
My daughter also suffers from depression, and anxiety. Her room looks incredibly similar to this. I'm talking about the color scheme, etc. And also, the before. She too managed to clean it, once she had the correct meds.
D Barton 4 years ago
Good for you, pass your energy over my way. 2 parents passing 18 months apart and two serious car accidents (not my fault) all my rooms look like this after sqeezing inherited stuff in my place that I need to go through. :(
Stephanie IV 4 years ago
So sorry for your loss. You have so much grief to adjust to. Tidiness isn’t all in life. It helps with feeling safer, though. Maybe you’ll find a friend, or help from your congregation, or a professional organizer once you feel you want to tackle your space. Take your time. It’s hard and maybe right now you just want to be sad. It’s allowed to be sad in a chaotic house. It’s ok to be overwhelmed. Phone a help line if you feel you’ve got no one.
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criminalgirl 4 years ago
It automatically makes you feel better when you finally find the energy to clean up, but depression can be so debilitating. Good luck.
Miss Frankfurter 4 years ago
Going through the same thing with my depression going on for a long time during covid. My entire home was a mess with in one room there was hardly room to walk on the floor. I was beyond discouraged. This may sound trite, I don't mean it to be. But it did start with the simple Admiral William McRaven saying. First make your bed. It's hard, but I forced myself. Didn't do the whole bedspread thing. Just pull up the sheets & blankets & folded them neatly over. Every time I walked out of the room I turned to looked at that nice made bed. Regardless of how the rest of the room looked, there was this nicely made bed. Eventually, with each passing day, looking at it started to make me feel a little better. I kept on with other little things & after, look at it during the day & felt better. Now, everyday the bed is made. It's a habit now. Clean sink before bed. I've had to work my way up. One day at a time. Weeks. But with each small thing I feel better & can keep it up. First, I made my bed.
#3
I Did It. After Months Of Severe Depression, I Did It
jUst MEat 4 years ago
I understand you brother / sister. I did 6 years. I'll let you imagine the conditions. Now I'm out, all by myself, and my house is shining. I love being able to lay on the floor. Something that has remained impossible for 6 years. It has a very profound sense.
Geraldine Morris 4 years ago
Well done❤️ what I do is set the kitchen timer for 30 minutes each day and stop when the timer goes off that way I don't get to overwhelmed x
Kerry Bullen 4 years ago
That must feel so good! I'll get there too, thanks for the inspiration x
Monic Krugell 4 years ago
I once heard someone say somewhere that the same things can give you so much more joy if it is clean. Now when I note a depressive mess developing, I just try and repeat that to myself over and over until it sinks in, because it is in fact true. :-)
Miss Frankfurter 4 years ago
This is beyond fantastic!! Great work. And it's so difficult to start with even one small thing. The strength and determination is evident. Stand and look at your rooms everyday. A really good look. It helps to keep you going.
buttonpusher 4 years ago
I know the feeling. You feel crap about the state of the room but you don't have the energy or motivation to clean it up.
With autumn blues kicking in, it’s easy to lose your motivation to do things, especially the ones that were never your favorite in the first place. For many people, it’s household chores. While others find joy in organizing things and sparkling transformations that take the house to a whole new level of order, others struggle to lift their finger and start.
So in order to find out where to look for that much-needed inspo to get your home in order, we spoke with Ivanka Siolkowsky, a professional organizer who helps others find that same inner peace in their daily lives. Ivanka is a former elementary school teacher who says her life was transformed when she began learning the many benefits of minimalism and organization.
#4
Fixing Cat Scratch Marks To Couch Using Felting Needle: Before And After
Jessica Gunn 4 years ago
Lots and LOTS of time poking and stuffing all those loose threads back into the couch with a with a needle specially designed for poking and stuffing
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DonS 4 years ago
My cat was using the couch as a scratching post, even though she has a bunch of other in the home, and noticed she was obsessed with my groceries bag (reusable one made with fabrics). I put a couple on the floor near the couch with a carpet and magic happened! She stopped using my couch and started using the bags with the carpet. Now I'm gonna try that trick to repair the damage.
#5
Gave Up On Cleaning And Decided To Scrape It Off And Reseal It; Thought You Guys Would Appreciate A Satisfying Before/After Pic
Paul C. 4 years ago (edited)
Sealing is not hard to do, Cut the old sealant away with a Stanley knife. The trick is not to squeeze too much along the place to be sealed. Enough to fill the gap with a little surplus, release the pressure on your sealant gun, as filler will continue to come out. Wet your finger and run it along the filled gap and have plenty of old rags for wiping up, or strong kitchen paper.
Oopsydaisy 4 years ago
That looks like a totally different bathroom to me. The floor is different, the basin looks different, and the skirting board is definitely different.
Daniel (ShadowDrakken) 4 years ago
The trick is peroxide and/or vinegar (separately, do not mix!). Chlorine bleach doesn't get rid of mold, it just removes the color from it. Chlorine bleach also can't get into most surfaces and just sits on top.
#6
I Was Recently Diagnosed With Severe Adhd And Given Meds For It. And Now My Whole House Has Been Scrubbed For The First Time.... Ever
Marika Miettinen 4 years ago
Ohh, I'm still waiting to get ADHD meds. Got the diagnosis 3 months ago, but still no meds because my psychiatrist sort of stopped working at the psychiatric unit, and now I'm waiting to meet another one. Trying to learn ADHD coping mechanisms and all kinds of methods to get organized is fricking hard when your head is still the same head it's always been and you've already tried all the methods multiple times over the years and they just don't work..
