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50 Times People Tackled The Mess That Had Been Bothering Them And The Results Were So Satisfying (New Pics)
Interview With Expert
Most of us have fallen prey to putting off cleaning until the last minute. But after getting tired of staring at the mess and finally doing it, you start wondering why you didn’t do it sooner. Afterward, your mind seems to be lighter, and you feel proud of yourself for getting that sink tap to sparkle that much.
People on this list also tackled tidying up tasks that were long overdue, resulting in these amazing transformations that are oddly satisfying. Scroll down to find them, and be sure to upvote the ones that became the motivation for cleaning you didn’t know you needed.
While you're at it, don't forget to check out a conversation with the owner of Wilkins Refresh Cleaning Service, Michael Wilkins, and cleaning professional and owner of Clean Queen House Cleaning, Katie Lambert, who kindly agreed to give a few tips on how to make cleaning less of a hassle.
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#1
My Newest Cleaning. Took 2 Days. (Mental Health Problems)
The last couple of years was a hell for this owner. Fortunately he recognized he can't continue his life this way, so he asked my help. Please don't judge
Ellinor 1 year ago
I'm really proud of the owner for seeking help, it's very brave to do ! (and that bathroom is really cute)
Maisey Myles 1 year ago
I once cleaned my gross brother’s bathroom, worse than this one. Within a week, he undid 5 hours of work
Data1001 1 year ago
Not just hoarding, but consuming a lot of alcohol, from the looks of those cans. Glad they got to a point where they finally said 'enough'.
boredkitten 1 year ago (edited)
Is that beer? I thought they were energy drinks
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Surly Scot 1 year ago
I love in the first picture it looks like Venom is living in his shower. Excellent cleanup job, 5 stars.
María Hermida 1 year ago
Admitting you can't cope and need help requires a lot of courage. Good for him! And thanks for helping!
Ashley Harrold 1 year ago
No judgement, glad he was able to ask for help. Thank you for helping him
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#2
I Finally Cleaned My Kitchen After Months Of Depression. I’m So Proud Of Myself
keyboardtek 1 year ago
I have found the act of organizing a mess often lifts me out of depression. A therapist told me motivation does not come from an external or even interior mental source. It comes from simply starting to do something. Then momentum often helps me continue.
Tyranamar Suess 1 year ago
The depressing part is it will be dirty again tomorrow. That's why I find kitchen cleaning so dissatisfying.
#3
The 44 Bus Stop Got Trashed Overnight. Went Out To Clean It And Met A ‘New’ Neighbor Debbie (She’s Lived Here For 30 Yrs) Who Lent A Hand. People Talk Trash About Sf, We Pick It Up
Justin Tyme 1 year ago (edited)
0.000000003% of San Fransisco is now clean. (Yes, I actually did a calculation).
Dawn McDaniel 12 months ago
Good job - love when people step up like this! I live across the bay and try to do this type of things.
Riley Quinn 1 year ago
I always had a habit of carrying a plastic bag with me on my walks to pick up trash as I went along. Then I moved to the city where trash is strewn everywhere. I don't collect it anymore because it's so much more gross than in the country and it's just not worth getting a communicable disease.
María Hermida 1 year ago (edited)
I have mixed feelings about this. On the one hand, I think it's great. On the other, I think it's useless. If people who trash, vandalise and destroy stuff are not caught and punished, they'll think there are no consequences for their actions, and they'll go on doing it. What's the point in cleaning if there are so many antisocial people?
"A clean environment is essential because it promotes both physical and mental well-being. A tidy, organized space reduces stress, increases productivity, and fosters a positive atmosphere," says Michael Wilkins, owner of Wilkins Refresh Cleaning Service to Bored Panda.
"It also plays a crucial role in health by minimizing the spread of germs and allergens, creating a safer and more comfortable space for everyone. Whether at home or in the workplace, cleanliness enhances focus, improves overall satisfaction, and contributes to a healthier lifestyle."
#4
Update On The Copper Pots I Found For 6$cad Each. They Cleaned Up Well
Zephyr343 1 year ago
I had copper countertops (previous owner installed) and took forever to clean. They would only look clean for about a week.
Kelly Scott 1 year ago
Three hours cleaning my copper pots make them look fantastic. But I found out the shine only lasts about a week.
Janissary35680 1 year ago
And not at all useful as cooking vessels unless they're properly tinned. We can't see the insides of these pots but from their forms I'm guessing they're not clad with something non-reactive like stainless steel.
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My Little Weekend Project Before And After
Kaeda 1 year ago
I would not have the mental fortitude to do this. I tip my hat to you, good person.
pep Ito 1 year ago (edited)
Very easy. All the cables are removed and put back in a neat and tidy order one by one. The wires are labeled at both ends so you know where each wire goes.
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Beth Wheeler 1 year ago
How in the world did you figure out where that spaghetti from hell was supposed to be and get it untangled?
Riley Quinn 1 year ago
OP, if I gave you my address could you perform this magic? I've tried to keep the wires and cables under my desk as neat as possible with different bundling ties, but it's still a mess.
#6
Depression Den: Progress, Not Perfection
Riley Quinn 1 year ago
Oh, this is fantastic. The recognizing you've made progress part specifically. That level of acknowledgement when depressed is astounding.
Cleaning professional and owner of Clean Queen House Cleaning, Katie Lambert, definitely agrees that having a clean environment is crucial both for mental and physical health.
