Are you on the hunt for a clever cleaning hack or storage trick to save time and money at home? From how to get your microwave sparkling in a matter of minutes, to how to fold towels like a pro, these fuss-free ideas on TikTok will transform your home routine.
1. Cleaning a microwave
TikTok user @mama_mila_ posted a step-by-step video showing how she removes harsh grease and grime from her microwave using a simple solution of just a cup of water and a teaspoon of washing detergent.
It seems simple enough, but how does her trick work?
1. In a glass jug, mix one cup of water with one teaspoon of washing detergent.
2. Give it a thorough stir until the detergent dissolves into the water.
3. Place it into the microwave and set the timer to four minutes. Keep an eye on it so that it doesn't bubble over.
4. Once the four minutes are up, let it sit for another four minutes before opening the microwave door.
5. Afterwards, take a damp cloth and throughly wipe down the inside of the microwave. Thanks to the detergent and warm water, the grease will soften and is therefore easy to wipe away without scrubbing. 'Gently wipe the microwave and watch the grime slide off,' says @mama_mila_ in the video.
Want to have a go yourself? Take a look at the microwave cleaning hack in action below:
2. Folding towels hotel-style
Want to master the art of folding towels at home? Well, look no further as TikTok user @mama_mila_ also shared a clever trick for getting that hotel look in your bedroom — and it's a brilliant way to wow guests. It's also a great storage hack, taking up less space in a cupboard. Take a look at the video below...
3. Removing red stains from the carpet
TikTok user, @cleanthatup, posted a video showing how he got rid of dark red stains on his carpet using the steam from a hot iron.
First, he sprayed carpet stain remover onto the affected area and then placed an old cloth on top. Once he done this, he took his iron (using the steam setting) and went over the red stain. It wasn't long until the stain disappeared. So clever!
4. Stainless steel cleaning hack
Looking to restore the shine on your stainless steel kitchen appliances? Well one hack shows exactly how to get it looking as good as new by just using an old cloth and a spritz of vinegar.
TikTok user @kiana_kahn posted a video along with caption: 'Amazing since it isn't using harsh chemicals!'
5. Space-saving wardrobe hack
TikTok user, @hollyvlogsofficial, has revealed how you can fit more clothes into a small wardrobe by simply using metal ring pulls from cans of soft drinks.
How does it work? Holly begins by looping one of the ring pulls around the metal part of the hanger, then simply using the same piece of can to hang another item of clothing. It's both affordable and incredibly clever. Take a look at the space-saving trick:
6. Removing limescale from a tap with a coin
This ingenious hack, which was posted by @kirstykearney6, shows how to cleverly remove tough grime from a bathroom using a 1p coin. By scrubbing away the limescale with the penny, she was able to restore its shine.
Take a look at the video below...
7. Scrubbing a bathtub using a grapefruit
Looking for an all-natural bathroom cleaning solution? TikTok user @aligrams3 used grapefruit with a small dash of sugar to scrub away hard water residue and soap scum.
'Start scrubbing! The acidity helps to remove scum. It's nice and clean, plus it smells delicious!' said Ali.
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