Bob Bobbs 4 years ago
One thing that helps me is putting everything in a big box, not trying to sort everything right away. Once the space is cleared, I clean and then sort the box in big groups. Works also if I have to clean the whole flat. Anything that belongs in the bathroom goes in the box, etc. Dividing tasks/ objects in big groups works better than one tiny object at the time. And not trying to have everything perfectly organise leave that for when you'll have your meds. Don't organise things in a way that you won't do, but rather in a way that will work for you based on your habits. Ex. If you know you won't sort your silverware everytime put them in a tray all together. Still better than leaving them in the sink. Hope it'll helps. I still struggle with organising things but this system definitely helped me.
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DDmaybeandor 4 years ago
This gives me hope. I know I have ADHD but as an adult I feel stupid about getting tested. I need meds because I can't succeed in what I need to do (online classes) without them. I'm also a terrible housekeeper. I put off cleaning because I know once I start, I'll be at it until 4 in the morning and one small area will be a showcase while everything else will still look like a tornado hit it.
Jessica Gunn 4 years ago
One small area is just as good. Start small and take your time :)
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Tracy Lynn 4 years ago
Adhd myself and adderall was a god send but you have to find someone who does CBT for adults with adhd. Once a week for ten weeks and it'll change your life
Tanya Venter 4 years ago
Well done!! My ADHD medication changed my life. However still a struggle.
Shamus 4 years ago
My 21 year old daughter is very intelligent but motivation and job starting is impossible. The basement is exactly like the above. She says she cannot move on it alone and can't see it the way we do and "doesn't care". We are by no means neat and super clean but this is getting worse and harming our relationship. I suspect her university issues and this is due to ADHD but the psychiatrist won't start Wellbutrin and doesn't buy the ADHD idea. Now she sits in life not feeling any motivation and not caring. Looking into Kava Kava as suggested. It helps to see that sahe is not alone.
GenericPanda09 4 years ago
Well done...... and that room looks great. I'm imagining having to go up attic stairs to get to it... and once you're there...it inspires effort in you? It does me.
“Online is a beautiful place to start. Many professional organizers, like myself, have social media channels where we offer tips and tricks for how to navigate through your organizing journey,” Ivanka suggested. “Once you see the results of clients we’ve worked with, and see that it IS possible, this might give you motivation to begin the journey!”
#7
Relief From A Four Day Migraine Means... 30 Minute Cleaning Session!
Jessica Gunn 4 years ago
FOUR DAY MIGRAINE?!?! Good Gawd! I could NOT handle that! I really feel for migraine sufferers, that is awful. Lovely room thoug :-))
Gabby M 4 years ago
I can NOT imagine 4 days!!! Mine feel like someone shaking a box of rocks. My head being the box.
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Sergio Bicerra 4 years ago
Right? I waste 5 minutes just tyding my bed and OP did this in 30 minutes? Impressive.
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LJ Robinson 4 years ago
I'm glad you're feeling better, and you should be seriously happy with yourself! Doesn't it just feel better somehow?
#8
Finally Handled The Depression Nest - Which Was Basically The Whole Apartment At One Point
Vicky Z 4 years ago
It's shocking how many people suffer from depression and have to live like this.... I'm glad some of them have the strength to try and improve their life...It's not easy It's an everyday struggle
My Name Is Mars 4 years ago
I've had Major Depressive Disorder since I was 14. I'm 40 now and not much better. My bedroom is a mess of clothing. 75% of my room is clothes strewn about. It kills me to admit this, especially on the internet to strangers, but it's my life. Years of switching meds, psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and one thankfully unsuccessful suicide attempt have not made things better. Just today my 19 year old niece offered to help me clean. You don't know what it means to me to have even a stranger acknowledge that it's the depression that causes many of us clinically depressed people to live in messy spaces, that it's not laziness, etc. I've been told time and time again that it's pure laziness when it is in fact the depression.
Load More Replies... GenericPanda09 4 years ago
Bet you felt on top of the world after accomplishing this... nice one.
Sharron Lindsay 4 years ago
Well done you. I also have depression and I know how much effort that must have taken but doesn't it feel good! When I'm feeling really low I try to use my 30 seconds approach - what small thing can I do in 30 seconds. Sometimes in a low day it's the smallest of things that feel like an achievement
Stephanie IV 4 years ago
It probably is very depressing, after a while. Does the thought of getting on top of this make you overeat in front of the telly in your bathrobe? Or do you flee from your space and aimlessly drift about? Some people are just not tidy. They can function very well living like this. For others it’s impossible.
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Mariana DaVe 4 years ago
good job! depression is a very painfull sitiation, really... when I am not OK I fell it in my body
#9
Cleaned My Depression Nest!! (And Wanted To Show Off My Cute Room)
Shannon Matlock 4 years ago
Soooo.......we're just going to ignore that fact that there's a dildo out in the open on their stand ? 🤣🤣🤣
For anyone who’s worrying that tidying up will require maximum effort and a huge budget, Ivanka reminds us that tidying isn’t about spending money. In fact, “it’s about learning how not to! Don’t go out and buy a bunch of organizational supplies! Do the declutter and purge first,” she said.