"Having a clean, decluttered space helps you keep a calm mind. I know for myself having ADHD, I get overwhelmed and can't think as well if my space is dirty and cluttered. I also feel ashamed that I have to spend my weekends and evenings to upkeep my house. I don't know where that shame came from, but I have talked to many women who feel the same way," she shares.
#7
I Cleaned My 23 Year Old Favourite Plushie
I wanted to make this post for anyone who might be worried about cleaning their favourite plushies.
I made the decision to clean mine and as a result, cleaning and bringing plushies back to life became a little hobby of mine. I hand washed her just once to see how she would handle it and gave her a brush for the first time. Then I put her in the washing machine twice and took a few photos while she was drying, whilst also brushing her out as she was drying. I was so emotional seeing her ginger colour coming back and actually being able to see her tabby stripes again
Traveling Lady Railfan 1 year ago
Plushie thanks you, her favorite human, for the day at the spa!!
B Hobbs 1 year ago
"I will pass on the 'yoga' class though. I can do without putting my left elbow in my right ear again."
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A Strike 1 year ago
Pro tip/ the best brush to use to strangle plushie fur to make it extra silky soft again is a flea comb for cats, The teeth are SUPER thin and a little sharp so be gentle. It won’t just untangle but it will separate the fur fibers to the point it has that silky softness again. You can get a flea comb for 99 cents at any pet store or big box like Walmart,
LakotaWolf (she/her) 1 year ago
Thank you! I'll try this on Chace. He's 37! I have two cats so I already have a number of flea combs XD chace-674d...0cde01.jpg 
Sven Horlemann 1 year ago
Good idea. I just got one I had as a child back from my mom (I am 58 now).
Riley Quinn 1 year ago
My stuffed toy is as old as I am, given to me by my father the day of my birth. I haven't attempted cleaning it, but I think even handwashing might be a bit too much.
#8
Before/After Of A Backyard I Cleaned Up Today
Riley Quinn 1 year ago
A friend had a decent sized plot that was horribly overgrown, but he was running out of space for all the flowers he kept ordering. I knuckled down, and within a few weeks I had cleaned it from chocking weeds, scraggly saplings, then turned and amended the soil, and we got to planting. He was so grateful.
April Pickett 1 year ago
I'd pull a chair up against the balcony wall, grab a drink and bedazzle myself with what I've done.
Nikole 1 year ago
I would have kept *some* of the native plants at least.
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#9
Not Perfect But I Feel Very Accomplished
Riley Quinn 1 year ago
I'm impressed. This couldn't have been easy even with oven cleaner. Yes, you can use oven cleaner on stove tops depending on the material used.
We were also curious to know what inspired these professionals to pursue a career associated with cleaning. Wilkins said it was because he saw an opportunity to make a positive impact on businesses by providing clean, organized, and aesthetically pleasing workspaces.
"As a business owner myself, I understand how important it is to create an environment that fosters productivity, creativity, and well-being. By offering professional cleaning services, I can help business owners maintain a welcoming and efficient workspace, ensuring their employees and clients feel comfortable and confident in their surroundings. It’s incredibly rewarding to contribute to a cleaner, more enjoyable environment for everyone," he told us.
#10
Just Cleaned The Pool At My New House For The First Time… Surprise Dolphin
Papa 1 year ago
You're right, but am I missing something? Does it matter?
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Beth Wheeler 1 year ago
Previous owners really let it go. The cute dolphin was a nice surprise. Nice shots from opposite ends of the pool for the before and after shots. Bet it was gorgeous after a pool company checked everything out and it was filled.
Epona 1 year ago
So many people in the comments of this one just refuse to believe that this is the same pool. Did the OP have to take the before and after pictures from the exact same spot at the exact same time of day for you to believe it? I agree with Norm Gilmore, people aren't thinking spatially, or logically 🙄
#11
I Clean Up Illegal Dumping For Fun In The San Francisco Bay Area. Enjoy Some More Before And Afters
keyboardtek 1 year ago
And conservatives complain about government environmental regulations. Without regulations, corporations would be doing the same kind of dumping, just on an industrial level.
Beth Wheeler 1 year ago
Holy cow the bottom pic. Is that a scooter or motorcycle laying there?
Glen Ellyn 1 year ago
Judging by the size of the tires, I think it's a scooter. Still...why? Oh, maybe it was stolen and dumped when the thief was done with his joyride.
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April Pickett 1 year ago
You are a kind, considerate person who takes pride in their environment.
#12
Between Work And Struggling With Depression, I Finally Found The Motivation To Finish Cleaning My Room From NYE To NYD
FoxEcoLimaIndiaCharlieIndiAlfa 1 year ago
If it's very overwhelming to the point that you don't even know where to begin, may I suggest tackling small sections at a time? It has helped me in the past. You got this Huddo's sister!
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Meanwhile, Lambert got into the cleaning business in 2009 after graduating college in Hawaii, as there weren't many available job openings.
"My sister, Laura Christian, started her cleaning service in 2005 in Fort Collins. I would help clean for her business when I would come home for summer breaks, and when I was getting ready to graduate, my sister suggested that I clean houses in Hilo, where I was. I ran that business for 8 years, it was really, really hard. Hiring, managing, all of it," she said, sharing her experience.
#13
Who Doesn’t Enjoy Clean Kitchen Lights (Before And After)
Scott McLeod 1 year ago
I must admit my partner finds it weird that I clean the light bulbs in our kitchen light fitting over the island LOL
Beth Wheeler 1 year ago
WHOA. They look completely different. With my luck, I would drop one and break it while washing it.
Riley Quinn 1 year ago
Honey, look, we have counters. Joking aside, cleaning light shades really brightens the room.
