Are you running around the clock and your housework never ends? Maybe it’s because you’re doing too much. Yes, some of the tasks you do every day are actually… perfectly dispensable! It was an unexpected revelation from my grandmother that changed my outlook. Curious to know what she taught me? You could save several hours a week…
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Drying the dishes: a reflex… counterproductive
You wash your dishes and, hey presto, you take out the dishcloth? Stop! Let your plates air dry. Not only do you avoid spreading bacteria with an unhygienic dishcloth , but you also save time. A good dish drainer is all you need!
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Rinse before the dishwasher? It’s outdated
Another stubborn habit: rinsing your dishes before putting them in the dishwasher. However, recent models are designed to detect dirt . By rinsing, you reduce their effectiveness! A simple scraping of food scraps is more than enough.
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Vacuuming every day, really?
Unless you have a shedding dog or an exploratory baby, there’s no need to vacuum every day. Focus on high-traffic areas once a week. And take off your shoes when you enter —a simple step to keep your floors cleaner for longer.
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