#10
I’m 17 And Just Bought My First Car, An Old Farm Truck. Here And There I Detailed It And Here Are My Results.
over it already 4 years ago
Wow - the instrument panel above the steering wheel - what a difference!
GenericPanda09 4 years ago
What I like most about this one is the word 'bought' and not 'given'............... we're far more likely to take pride and look after something if we feel we've earned it. Good job
#11
Cool Tip I Learned, Reuse Some Items And Improve Organization
Kyle Brown 4 years ago
🧨💥 Sir, your dynamite exploded, I'm gonna go pick up your body parts and sort it into tubes that look like dynamite like this image here
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Robert T 4 years ago
That's pretty neat, but you would have been wise to put the lengths on them as well.
Helenium 4 years ago
That is genius im so doing that, i use mine for seedlings and when they grow i bury them in the tube and the rube rots in the ground so no waste
xolitaire 4 years ago
We all went through lockdown, so lets guess where it went
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Celtic Pirate Queen 4 years ago
Well done. My OCD goes into overdrive with unruly cords/wires.
#12
Cleaned Up My Rusty Old Camp Oven That I Neglected. Coke And Wire Brush On A Drill.
Lily Mae Kitty 4 years ago
if you have a self cleaning oven, you can just put cast iron pots in there during the cleaning. Works wonders.
Kathryn Baylis 4 years ago
Good job. Now, remember to keep it seasoned, and it will be something you can pass on to your kids.
GirlFriday 4 years ago
Place it in the over, turn the oven on the self clean mode, let it cool, a scrub with an SOS pad, and season it up.
Jessica Gunn 4 years ago
Cast iron. Just gotta remove the rust, and it's like new.
Load More Replies... GenericPanda09 4 years ago
There's no campfire stew that's going to be disappointing to anyone coming of that
Laura Jackson 4 years ago
Throw it in a fire next time then season it. Trust a southern cook when it comes to cast iron cookware! Oh, and don't never, ever, ever, ever use my cornbread skillet for anything other than cornbread. That's grounds for a killing where I come from, lol, but seriously
Ivanka explained that almost always, during this process, you’ll find bins and containers that will aid you in the organization portion. She also urges everyone on a mission to declutter their home to remember that less is more. “The less you have, the easier it is to organize!”
#13
Yesterday I Found Out Those Tabs On My Windows Are For Tilting Them Inside For Cleaning. Let There Be Light
Aimee Gregory 4 years ago
I was sooo excited when I too found out those tabs let you flip the windows inward! I'm ashamed to admit just how crazy happy I was to spend a day cleaning never before cleaned windows
#14
Someone On Reddit Recommended Iron Out For Hard Water Stained Dishwasher In Our New Rental, One Cycle And The Results Are Amazing
GoddessOdd 4 years ago
Iron Out comes in a couple of different forms, liquid, spray, and powder. I use the powder to get rid of rust stains on concrete and porcelain.. works like a charm.
Gabby M 4 years ago
Now one of the toilet bowl cleaners has it too. I just buy that add some H2O in a spray bottle for shower and such. Its so bad here where I live that the steam from the showers has it all over the bathroom walls.
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Lav Oravaf 4 years ago
and to those in central EU I highly recommend HEITMANN pure Pure citric acid. You can find it on Amazon.
Vicky Zar 4 years ago
Or in lots of stores in Germany. ;) I'm using it mostly for my electric kettle. For those from the US: our water is extremely "hard"
Load More Replies... Kathryn Baylis 4 years ago
We used to use Tang (the orange flavored drink). Worked like a charm, and cheap cheap cheap.
PupperPanda 4 years ago
Hmm. Wonder what the UK option is for this? Our water in East Anglia is so hard!
Tee Witt 4 years ago
Any form of Citric Acid which can be bought online or maybe supermarkets. Amazon, of course but I refuse to use them.
Load More Replies... Celtic Pirate Queen 4 years ago
A super hot wash with a detergent tab & white vinegar will do the same thing.
Stuart Green 4 years ago (edited)
For coffee & tea cup stains, Astonish (British cleaner) is amazing - a little in the cup and pour on just off boiling water, leave for 10 minutes, rinse out and all the tannin stains are just gone with no abrasive rubbing. Unfortunately since Covid, it seems to be permanently out of stock
#15
After A Minor Depressive Episode I Had A Great Day Motivation Wise And Tackled The Mess That Was Accumulating
GenericPanda09 4 years ago
I bet you slept like a baby.. a proud baby.... the night you went to bed in a tidier environment
It’s one thing to organize your home once, and a whole new other challenge to keep it that way. Ivanka suggests that in order to make that effect last, you need to address your patterns of consumption at the source. “Don’t buy things you don’t need. Once you’ve gone through and decluttered/organized your home, make sure everything has a place. At the end of every day, take 10 minutes to do a 'room reset' and put everything back where it belongs,” she said.
“If you desperately want to buy something new, only do so to replace something that may no longer be serving you,” she said, arguing that this will keep your home in order!
#16
Today I Cleaned The Fridge
Naomi Haber Poe 4 years ago
Are you me? Because a) I have the same fridge and b) I literally, LITERALLY Just did this
Gini Sarver 4 years ago
i put the glass shelves out of my fridge into my dishwasher and it’s awesome!