#14
Cleaning My Depression Flat After Months Of Being In A Bad Place
Jackie St Aubyn 1 year ago
You have a lovely home. I hope you are proud of yourself. I know first hand how much effort it can take. ❤️
Ece Cenker 1 year ago
I feel like one of the walls on either side needs to go. But that's another post subject.
#15
Several Weeks Ago, I Asked Y’all About Cleaning This Thing On The Side Of My House
Sand Ers 1 year ago
" OP • 2y ago • Edited 2y ago • I used Evapo-Rust Gel Rust Remover from Amazon, let it sit a few hours. Pressure washed the gel off. Scrubbed a little around the corners with a stiff grout cleaning brush. Then I taped everything off and sprayed Rustoleum on it. Only one good coat."
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But things started to pick up when she moved back to Colorado and started another clean business there. "This one was different because I had already made a ton of mistakes in Hawaii, so we were able to grow faster in Colorado. The major game changer for me was in 2023, at age 37, I was diagnosed with ADHD. Then it all came together. Why cleaning is so important for mental health, why I have struggled so much with shame (due to my poor executive functioning), I now want to help more people who struggle with their mental health with cleaning," she told Bored Panda.
#16
I've Been Cleaning Up The Cauldron I Found Buried In My Forest
Jill Rhodry 1 year ago
She may not be but the person who buried it very well could've been
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Phantom Phoenix 1 year ago
I have some answers: Lots of soup, party drinks in ice, fire pit, kindling storage, making potions, just decoration...
Load More Replies... Tabitha 1 year ago (edited)
When my parents moved in to our antebellum farmhouse in Gettysburg, PA, it needed a lot of renovation. One thing it had was a big hearth in the kitchen, with a large cooking pot very much like this but a tad smaller, hanging from an heavy chain over where the fire would be. It’s how the original owners in the early to mid 19th century would’ve cooked their meals. My parents left it intact, and just closed off the chimney, because it was right next to where our—-wooden—-kitchen table was, and they had a modern stove and oven installed in another part of the kitchen.
M Whee 1 year ago
I was doing some family history and came across a will where this setup was listed because it was quite valuable at the time (colonial America).
Load More Replies... Bill Swallow 1 year ago (edited)
Keep an eye out for Arawn Death-Lord! (https://prydain.fandom.com/wiki/Arawn_Death-Lord)
Irene Bach 1 year ago
If I found a Cauldron berried in my forest I think I might leave it alone for fear of reprisal from its original owner.
#17
I Scrubbed The Floor At Work Today And It Traveled Two Years Into The Past
Bec 1 year ago
You should have scrubbed selectively in a way that spelled out 'pay me more', so the owners could see your value with great clarity.
David 1 year ago
This reminds me of the hallways of an apartment building I managed. Old building, low rent - so a lot of stuff was just 'good enough'. I was a resident before I became the resident manager. I talked them into letting another tenant be a part time janitor. He had heart problems so was disabled but he could work inside the building at his own pace. Anyway .... we stripped off YEARS of yellowed wax and waxed over dirt and the floors were so much brighter. (also repainted the walls)
zims 1 year ago
Seems like a bad idea on a wood floor. More for bathrooms and water fixtures.
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3 Days Cleaning Help For Free. This Was The Hardest Job Ever
Kabuki Kitsune 1 year ago
Looks less like a hoarder, and someone suffering from depression. Depression rooms, or "doom piles", happen when people are so mentally and physically exhausted that they don’t feel like they have the energy to take care of themselves or their surroundings.
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Mecha_Phed 1 year ago
I think, not sure tho, it's from cleaning with barbie
Load More Replies...When asked why so many people put off tidying until the last minute, Wilkins said, "Many people dislike cleaning because it can feel like a time-consuming and often overwhelming task, especially when juggling busy schedules. It’s easy to put it off because the immediate results aren’t always visible, and the process can feel repetitive and tedious," he said.
"Additionally, cleaning often requires attention to detail and physical effort, which can be tiring. As a result, many prefer to focus on tasks that feel more rewarding or urgent, leaving cleaning to the last minute. However, I think that once people experience the benefits of a clean and organized space, the motivation to keep up with it often increases!"
#19
CLR Is Actually Magic. (With Some Elbow Grease)
And i was like WTF!! 1 year ago
I can recommend a drill extension - brushes. They do make a difference in cleaning :D
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Victor Botha 1 year ago
What I CLR? I really need to know. Have incredibly stained basin/bath and toilet bowl (old house)
Bored Retsuko 1 year ago
I had to google it: apparently it's a brand name of a product that removes "Calcium, Lime and Rust". And it seems to consist of two types of acid as active ingredients.
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#20
Before And After From The Back Of The Oven In My New Apartment
David 1 year ago
I find it interesting that the gas line is rigid. Also that there is no shutoff valve where the gas comes out. My gas appliances have flexible lines between the source pipes (with shut off valves) and the connections to the (water heater, furnace, stove). It allows for some adjustment of position as well as minimizing stress on the coupling from vibrations. I'm wondering if this is a geographical thing (like how they do it in some country) or a "its a really old install" kind of thing.
featherytoad 1 year ago (edited)
The person probably didn't. Might have needed a new oven at some point after the move in. I'm getting gap covers if I need a new stove. I'm sure the side of my cabinets look similar.
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Bedroom Before And After
Lambert agrees that a chore like cleaning can be highly overwhelming if a person is trying to complete it all at once. "If you can, set your family up on a recurring cleaning schedule with your local cleaning service, this will not only help your relationship, but also help to make sure you're living in a clean space, you just need to maintain your things! If you need help with decluttering or organizing, I suggest hiring an organizer first, then the house cleaner can come in and do a really great deep clean," she recommends.
