If you’re a pet owner, then you know that hair shedding is just another day in the life of owning a cat or dog. Even if you vacuum your home on a regular basis, pet hair always seems to end up in places you didn’t know it could possibly go: The underside of furniture, the pantry shelves, and even behind the fridge. Pet hair has a knack for showing up at the most inconvenient times — like when guests are over or right before company is set to arrive. You may have thought that having pets means less cleaning, but in reality it can be more work than ever before. Thankfully, with these pet-friendly cleaning hacks as your guide, keeping your home tidy won’t be such a feat after all…
Have a dedicated lint roller for pet hair
If you’re a regular user of lint rollers, then you’re probably aware that these are not meant to be washed and re-used. However, if you have a dog or multiple cats that shed heavily, you may find that it’s impossible to keep your lint roller hair-free. A dedicated lint roller for pet hair is worth its weight in gold and will save you a lot of headaches. For starters, you can easily wash it with pet-safe cleaning products, so you don’t have to worry about chemicals harming your furbabies. A dedicated pet hair lint roller will also be large enough to handle most jobs, meaning you don’t have to spend extra time cleaning the roller multiple times. If you’re a pet owner, you know that having a dedicated lint roller can make a world of difference.
Keep a stash of microfiber cloths
If you’ve been cleaning for any duration of time, then you’re probably familiar with microfiber cloths. These handy cleaning tools are extremely versatile, and are suitable for cleaning just about any surface in your home. While microfiber cloths are great for general house cleaning, they’re also perfect for tackling pet hair. Pet hair can cling to practically any surface, but microfiber cloths can help remove it with ease thanks to their fine texture. You can use microfiber cloths to clean any hard surface in your home (such as tables, countertops, and floors), but they’re even more useful when it comes to tackling pet hair. If you have a dog or multiple cats, you know there will be pet hair scattered all over your home. Keep a stash of microfiber cloths around, and you’ll be able to quickly wipe up any excess hair your furry friends leave behind.
Baking soda is your best friend
Have you ever noticed that baking soda is a common ingredient in a number of cleaning products? That’s because it’s one of the best cleaning ingredients out there. Baking soda is a natural abrasive that can be used to clean just about any surface in your home. You can use it to clean your fridge, oven, and stove, as well as countertops, floors, and most other surfaces. It’s probably no surprise that baking soda is an excellent pet-hair remover. Simply sprinkle some baking soda on a hard surface, scrub it with a broom or broom-like tool, and then wipe it clean. You can also mix baking soda with water to make a natural cleaning solution. Simply mix equal amounts of baking soda and water, and use this as your primary cleaning solution. This will help you tackle a variety of cleaning jobs, while also eliminating pet hair.
Try carpet deodorant
If you have a dog or multiple cats and a carpeted home, then you know that pesky pet hair can get into the fibers of your carpet. You can try vacuuming this hair out with a regular vacuum, but you might find that it’s nearly impossible to get every single strand out of the carpet. Instead, try using a carpet deodorant to tackle pet hair in your carpet. A carpet deodorant is designed to get deep into the fibers of your carpet, removing built-up stains and odors while also pulling out loose pet hair. You can buy carpet deodorant in a can or in a spray form, and it’s a great solution for tackling pet hair in your carpet. For best results, apply the carpet deodorant to the fibers of your carpet with a soft bristle brush.
Don’t underestimate the power of elbow grease
If you’re willing to put in a bit of elbow grease, you can easily clean up pet hair from hard-to-reach places in your home with a bit of patience. Try cleaning behind your fridge, the underside of your furniture, or between the cracks in your stairs. You can also use a broom to sweep up the pet hair that’s fallen onto the floor. If you have a dog or multiple cats, you probably already know that pet hair can get on just about any surface in your home. Fortunately, you can use a combination of elbow grease, a soft bristle brush, and a dusting mop to clean up this pet hair. Simply use the soft bristle brush to scrub the hard-to-reach places in your home, and the elbow grease will remove the pet hair from these surfaces. When it comes to the pet hair that’s fallen onto the floor, a dusting mop is the perfect tool for removing it. Simply attach a microfiber cloth to the mop, and you can easily clean up the floor.
Utilize vacuum attachments to get the nooks and crannies
Most people clean their home using a regular vacuum, but there are a wide range of attachments available. These attachments can be used to clean everything from curtains to hardwood floors. You can use these vacuum attachments to tackle pet hair that has gotten into the nooks and crannies of your home. For example, if pet hair is stuck in the folds of your curtains, you can use a vacuum attachment to clean them out. Similarly, if pet hair has gotten into the crevices of your furniture, you can use a vacuum attachment to clean it out. You can also use one of these attachments to clean the hardwood floor in your home, which is perfect if your furry friends like to hang out in the living room.
Don’t forget the small, hard-to-reach places
If you’re cleaning pet hair, you should also try to tackle the small, hard-to-reach places. This will help you curb the amount of pet hair in your home, meaning you can clean up hair more quickly and easily. If your pet hair is stuck in the corners of your furniture, you can try using a microfiber cloth to clean it out. Similarly, if your pet hair is stuck in the crevices of your couch, you can use a soft bristle brush to clean it out. You can also try cleaning the small, hard-to-reach places in your home with the help of a swiffer duster. Swiffer dusters are excellent for cleaning up pet hair from the small, hard-to-reach places in your home.
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