Emily Davis 4 years ago
I got the same fridge! Thank god the shelves and drawers come out. Makes cleaning so much easier
#17
Such A Satisfying Before & After
Amanda Matthew 2 years ago
Don't you mean, a *PANE* to clean???? 😸 🥁rim shot🥁 Oh ... bad jokes are great ...
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#18
Finally Got Around To Cleaning My Depression/Post Op Mess. Feeling Fresh!
LJ Robinson 4 years ago
I'm so impressed!! Did you have a really good day, or did you do it slowly? I'm starting to take an interest again, and am just wondering. It's kinda overwhelming on how to start.
YoyoSthlm 4 years ago
I'm also depressed off/on. I usually try to clean up everything at the same time BUT the important thing is not to beat yourself up if you don't have the energy to finish it. Be proud you did what you did!
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Heather Vandegrift 4 years ago
Post op without anyone else to do daily tasks adds up to a mess fast! Between pain and exhaustion from healing and anesthesia fatigue, doing ANYTHING, even the minimum daily task, is exponentially exhausting. Add depression on top and it's a really hard mountain to climb. Glad you have healed both physically and mentally and could make your space into something you (and your pretty cat) are proud of!
#19
Thank You All So Much, I'd Never Have Been Able To Do It With Out Y'all. Its Been Almost 4 Years
#20
I Came Home Early This Morning, Saw How Terribly Grungy My Front Door Was And Let My Adhd Take The Whee
Vasana Phong 4 years ago
Every time I come home, I say the same thing to my door, just been so busy
D Barton 4 years ago
Don't ever use Smple green to clean a painted door. It ran and streaked so bad it looks like someone urinated all over my front door!
#21
I Received This Secondhand Kettle Through My Local Buy Nothing Group. Cleaned It Up And Descaled With Vinegar. Good As New!
Teresa Spanics 4 years ago
I was told you should do that every month with your coffee maker as it helps clean the kettle as well as the rest of the machine.
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Secondhand kettle i think i would never buy...I'm already disgusted by my own no matter how often i clean it
#22
Finally Got The Courage To Handle The Other Arm. Fixed With A Felting Needle And Scissors!
Deborah B 4 years ago
You can buy anti-scratch pads, heavy self-adhesive plastic that sticks to the fabric, and makes it no fun to scratch.
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Diane Templeton 4 years ago
Soo gonna try this, felting normally done on wool ,is your sofa /chair got wool in it 🤔 My chair has a cotton cover so not sure if it will work.. but I’ll give it a go. Did you use a felting tool or an individual felting needle? How long did it take?
#23
What The Power Of A Loving Boyfriend In A Call For Four Hours To Support You Can Do. Cleaned My Depression Nest!
DDmaybeandor 4 years ago
What a neat space. You're cat is very grateful to be able to get ontop of the aquarium again.
Monty Is Fiennes 4 years ago
I LOVE how the animals return when it is clean.... they KNOW you are doing better.... and want to share... our space mirrors our mind....
#24
Niece And I Cleaned And Organized My Parents' Pantry That Had Been Messy For As Long As I Could Remember
June Galloway 4 years ago
what a nice present you gave your parents, better than a store bought item - which would most likely been stored in the pantry -
Vicky Z 4 years ago
I'm guessing many things expired! In such a mess you don't realise when some products have expired or where are they
Load More Replies... Ann Dennis 4 years ago
Reminds me of my favorite grandma. She always helped out in the kitchen, and after her visit we had to call her several times as to where she put the _____. It guaranteed lots of post-visit phone calls for her...no fool my granny!
Rose Reign 4 years ago (edited)
I did mine a few days ago. It took me a good two hours. Legit locked myself in there. Everything has its spot now save a few odds and ends
Vasana Phong 4 years ago
I actually just cleaned/ organized my mom’s pantry/laundry room, her eyesight is getting worse, she keeps buying the same items assuming she doesn’t have it( like 5 bottles of soy/fish sauce)
#25
Before And After Of Cleaning My Stove Top! I Was Feeling A Little Embarrassed About Sharing This But I’m Hoping It May Help Inspire Others!
Gini Sarver 4 years ago
LoL i had that exact same stove, the 💩 built up on t fast, i hated scrubbing “day” yes DAY
Louloubelle 4 years ago
I'm embarrassed to say that I've allowed my stove to get this bad. I use oven cleaner on it. Works like a dream.
Vasana Phong 4 years ago
I hated cleaning those at my old apartment, would buy one of those aluminum cover up ones after I cleaned it
#26
I Got Out Of My Funk And Began With Cleaning My Kitchen... Finally.
Rhon Young 4 years ago
I'm in a funk at the moment, I hate this feeling but the energy to move has failed to appear.
#27
30 Minute Soak In Vinegar
Marika Miettinen 4 years ago
I've tried soaking my shower head in vinegar many times, but somehow it just won't get clean :s it's super annoying! Many of the little holes are clogged and water keeps shooting into random directions out of it.
Rissie 4 years ago
Sometimes it's not just build up, but also just the material breaking down. Get a new showerhead, they really aren't all that expensive.
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June Galloway 4 years ago
white vinegar is good for cleaning so many things, coffee pot included
#28
Thank You Everyone That Gave Me So Many Tips On My First Post. Nearly Everyone Was Very Kind And Supportive. It Really Gave Me The Encouragement I Needed To Get Started. It Doesn’t Look Much Better Now, But I Got So Much Done Today. I’ll Leave A Comment On The Post About What I Did!
jUst MEat 4 years ago
Great work. Keep on going. Don't stop. You are always better than what you think. And I really know this. Trust me.