#22
It Was So Hard To Find The Motivation
Mary Kelly 1 year ago
this is literally a screen shot taken from cleaning with barbie, a woman in new york city who cleans depressed and ill people's homes for free and posts the videos on youtube
#23
Before And After Photos Of This Pool I Cleaned Today. How’d I Do?
Bill Swallow 1 year ago
... A moment of silence in respect for the thriving ecosystem, not human, but with its own hopes and aspirations, wiped out in this sudden cataclysm. (I kid, I kid! GREAT job!)
#24
A Mid-Century Silver Cocktail Shaker For $7. Look At What Some Polish Can Do
Barong 1 year ago
If you are ever trying to shine silver save yourself time and your silver by using aluminum foil water (warm is best) and baking soda. The baking soda acts as an electrolyte and causes the silver tarnish which silver sulfide to release the sulfur and bond with the aluminum making aluminum sulfide. This method does not abrade like abrasive polish or strip the silver like acid based silver cleaners. I just removed the sulfur from the tarnish and turns the silver sulfate back to silver.
The Other Guest 1 year ago
I'm sure that works very well, however just the thought of metal-rubbing-metal sets my teeth on edge.
Load More Replies... Something else that can make tidying up less of a hassle is breaking the tasks into smaller, more manageable steps, says Wilkins. "Instead of tackling everything at once, focus on one area at a time, like a room or surface."
Another tip he has is to use the right tools and cleaning products to complete the job. "Microfiber cloths, for example, are great for dusting and wiping surfaces without leaving residue. Regular maintenance, like wiping down high-touch areas daily, can prevent buildup and make deep cleaning less overwhelming," he adds.
"Lastly, always clean from top to bottom, starting with dusting and ending with floors, so dirt and debris don’t fall on areas you've already cleaned. These strategies can save time and effort while keeping your space consistently clean."
#25
We Cleaned And Organised The Whole House For My Mum’s Birthday. This Was The Pantry
Traveling Lady Railfan 1 year ago
She'll love it!! Except she won't know where anything is....
Verena 1 year ago
As it is sorted out and nothing hides behind other stuff, this should be doable
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Brian Droste 1 year ago
If this was the pantry, I am wondering what rest of the house look liked.
#26
Before-And-After Cleaning Of A 300-Year-Old Silver-Inlaid Sword Pommel
#27
1995 Zippo, Before And After. One Day It Will Look Like It Did Before The Sanding And Polish
Barong 1 year ago
One’s a big heavy animal, the other’s a little lighter.
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Colin Matthews 1 year ago
Brilliant! Do any of you pandas know what compound works best to polish Brass?
Tabitha 1 year ago
There is something called Brasso that I know police officers (at least used to back in the day) use to polish the brass on their service revolvers.
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Lambert emphasizes the importance of cleaning more often and having a schedule for it (for example, doing 10-15 minutes of tasks every evening).
"Simple things to keep up with daily include washing dishes, wiping counters, wiping down the stove for grease after cooking, and throwing away any trash. Then you can add in high dusting one night or dusting surfaces another night. Make sure to include the toilets at least once a week, showers can be once every other week, as well as scrubbing the stove, backsplash, and hood!"
#28
Client Called Me Thursday, Went To The Pool Friday, Started The Clean Up Process. Before Is From Friday And After Is Tuesday, Quick Turn Around In 100+ Degree Louisiana Heat
Tabitha 1 year ago (edited)
And some scrubbing on the bottom and sides. That slimy c**p does build up. They probably drained this pool, scrubbed it out, then refilled it with fresh clean water that was then treated with the proper amount of chlorine. Daily cleaning will keep it from getting like this again (there are robot pool cleaners that can do it automatically). If the owners can’t do it themselves, they can have a pool service do it for them. They can also properly cover it when the owners want to close it down if it gets too chilly to swim.
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#29
Bathtub
Geoffrey Scott 1 year ago
My wife was SO mad, Daughter and fiancée were moving apartments. She has asthma, but asked me to clean the bathroom mold/mildew/scale up. Straight bleach and a blue scrubby. Didn't spend a lot of time in there after applying bleach, but rinsed and scrubbed it quite clean.
Traveling Lady Railfan 1 year ago
What's your favorite (non purchased chemical bathroom cleaner) hack/product for tubs?
M Whee 1 year ago
3 1/4 c water, 1/2 c rubbing alcohol, squirt of dawn dish soap and optional essential oil choice(the alcohol smell is a bit strong). This seems to cut soap scum pretty good for me. I have to use something else occasionally because of the hard water here.
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#30
Years Of Grime Removed From Tile Floor With Vinegar, Baking Soda, Dish Soap And Water
After letting everything sit for an hour, a lot of the filth was lifted to the surface. I used a scrub brush to clean the crevices and the dirt came off just like using a hot knife through butter. I highly recommend using this non-toxic cleaning method.
The Short Lady 1 year ago
Except vinegar and baking soda fizz but cancel each other out chemically.
Traveling Lady Railfan 1 year ago
I let the vinegar and detergent sit, then add the baking soda which yes, reacts with the vinegar but at that point it's the abrasiveness of the baking soda you need rather than it's pH value. I use detergent and baking soda for cleaning often. My brothers a vinegar user.
