Out of ideas? Apply these 9 home cleaning and organization hacks to spice up your life a little bit and help save time. Spending that time with your family is fun, don’t you think?

1. Don’t Forget the Doormat

When it comes to trapping dirt, use two doormats-one outside and another inside. When your boots are covered in salt and snow, this trick can be especially handy to clean them. Keep the mess at bay by regularly cleaning the mats.

2. Combine Multiple Tasks

You can accomplish two tasks at once by cleaning similar areas at the same time. The owner of CleanMama.net, Becky Rapinchuk, suggests cleaning blinds and baseboards when vacuuming and washing floors.

3. Skip that Bucket

A dirty mop bucket sometimes makes things worse when dirty water splashes around. A microfiber mop solution mixed with diluted cleaning solution is used in a spray bottle, according to owner of The Green Cleaning Coach, Leslie Reichert, to mop without a bucket.

4. Stock Up on Products

Bathroom tile cleaner should not be used on mirrors. According to McGee, the right products are imperative to achieving efficiency and effectiveness. Do you fear cleaning your house because cleaning products contain so many chemicals?

5. Organize Cords With Old Bread Tags

As we add more electronic items to our homes, our homes become more cluttered with cords. Those of you who have attempted to figure out which cable goes behind your gaming console are aware of how difficult it can be. Cord organization is easier with old-fashioned tags than with guesswork. Label the cords and attach the tags. The cord hack is a great way to organize cords in the home as well as the office.

6. Repurpose a Drawer to Organize a Bedroom

You can make under-the-bed storage by upcycling old furniture drawers. A set of casters beneath the drawer will make it simple to roll the drawer out from underneath. Additionally, you can stain or paint the drawer to match your decor. If you don’t use it often, it’s a good place to store children’s toys, blankets, shoes, and clothes.

7. Create a Cleaning Plan

Cleaning, however, may be inevitable, so you’ll want to plan ahead and create your own cleaning hacks before you begin the task. Cleaning is like dancing to me. Work in a circle around a room, wiping light switches, door frames, baseboards, and walls, and keep your motion smooth to prevent getting distracted. Inspect everything carefully and work your way down,” says McGee.

8. Baking Soda + Vinegar = Voila!

Mix equal parts water and vinegar to clean the oven’s surfaces the next morning. Overnight, it will be protected by baking soda paste. You will see the chat bubble up and break apart as the baking soda and vinegar react. Spray additional vinegar over the problem area after letting the vinegar soak in for a few minutes. Your shoes will no longer smell when you use baking soda.

9. Hang Your Tank Tops from Shower Curtain Rings

Tank tops are inexpensive wardrobe essentials that pile up in most closets and drawers. Three shower curtain rings and a clothes hanger will help you keep them organized. The tank top straps can be fastened to the rings as soon as the rings are hooked to the hanger. It’s easy to organize scarves, belts, hats, and necklaces with this shower curtain ring hack.

Article by: Umar Farooq