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20 Simple Tricks To Make Spring Cleaning So Much Easier

Spring cleaning doesn't have to be the bane of your existence this year. And you'll feel like such a boss once it's actually done.

1. Use a dustpan to fill up a tub of water for mopping.

2. Clean your toilet with Coke.

3. Use a lemon to get rid of water stains.

4. Dryer sheets will remove buildup from glass.

5. Keep your cleaning supplies neat with a tension rod.

6. Meet your new BFF, the Magic Eraser.

7. Get pet fur off a carpet or furniture with a window squeegee.

8. Use coarse salt to clean cast iron.

9. Towel + broom = a way to reach high, hard-to-clean spaces.

10. Clean screens with coffee filters.

11. Get all the grossness out of your keyboard with a toothbrush and cotton swabs.

12. Don't miss the tiny spots, like the tracks on sliding doors or window panes.

13. Make everything in your fridge organized and easily accessible.

14. Store condiments in an egg carton to prevent spills.

15. Fold your shirts vertically to save space and maximize visibility.

16. Properly fold a fitted sheet.

17. De-pill your clothes with a razor and some tape.

18. Vacuum-seal bulky winter clothes and blankets for easy storage.

19. Use the hanger trick to get rid of clothes you don't wear anymore.

20. And the best possible advice: Drink while you clean.

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