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#31
30 Minute Soak In Vinegar
#32
Currently I Reorganize All Of Our 80 Workplaces In The Office
Tabitha 1 year ago (edited)
I wish more IT folks would take more care when installing new computers and stuff. Be aware of the tangle of wires you’re making, and try to straighten them up and make them neater. A neater and more organized office is way more pleasant to work in than one that looks like a garbage heap. Easier to keep clean too.
Tamsin Far 1 year ago (edited)
VERY nice work. Love it. Reminds me of the new colleague they put into my room and me bonding over a coil of reusable cable ties.. the happy look on his face when I offered it just told me it would be a good fit :D
#33
One Of The Dirtiest Cars I’ve Detailed. The Lady (86) Was Super Sweet And Tipped Me $100
Ian Rose 1 year ago
It would help if the actual before & after photos were of exactly the same area, rathe than front & back seats
Kel_how 1 year ago
Click on the link under the picture to see all of the before and after pics 😊
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LakotaWolf (she/her) 1 year ago
That's the average amount of daily floof that falls off of my dog - half German Shepherd, half Kuchi Dog (livestock guardian breed.) His fur is long and dense and this is what my van looks like after ONE car ride XD I have a removable liner, though. stilly_on_...9f2e09.jpg 
Maisey Myles 1 year ago
I’m guessing she had a big dog that she took on plenty of car rides. 100 upvotes for Granny!
LakotaWolf (she/her) 1 year ago
Apparently two, a black Lab and a white German Shepherd. I'm not surprised. I have a half-GSD and the amount of fur he sheds is insane.
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#34
My Work On This Oven From Today's Job... Before/After
Lord of the laserprinter. 1 year ago
My time to shine.... If you release the catches on the hinges the door lifts out.
Scott McLeod 1 year ago
I Use Bar keepers friend to get the last few bits left on the door after a self clean
#35
Hurricane Helene Destroyed Our House But Not Our Cast Iron
goldenwood_cottage 1 year ago
build a nice hot camp fire and chuck them in until they are red and ashy. Pull them out and let cool. Scrub with steel wool to remove leftover ash and rust, oil and put it into a hot oven for an hour. Oil again and wipe every bit off you can. it'll look like the after pix.
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Faelwolf 1 year ago
For rust, soak in molasses and water. It's the gentlest method and redeposits the iron back to the skillet. Takes a couple days. It turns the rust into a black slime that easily washes away. reseason immediately as it will be raw iron. Mix is simply molasses until the water looks like strong black coffee. For quick and dirty on cheap cast iron, soak for a few hours in household vinegar.
#36
30 Yrs Of Grease And Grime On A Le Crueset - Before And After
Kalikima 1 year ago
It's someone's knees. They took the picture with it on their knees.
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WOW somebody wasn't doing a very good job of washing it over the years. You did a great job on it
goldenwood_cottage 1 year ago
really. those are easy to keep clean, so I can't understand this. I use mine at least weekly, and it looks new after years.
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#37
I Cleaned My Grandmother-In-Laws Old Watch For Her
David 1 year ago
I'm picturing scare stories where you tell little kids the old lady on the corner is a witch and has a watch band made from the teeth of little kids who came on her property. Then wait for them to catch a glimpse of it when she comes out to get her mail. "IT'S TRUE! IT'S TRUE!" LOL
#38
Grout Clean In My “New” House
JB 1 year ago
And to take off and hit anyone who dirties your clean grout!
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Sherylcatmom 1 year ago
Beautiful! What did you use on the grout? If I'd known the grout between our shower tiles was going to turn gunk brown, I'd have had dark grout put in instead of light gray. Nothing we clean it with seems to help.
featherytoad 1 year ago
It looks like the grout is supposed to be black and she scrubbed all the color off.
#39
Before And After Some Cleaning Of A Friend's Friend's PC
Janissary35680 1 year ago
I've seen PCs and laptops so clogged with dust that the fans could hardly turn. A local computer repair shop has a compressed air source that blasts the dust out of them. Instructions for use include "Wear a protective mask over nose and mouth."
Epona 1 year ago
You can buy a can of compressed air and remove the dust at home. Dollar stores have cheaper cans of it than hardware stores do, but they're usually inexpensive. Don't forget to wear a dust mask!
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MalayDragon 1 year ago
How on earth was it running at all in the state it was in for the Before picture...
Beth Wheeler 1 year ago
People have no idea of how much dust is in their computers, laptops, tv's, etc.
#40
I Scrubbed One Side Of A Pan I've Had For Many Years
LakotaWolf (she/her) 1 year ago
From OP on Reddit: "Bar Keeper's Friend and a variety of brushes. ScotchBrite Scour pads cut the best, but are hard on the fingers." I second Bar Keepers Friend - that stuff is AMAZING. My family owns a housecleaning service and we use it.
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#41
Found This Solid Copper Mug At An Antique Store For $4 And Spent An Hour Cleaning It With Vinegar And Baking Soda
tom 1 year ago
lovely. apart from drink from it, what does one do with a copper mug? serious q here
SirWriteALot 1 year ago
Better not drink anything acidic from this mug or you'll get a toxic drink. (that#s why the mule-mugs are lined on the inside)
#42
Cleaned My Keyboard For The First Time In 13 Years
Beth Wheeler 1 year ago
Holy c**p!!! I turn my kn over and tap the back side and shake it to get stuff out of it.
Huddo's sister 1 year ago
Is there a way to get access to the inside of a laptop keyboard to clean it, without breaking it? Mine is desperate for a clean.
Grace Note 12 months ago
There's no way I could have used the keyboard in that state. It's absolutely disgusting!