Mimi La Souris 4 years ago
the hardest is to start, the discipline to continue is less exhausting
Mark Howell 4 years ago
Keep going there is a cat/dog waiting to be found. It will lead you to a better place.
Kathryn Baylis 4 years ago (edited)
Listen, even picking up one thing is an achievement. Pat yourself on the back and celebrate the fact you can now see your floor! Just remember, it didn’t get like it was overnight, so it isn’t going to go back to its pre-depression state overnight either.
xolitaire 4 years ago
Tackle the mountains one after another. The key to getting started is to set a goal for the day that is realistic and that you can reach. "CLEAN THE ENTIRE HOUSE!" is not it. Start in one room with one particular corner, organise it, throw away stuff you don't need. You did well!
#29
I Couldn’t Handle How Gross My Sister’s Tea Kettle Was From Stove Spatters. Some Bar Keeper’s Friend And A Little Elbow Grease Did The Job!
Robert T 4 years ago
Bar Keeper's Friend is excellent on stainless steel sinks. If the kettle is chromed, I'd be inclined to use Autosol Metal Polish instead.
Vicky Z 4 years ago
If you don't have this brand in your country this "bar keeper's friend" can be very confusing
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Monica Leigh 4 years ago
Before looking at comments, I thought "some bar keepers friend" was someone who had a hand in cleaning it. 😅
Andy Acceber 4 years ago
I use salt to clean my kettle. The texture of a bunch of table salt and some scrubbing will easily remove that buildup.
Celtic Pirate Queen 4 years ago
We keep the kettle on the stove as well. Whenever I'm cooking anything that may have grease splatters I move it to the far counter. But Bar Keeper's Friend is an excellent choice for cleaning it!
#30
No One Irl Cares, But I Thought This Sub Might Appreciate My Mind-Blowing First Experience Using Bkf!
Valisbourne Spiritforge 4 years ago
Bar Keepers Friend I'm guessing. It was mentioned elsewhere in this topic. Going to have to check it out if it gets the sort of results being shown.
Kristy P 4 years ago
I love it. Works great on glass surfaced stovetops, too!
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#31
Hand Washing A Beloved Plush!
Katherine Canon 4 years ago
Haha I just put my kids in the machine on delicate inside a pillow case
Joanna Werman 4 years ago
If you want to save some time you put it inside of a pillowcase and then put it into the wash. Keeps it safe
Louieeeeee 4 years ago
In case anyone is wondering, this is Tonkatsu (meaning pork chop) from the Japanese cartoon Sumikko Gurashi
#32
Y'all, This Shelf In My Kitchen Has Been Making Me Anxious And Sad For Months. I Finally Got The Motivation To Kick Its Butt!
Tassenküchlein168 4 years ago
I absolutely know what a big deal that was! Kudos for you! The task I hate most of all is paperwork. I have no clue how somebody like to do it or even choose it as their profession.
Vicky Z 4 years ago
How people do this! I'm cleaning often and have never find a cat yet! (I need to have one☺)
Kristy P 4 years ago
I'm sure there are plenty at some local shelters who would love to be "found"!
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If you wait longer, does the size/type of animal increase? I'm reading this thread for motivation because my house has been pretty bad for the better part of a year. I'm worried I'll find a great dane.
Ann Dennis 4 years ago
There is that danger. Now you know where that phase "the elephant in the room" came from.
Load More Replies... Mark Howell 4 years ago
Why do people keep finding cats when they clean, I don't. Gonna stop cleaning for a while and see what turns up ;o)
buttonpusher 4 years ago
Love how a lot of the after pics contain pets. Cat is back to push all your organised doohickeys off your shelf!
Denny Cwiek 4 years ago
I get stacks of papers and envelopes scattered all over my house and desk. When I get to the point where I can't stand it another second, I gather them all up, from wherever they were left, and take them to the dining room table. Then I go though each piece, one at a time, and either toss it into recycle bin, trash bin or make other stacks. A stack for receipts and medical reports that I want filed. A stack of things I want to read. Then a stack that needs immediate attention, like forgotten and almost overdue bills, special offers I want to take advantage of, etc. The key is being brutally honest with yourself and throw away stuff you know you will never get around to, won't have time to do, or can be reconstructed by on-line research if necessary. Ends up not taking nearly as long as you think it would.
#33
You Guys Weren't Kidding About Bar Keepers Friend
Robert T 4 years ago
It's a brand of cleaning products. They do one which is a powder/paste for cleaning stainless steel. It looks like it is a US product, but it is available in the UK, and I presume other countries as well. See https://www.barkeepersfriend.com/products/
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#34
My Favourite Throw Pillows Had Those Annoying Fluff Bits On Them. Went Over Them With A Cheap Razor And Love The Outcome!
Cold Contagious 4 years ago
It works great for all kinds of fabrics but you need to be careful about it also. Going over the same spot too often or the blade accidentally sliding sideways can cause a hole in the fabric. I've used razors many times but I prefer the little battery operated trimmers with a mesh screen, so you don't cut your fabric.
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Heather Atwood 4 years ago
Be careful with this trick-it will make holes if you go over it too hard or too much.