#43
Ancestral Grime Update
digitalin 1 year ago
I remember this post on Reddit! Click through and read, OP is funny.
Load More Replies... pineapple87 1 year ago
This. I don't understand how some people never think to wipe down the handles of cabinets/drawers/doors when it would be so easy to keep them clean with a quick wipe every now and then. You don't even need to do it every week, once a month or every couple of months and the smudges still come off without scrubbing
#44
This Bathroom Cabinet I Just Cleaned
Amused panda 1 year ago
Looks like the first photo was taken whilst the cleaning product was already on
Pharmtechgurl 1 year ago
I have that same case for my phone - can you get yours to glow? Mine wont. Good job, btw
#45
Before And After Photos Of My Oven That The Previous Tenant And Landlord Left For Me. Not Perfect, But So Much Better!
TheElderNom 11 months ago
How do you you get the burnt in parts clean on the glass top stove?
Load More Replies... Pharmtechgurl 1 year ago
what did you use? I constantly struggle with mine, can never get it fully spotless
MotherRobinson 1 year ago
Use a glass scraper they sell them at Walmart and most hardware stores.
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#46
Cleaned My USB Cable With An Alcohol Wipe
Hey! 1 year ago
I do this too! I don't smoke or have pets; the cords turn yellow with the sun and the environment.
Lyoness 1 year ago
I didn't even know this was possible. I'm going to try it right now.
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Lynn Donovan 1 year ago
I heard it was the fire repellent they put in there that turns the plastic yellow.
Elladine DesIsles 1 year ago
I do this often because of my son's OCD, but I'm not sure I've ever had such a dramatic result.
Kira Okah 1 year ago
Just a plain old sunbeam can do this. Kee it in a sunny room, it's going to yellow.
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#47
Before/After Of A Backyard Cleanup I Did Today
Jane Jayne Jain Jeign Jein 1 year ago
This is the first one where I've preferred the before picture.
Bec 1 year ago
The before shot sheltered countless life forms, contributing to biodiversity. You turned it into a lifeless patch of ugly that supports nothing. On top of that, the first was beautiful.
PetePanda 1 year ago
You know what? Not only did they work hard, but this was likely a client request. Just because shrubs got removed hardly means this is lifeless and ugly. It absolutely still supports a ton of life and I'm not too worried about biodiversity in someone's 8x20 backyard. Way to s**t on someone's effort.
Load More Replies... Tabitha 1 year ago (edited)
I’m no fan of boring and colorless lawns. They may have other plans for this space, and just needed it cleared first. I would’ve left quite a bit of the best of what was there, well, there. I just would’ve cleaned out any trash thrown in there, and any mess that could’ve harbored dangerous pests, or an overabundance of pests that could’ve ended up inside the house and made a huge mess inside. Especially if I had kids or pets, who could be hurt by anything dangerous—-or sick or infectious—-hiding in that tangle. Not to mention it could be a fire hazard, so neatening it up would be a good idea.
#48
I Polished My Silver Spoons Today
Henrik Fleischer 1 year ago
Beauts <3. Also try hot water on normal salt on alu foil, let silver lie there for 10 minutes, sparkling clear result. Wouldn't believe my own eyes first time I saw it.,
#49
Last Year We Had A Bag Break And It Dropped A 1.75l Bottle Of Vodka And The Pavements Been Clean There Ever Since
SmooshieFries 1 year ago
Right? No wonder it kills the body's filter organ. Bye bye liver
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Apatheist Account2 1 year ago
Not sure that this counts as "tackling the mess" - it looks like it's created one.
#50
Professional Oven Cleaner Here - Would Anyone Be Interested In My Top Tips And Products?
Nimitz 1 year ago
I've also got experience as a professional cleaner. Use any canned oven cleaner from the store, follow directions, use steel wool for the tough spots, wipe with a damp rag, then a different rag with fresh water to catch any residue. Secrets revealed...
Data1001 1 year ago
Won't steel wool leave scratches on most inner oven surfaces?
Load More Replies... Traveling Lady Railfan 1 year ago
Any tips that don't require canned oven cleaner from the store?
Lenore Jean Jones 1 year ago
It just has a metal cover over it in the after picture.
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#51
A Fox In My Backyard Left Me A Raccoon Skull. So, I Decided To Clean It Up
LakotaWolf (she/her) 1 year ago
It is. I checked the original post. Some of the teeth fell out while he was boiling the bones, but he put them back in.
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#52
My MacBook Pro Before And After I Used Listerine To Remove The Anti-Glare Coating
Glen Ellyn 1 year ago
It also removes floor wax. I worked overnights for a local discount store restocking shelves. Someone dropped and broke a bottle of store brand mouthwash. Yep, it removed the floor wax and we had to notify the cleaning crew to fix it.
Load More Replies... René Sauer 1 year ago
Because the before pic looks hella annoying. I would have removed i, too.
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Before And After Of My Moms A Bathroom
I was told I should post the before and after pics in a separate post lol, so here it is: Based on some suggestions, I did four rounds of cleaning, it definitely took ALOT of patience.
1. toilet bowl cleaner, that I made sure was thoroughly covering the tub by lightly scrubbing it all over it. I let it sit for 15-20 minutes, scrub hard with steelwool. Rinse Barkeepers friend powder and with the same brand gel, I made it into a little paste that I coated the whole tub with, let it sit for 45 minutes and then scrubbed, rinse. This got almost all of it.
2. CLR, thoroughly spread around the walls and let sit for 5-7 minutes, scrub, rinse
3. one last deep scrub with vinegar, elbow grease and a lot of cussing and fussing because my back locked up bent over the tub at this point.