#35
This Clients Bathroom Took Me 6 Hours To Clean
Kimi Tomminello 4 years ago
Omg who doesn't clean the hair out of their shower? That's disgusting!!!
Valisbourne Spiritforge 4 years ago
Okay, I can understand a grunge and hair build up. That's more than just a bit, but I guess I can understand that. Who uses toothpicks and q-tips in the shower and LEAVES THEM there!?!
Gabby M 4 years ago
Nasty dirty people lol...And a Broom and a Vac to clean all that YUK up! Some Oven Cleaner....Easy Peasy.
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#36
Really Excited About How Clean I Got These Shower Knobs In My Rental Apartment!
Cooper Schultz 4 years ago
Some people in the comments are asking what the middle handle is for. It controls the water flow. It can direct the water to the showerhead or the bathtub because this is a build-in shower in a bath. The handles on the sides control the temperature
Rubyjune45 4 years ago
I actually did this also. The circle thing in middle pops off to expose a screw. Unscrew and they come off and I just scrubbed with dishsoap and an old toothbrush. It makes a huge difference. They get so slimey.
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#37
Turns Out These Ugly Rental Cabinets Didn’t Have To Be Ugly All These Years!
Gabby M 4 years ago
It is totally going to get some for my cleaning collection!!!
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Dawn Welton 3 years ago
The products by this company are freaking amazing!! I just used the Feed 'n Wax wood polish & conditioner on all of my kitchen cupboards...the results are nothing short of miraculous!!
Nazda Pokmov 4 years ago
Use some Old English furniture polish???? Great stuff...worth it's weight in gold if you ask me
#38
Swipe To Clean My Shower!
Tassenküchlein168 4 years ago
I wonder if I want to know what you used to get rid of all that mold.
Poultry Geist 4 years ago
Old toothbrush and elbow grease ( I use to think you squeezed out of your elbow)
#39
Cutting Board Brought Back To Life
Cold Contagious 4 years ago (edited)
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#40
30 Years Of Dirt Coming Off The Kitchen Floor. What A Difference
Leo Domitrix 4 years ago
THis was punishment in m y childhood Toothbrush to clean floors. On a farm. yeah. No.
Lily Mae Kitty 4 years ago
this is why you NEVER use white grout on a floor. It cannot stay white. Better to use a dark color like black or deep brown.
Brandy Gray 4 years ago
What's bad is unless you seal that grout its going to be back to brown in a couple months..all that work for nothing.
#41
Cleaned Behind Neglected Stove (Before vs. After)
Cold Contagious 4 years ago
When moving a few years ago my son in law pulled out my stove with 15 years of that yellow oilly build up down the sides. I have moderate bone loss so I can't do it. I had a spray can of "Tuff Stuff" , we sprayed the foam cleaner on both sides and it pretty much just melted it away. Several wipes to remove the liquid and it was gone. This product cleans almost everything. Carpet, upholstery, rims, metal, wood. It has removed axle grease from my winter coat when I pre treated it. I haven't found anything that it wouldn't clean for me yet.
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#42
Staying With The In-Laws Temporarily And Offered To Try Something New To Get Rid Of Their Floor's Dirt Stains. Thank You Mr. Clean Magic Eraser!
Katy McMouse 4 years ago
I know! I use Magic Eraser on so much. I know it says not to use on glass, but I do and my windows and patio doors have never been cleaner (especially the doors and windows covered in dried dog slobber).
Ivana Watson 4 years ago (edited)
What effect did it have on your relationship with in-laws???
RandomHumanBean 4 years ago
my desk was COVERED in sharpie ink and ink from a fountain pen that burst and thank gooodnes to mr clean
#43
Psa: If You Have Recently Moved, Check And Change Your Air Filters!
Valisbourne Spiritforge 4 years ago
I'm amazed the HVAC didn't freeze up with the intake blocked up that much.
#44
After Months Of Being Depressed And Not Being Able To Clean My Room, I’ve Finally Pushed Through!! Getting A New Desk Tomorrow
invisible sheep 4 years ago
amazing job! And a tip, you might wanna consider getting a new carpet, red color tends to give less relaxing feel to the room...
#45
Not Sure If It Belongs Here, But I Brought My Partners Favorite Sweater Back To Life Using A Lint Roller And An Electric Fabric Shaver
#46
Cleaned My Window Tracks For The First Time Since Moving Into My Apartment 3 Years Ago
#47
The Before And After Cleaning Of A Door
Shaylynne Gosnell 4 years ago
hes just like "ooooo you dont let me inside i swear ill lick this window"
#48
Thanks To This Subs Tips, I Finally Cleaned My Oven Today! (Yes, It Was Long Overdue)
Vicky Z 4 years ago (edited)
I was thinking what a lovely wooden floor!!!! How can someone see through this glass!! I'm baking often and it's really important to be able to see without opening the oven
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#49
I Didn't Know You Were Supposed To Scrub Tile Grout. Before And After 3 Hours Of Scrubbing And Applying A White Sealant
Lily Mae Kitty 4 years ago
again, no white grout on floors. A pro would recommend you do not use white so I assume these people did their own floors.
#50
Before And After Of My Bathroom Closet. Purged, Cleaned, And Reorganized. I Feel So Good About It!
#52
Because Of This Sub I Hardcore Cleaned My Oven And I’ve Never Felt So Satisfied
Ba Loeloe 4 years ago
Second picture displaying what is behind the door, the glass is cleaned.