Nimitz 1 year ago
After rinsing things VERY thoroughly to avoid making chlorine gas, you can set some strong ventilation and spray that all down with a 50/50 water/bleach solution and it'll get rid of almost all those dark spots. Leave it to sit for about 20 minutes, rinse with hot water. Make sure you do not mix the bleach with vinegar, CLR, or ammonia
Debby Keir 1 year ago
Curious - what makes the bath so black? Never see one like that in real life. Are these baths platic, or enamel?
#54
At 25 Years Old I Learned You Are Supposed To Clean Carpets
Tabitha 1 year ago
Learning all kinds of cleaning tips will make your future partner so very happy. Believe me. My husband was a bachelor well into his thirties when he married me. He said if you’re single long enough, even a bachelor will get sick and tired of living in a garbage heap and learn how to clean up. Same with cooking. Convenience food (heat and eat) is full of preservatives and processed foods, and takeout/eating out gets expensive. Eventually a man will learn how to cook, for his health AND his wallet. Of course, there are exceptions who will always live in their own funk, but most sentient men will learn how to cook and clean for themselves—-and that’s when they will be their most attractive to potential partners.
Epona 1 year ago
Being single is not an excuse to ignore housekeeping. Regardless of gender.
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16 Years Of Use Of vs. Freshly Cleaned Floor
FoxEcoLimaIndiaCharlieIndiAlfa 1 year ago
Is this floor in a coal mine? /J But seriously have they never once attempted to clean or sweep this floor, in 16 years, while also never taking their shoes off?
#56
Kitchen Utensil Drawer - Before And After
I used to hate this drawer, and now it makes me happy to use it! Still want to find a better spot to store clips, but other than that this setup has been great for us.
Lenore Jean Jones 1 year ago
I did a similar cleanup on a couple of my kitchen drawers. It's not perfect, but it is much better, and I was very proud of myself.
featherytoad 1 year ago
Me too, and I bought a utensil holder for the counter for the big things, like spatulas, ladles, etc., because my drawers are so narrow.
Load More Replies... MotherRobinson 1 year ago
Mine look like the before pic but now I'm inspired to organize mine like this.
#57
Thanks For The Tips. Owe Y’all One
I assumed I was destined to live with this shower stained forever. I read a comment where someone said their grandma told them if it’s not scratched or melted then it can be cleaned, and I felt inspired to try.
#58
Thank You Guys Again, Full Before And After
#59
Oven Before & After From Work Today
LakotaWolf (she/her) 1 year ago
You devalued someone else's hard work. You basically just said that all the time they put into cleaning is meaningless. Does that make you feel good? Because it makes you look bad.
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Tag-Teamed By Adhd And Depression For A Year. Finally Cleaned My Atrocious Nest
René Sauer 1 year ago
Hm, good job. but for comparison it would have been better to shot the after pic from the same angle as the before.
Mike Rodrick 1 year ago
People manage this & you complain about the photo. Amazing!
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#62
Before & After Cleaning I Did Today!
Kayci Styles 1 year ago
Put a cap or over on that open sewer line that you've got there. There is potential for methane exposure and explosion.
Epona 1 year ago
Just a guess: decreasing permanent cognitive impairment from mold exposure?
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Engine Block: Before And After Cleaning
Ace 1 year ago
Yeah, I dn't thin those bores could have cleaned up like that without a rebore.
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Update Post On Cleaning Dutch Oven
Fester Sixonesixonethree 1 year ago
How did you do this?!?!?!? I have a frying pan I need to clean up. Nothing seems to work.
brookeannsimmer 1 year ago
Depending on the pans finish you can use 'bar keepers friend', some water, and a plastic, not steel, scrubby
Load More Replies... Debby Keir 1 year ago
Fill with one part thick bleach and 4 parts hot water. Leave to soak about half an hour and then rinse thoroughly.
FoxEcoLimaIndiaCharlieIndiAlfa 1 year ago
Does thick bleach mean that you should put a good amount of it in the pan or do they make a bleach that is less watery and more gel like?
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Really Puts Things Into Perspective When They Clean One Of The Seats
Jane Jayne Jain Jeign Jein 1 year ago
I think they probably replaced a torn seat - I don't think those seats ever get cleaned like that.
#66
Cleaned My Parents Front Door
#67
Update On The Burnt Pot: Coworker Said Screw It And Cleaned It By Hand
I guess he had the same idea but using brute force instead of any cleaners.
Laura Lawson 1 year ago
For anyone who may have burnt food on pots, bleach will remove it in seconds. Just remember to clean it REALLY well afterwards. 👍
Janissary35680 1 year ago (edited)
After cleaning I always put the pan etc through the dishwasher. Usually by itself.
Load More Replies... Debby Keir 1 year ago
Try dishwasher pre rinse and leave for half an hour - may need to be done a couple of times, but it works (but don't use with teflon coated pans)
#68
An Hour Of Scrubbing And Polishing And This Casserole Dish Is Good As New!
Nimitz 1 year ago
It's pyrex. You can spray it with oven cleaner, leave it for an hour, then wipe it off with a sponge instead of scrubbing.
Janissary35680 1 year ago
I find a little scrubbing with the scratch pad side of the kitchen sponge is still necessary to get rid of the really hard-baked bits.
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LakotaWolf (she/her) 1 year ago
OP says Bar Keepers Friend. I second BKF. It's amazing. My family has a housecleaning business and we use it.
Load More Replies... #69
Cleaning Oil Stains Off Concrete
Kira Okah 1 year ago
I would guess a concrete cleaner, at least is what a neighbour here used to get these type of stains from their driveway.
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Deep Cleaning The Floor, So Satisfying
I am deep cleaning the floor, which has only been surface mopped since we moved in. This does not get rid of the perma-grime. So I've done a full surface strip. The top bit is perma-grime, the bottom bit is the stripped floor. Now I know what the floor looks like. Only another 900sq ft to go!
#71
Before And After - Cleaned Up This 1930s Oil Can With Meguiar’s #6 Cleaner Wax
#72
New & Clean vs. Battle Tested & Dirty
WalterWhiteSavannah 1 year ago
The honda dealership keeps reaching out every week trying to get me to trade in my 2018 civic. Till now I've resisted, but there's a 2019 sti I want so bad I'm really struggling with temptation.
LakotaWolf (she/her) 1 year ago
STIs are such magnificent cars. I have an '01 Volkswagen Eurovan that I inherited after my mom bought the van and then found out that installing a wheelchair ramp would be too expensive. I have always wanted to own something like an STI or even a Shelby, but the van still runs and I have two large-breed dogs XD I say pull the trigger on the '19 STI!
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Some Nice People Helped Me On How To Clean My Retainer. Here Is The Final Result And How It Was
Scotira 1 year ago (edited)
Mine didn't get clean and was so discoloured, that I was ready to have a new one made. My last try was with those cleaning tablets for dentures (I used Kukident). Worked wonders 😅😇
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Guys Tell Me A More Satisfying Thing That Seeing Your Groupset Before And After Cleaning It
#76
3 Years Without Cleaning Mouse Pad Before And After
Data1001 1 year ago
Your mouse will stop gliding smoothly over a dirty mouse pad, which will make the simple act of moving your cursor around on the screen a bit frustrating. And if you've got a very old mouse (the kind with a ball instead of a laser), you also need to open up the mouse and clean the gunk inside every so often, so the ball keeps moving easily.
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Cleaned My Boyfriends Crusty Keyboard After 5 Years
Lenore Jean Jones 1 year ago
You cleaned the brand name right off? Looks more like a new keyboard.
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Nathan Hibbs 1 year ago
On a side note, I’ve always wondered what percent of BP users are American. Judging by the high amount of American political talk I would assume it’s pretty high but idk.
Kel_how 1 year ago
I'm American, but I've seen plenty of comments from folks outside of the US talk about our politics. I wish we weren't so important and/or drama-filled.
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Jasmijn 1 year ago
I’m not hating on anyone, but I have both auADHD and treatment-resistant depression, to the point where I’ve attempted to unalive myself, yet I’ve never allowed myself to wallow in filth, neither my home or my body. My home is often unorganised, but never dirty. Even at my lowest I still forced myself to do housework, because the thought of living in filth was abhorrent.
Gingersnap In Iowa 1 year ago
Excellent job everyone! I definitely need to pull up my big girl panties and ask for help with cleaning my house. It'll be a long sad winter if I don't do something.
Ladedah 1 year ago (edited)
Personally, I find it disrespectful for people to be posting before and after photos of things and places that they were hired to clean. This is exactly why I refuse to hire anyone, no matter how much more convenient it may make my life. You see companies posting before and after on their socials every day and start to think, "No thanks. Rather do it myself than have them posting my house /yard / car on there." People are ruining their own traffic with that b******t. Get a couple of consented before and afters and call it good; don't be posting new s**t every day. Not everyone is good with the world invading their privacy.
Elladine DesIsles 1 year ago (edited)
We have no way of knowing from the info provided here if they have the homeowner's consent or not. I wouldn't assume the worst (though I wouldn't assume the best either). I would think, however, that getting caught posting pictures without consent wpuld be very bad for business, and not worth the risk of negative reviews, lawsuits, etc.
Load More Replies... Nathan Hibbs 1 year ago
On a side note, I’ve always wondered what percent of BP users are American. Judging by the high amount of American political talk I would assume it’s pretty high but idk.
Kel_how 1 year ago
I'm American, but I've seen plenty of comments from folks outside of the US talk about our politics. I wish we weren't so important and/or drama-filled.
Load More Replies... Jasmijn 1 year ago
I’m not hating on anyone, but I have both auADHD and treatment-resistant depression, to the point where I’ve attempted to unalive myself, yet I’ve never allowed myself to wallow in filth, neither my home or my body. My home is often unorganised, but never dirty. Even at my lowest I still forced myself to do housework, because the thought of living in filth was abhorrent.
Gingersnap In Iowa 1 year ago
Excellent job everyone! I definitely need to pull up my big girl panties and ask for help with cleaning my house. It'll be a long sad winter if I don't do something.
Ladedah 1 year ago (edited)
Personally, I find it disrespectful for people to be posting before and after photos of things and places that they were hired to clean. This is exactly why I refuse to hire anyone, no matter how much more convenient it may make my life. You see companies posting before and after on their socials every day and start to think, "No thanks. Rather do it myself than have them posting my house /yard / car on there." People are ruining their own traffic with that b******t. Get a couple of consented before and afters and call it good; don't be posting new s**t every day. Not everyone is good with the world invading their privacy.
Elladine DesIsles 1 year ago (edited)
We have no way of knowing from the info provided here if they have the homeowner's consent or not. I wouldn't assume the worst (though I wouldn't assume the best either). I would think, however, that getting caught posting pictures without consent wpuld be very bad for business, and not worth the risk of negative reviews, lawsuits, etc.
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