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Second picture looks like the door is disassembled to get to the interior glass.
Virginia Lim 4 years ago
I didn't know there was a cleaner that could turn your oven into the store display.
#53
Citrus Cleaner, Cloths, Scrubber, Water Vacuum And Hottt Waterrr Will Get The Job Done
DDmaybeandor 4 years ago
I disagree. The center console of a truck, or the 60 part of a 60/40 split, looks different than the bucket seat, what the poster has his hand on. Also, the fabric is exactly the same.
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#54
My Internet Was Down All Morning So I Used The Offline Time To Clean. Took A Lot Of Scrubbing But Years Of Grease/Burns Gone!
#55
Bfk Convert, This Stuff Is Amazing!
#56
Ikeas Råskog Trolley Turned Out To Be The Perfect Way To Store All My Cleaning Supplies!
#57
This Cupboard Has Been Bothering Me For A Year And I Finally Had Both The Time And Motivation To Tackle It. Next: Labels.
#58
If Your Vacuum Cleaner Isn’t Working Well, Check The Rotating Brush. Use Scissors Or A Sharp Knife To Cut Any Trapped Hair Or String.
Robert T 4 years ago
Ah, the joys of living with someone with long hair. Periodically I have to remove my gf from the vacuum cleaner!
Don't Look 4 years ago
you see that brush length trough on the right side of the brush roller in the right pic? You supposed to be able to take a knife and run it along that to remove the hair and debris.
#59
After Yesterday’s Closet Inspiration, I Decided To Tackle My Own Mess
#60
I Didn't Even Know Stainless Steel Sinks Could Be Restored Until I Read A Tip Here About Bar Keepers Friend. Thanks Everyone!
#61
A Before And After! Thanks For All The Tips!
Anne 4 years ago
wait.. what tips! What did you use.. my bathtub looks like that.. (just bought a new house)
Anne 4 years ago
ok, clicked the link to Reddit - Easy-off oven cleaner in a blue can
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Tirza Malcomber 4 years ago
If you guys are in a pinch for a good scrub, simple baking soda and a scrubby sponge works wonders for grout and build-up.
#62
Sometimes It Just Needs A Little Bit Of Bleach
Jo Johannsen 4 years ago
Reminder: NEVER use bleach and ammonia together. That includes products like cleanser which contain bleach, etc. Chlorine gas (the result of combining) is chemical warfare and will burn your lungs.
Cold Contagious 4 years ago (edited)
It's toxic. A lady at work decided to clean our shared office toilet and ran out of her first product, continued with a different product, it ended up being bleach then ammonia based and caustic fumes were seeping into the office. You could actually see a fog from the heavy amount of chemicals she used. She couldn't even get back in to flush it. It seeped down the hallway and into other offices. We had to open all the exit doors to the administration building and have maintenance bring fans to pull the fog out. It finally cleared enough for safety to put on goggles and cover their nose and mouth with a towel to run through the smallest office and flush it. Then they had to write a safety exposure report and incident report. It happened at 9am and still smelled harsh at 4pm.
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Before/After Cleaning My Dutch Oven; Soaked It In Soapy Hot Water For An Hour Then Scrubbed!
Claire Stanfield 4 years ago
Clearly you've got a white theme going in your kitchen, otherwise I'd be very confused why you bought a white Le Creuset, known for their brilliant enamel colors.
Stephanie A Mutti 4 years ago
Cooked on grease comes off pretty well with Easy-Off and a little bit of time as well
#64
Can't Get New Sheets So Tried The Razor Trick... Safe To Say It Worked. Thank You To This Sub!!!
#65
I Think I Got Pretty Good Results In Cleaning This Oven That Had Never Been Cleaned In 7+ Years
#66
Needed A Pan For Camping So Went To Goodwill. If It Wasn't For This Subreddit, I Wouldn't Have Known This Was Even Possible.
#67
Extremely Satisfying Before & After Of My Oven Door, Hope You Enjoy!
Valisbourne Spiritforge 4 years ago
Okay, what is it that everyone is cleaning the glass with?
#68
Here’s The Before And After. I Settled On Vinegar And Dish Soap, Thanks For The Tips Everyone!
#69
Thanks Y’all For Recommending Bkf For Acrylic Tubs, I’m House Sitting For A Friend And Thought I’d Leave Her A Surprise
Yeah, you heard 4 years ago
Beware, cleaning someone else's house without asking isn't always welcome. Some people see it as a way of saying "I think the way you keep your house is dirty and gross"
Marika Miettinen 4 years ago
I once cleaned a friend's coffee pot; the clear glass was stained black, you couldn't really see through it. Well, the friend didn't really like that I did that, he said that the stain gave the coffee a distinct flavour that he liked...
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Jo Johannsen 4 years ago
I can no longer do so many things, and it embarrasses me to ask for help, but when I was in the hospital for pneumonia, I came home to a spotless house. My landlord/co-worker and her daughters had realized how hard it had become for me to do these things. I was extremely grateful, and they swore themselves to secrecy.
Beth L 4 years ago
https://www.barkeepersfriend.com/8-ways-not-to-use-bar-keepers-friend/
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April Stephens 4 years ago
It's a dramatic transformation looking at the before and after together, but I still wonder if the friend would even notice.
#70
Shower Clean: Barkeepers Friend, Drill Brush, Windex, And Rain-X
#71
Revitalizing Gross Grout. I’m Using A Bleach Pen And A Grout Cleaning Brush, And This Flooring Starting To Look As Good As New! Left Untreated, Right Treated
BereniceLooM 4 years ago
Your wall has turned out perfect. I didn't know about bleach pens, but I found a video that teaches how to make a diy one with bleach, water and corn starch. Thank you!
#72
Before & After. Took A Few Hours But Kept At It And It's Looking Much Better.
#73
Asked For Help Cleaning My High Shine Floors Streak Free And You All Delivered. Steam Mopped In First Pic, Oxo Spray Mopped In Second Pic
#74
Scrubbed My Tennis Shoes! Apply Baking Soda + Water With A Toothbrush, Dry In The Sun, Then Rinse Off Excess & Spot Clean.
Alex Boomhower 4 years ago
you can literally see how the laces and the entire shoe was kind of "wilted" and then after you cleaned them they are springy again!
Claudia Dugral 4 years ago
I put those in the washer. In a net with some towels. Low heat and easy on the spinning cycle.
#75
With Your Help, I Replaced The Seat And Proved My Family Wrong. Thank You Guys. (And A Sincere “Fuck You” To My Parents)
Inga Paškevičiūtė 4 years ago
Lord, I would pick that seat up rather than letting my butt touch it.
#76
Before And After Using Bar Keepers!
Monic Krugell 4 years ago
Just googled "where to find bar keepers friend in south Africa" - There is 1 general outlet and I am on my way there now!!!!
Jo Morris 4 years ago
I'm going to do the same for finding it in Australia!
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#77
Bar Keepers Friend And Drill Brush For The Win
#78
I Removed Scratches From Plates With This Abrasive Paste
Sharon Heim 4 years ago
When I was a kid, we used to use Comet. Make a slurry with Comet and water, let sit for a little while, then scrunge it off!
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What do you think ?
Neon Otter 4 years ago
Gives me hope that I will be able to get a handle on my depression mess.
Mazer 4 years ago
Good luck, if you need to put on a timer, do it in sections, or crank the tunes and hit it all at once
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Lisa Lowry Taylor 4 years ago
There’s two kinds. The dry form, like Comet, and liquid form, Scrubbing Bubbles. They are both excellent.
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Ivana 4 years ago
During the weekends I watch a lot of youtube videos of really dirty and messy rooms and people cleaning them up. After about three videos I am all fired up and ready to clean. Or I watch an episode of hoarders, always gets me cleaning and gets me in that deep clean mindset.
catslave6 4 years ago
I have found that if I use a 'Do one task a day' rule for myself, it really helps. Sometimes I have lots of energy and get many things done, but if not, I still did that one thing. It is slow, but steady. Do the dishes. Take out the trash. Scrub the toilet. Get rid of something. Sweep a floor. Clean one small area like one shelf or one counter top. It got that way a bit at a time; it can be cleaned a bit at a time. ;>)
Jo Choto 4 years ago
Brilliant job all of you who have found the shining moment to face the depression nests. It's so hard to get started and so overwhelming you don't want to even look at it. Been there. Start with the simplest goal. Pick up ONE thing and throw it away. Pick up ONE thing and put it away. That's all you need to do to start. Do that for a few days and you're making a difference. You can go up to two, three, four things as you feel able. Once you start seeing the difference, you get motivated to keep going. You can do it!
Becky Moore 4 years ago
I like the way that in quite a few of them after they've tidied up an animal appears! :D
Lovin' Life 4 years ago
Wow! This gives me hope that I can conquer some of the things I have put off myself.
Neon Otter 4 years ago
Gives me hope that I will be able to get a handle on my depression mess.
Mazer 4 years ago
Good luck, if you need to put on a timer, do it in sections, or crank the tunes and hit it all at once
Load More Replies... Lisa Lowry Taylor 4 years ago
There’s two kinds. The dry form, like Comet, and liquid form, Scrubbing Bubbles. They are both excellent.
Load More Replies... Ivana 4 years ago
During the weekends I watch a lot of youtube videos of really dirty and messy rooms and people cleaning them up. After about three videos I am all fired up and ready to clean. Or I watch an episode of hoarders, always gets me cleaning and gets me in that deep clean mindset.
catslave6 4 years ago
I have found that if I use a 'Do one task a day' rule for myself, it really helps. Sometimes I have lots of energy and get many things done, but if not, I still did that one thing. It is slow, but steady. Do the dishes. Take out the trash. Scrub the toilet. Get rid of something. Sweep a floor. Clean one small area like one shelf or one counter top. It got that way a bit at a time; it can be cleaned a bit at a time. ;>)
Jo Choto 4 years ago
Brilliant job all of you who have found the shining moment to face the depression nests. It's so hard to get started and so overwhelming you don't want to even look at it. Been there. Start with the simplest goal. Pick up ONE thing and throw it away. Pick up ONE thing and put it away. That's all you need to do to start. Do that for a few days and you're making a difference. You can go up to two, three, four things as you feel able. Once you start seeing the difference, you get motivated to keep going. You can do it!
Becky Moore 4 years ago
I like the way that in quite a few of them after they've tidied up an animal appears! :D
Lovin' Life 4 years ago
Wow! This gives me hope that I can conquer some of the things I have put off myself.
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