Sparkle Kit - Organizing your Cleaning Supplies |
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Before tackling large de-cluttering projects it’s a good idea to organizing your cleaning supplies. Today we’re going to assemble a cleaning kit – an essential tool you’ll use for years to come. It works so well, I call it my *Sparkle Kit*, because everything gets so clean it sparkles!Your *Sparkle Kit* is simply a container that holds all of your cleaning supplies. Keep it in a handy spot, such as under your kitchen sink, on the floor of your pantry or in a hall closet. Whenever you do any organizing or cleaning, just grab your kit and GO!
Your *Sparkle Kit* container can be whatever you like. A basket, large plastic bucket or even a carpenter’s apron with slots for your supplies will work. Many stores sell their own variation of a cleaning caddy. The one pictured here is sold by President’s Choice. Some people prefer using a large tool apron with big pockets for storing supplies.
Your *Sparkle Kit* will contain both cleaning products and cleaning tools. The contents of everyone’s kit will vary but here are some general guidelines:
Cleaning Products:
- All Purpose Cleaner – Acts as a de-greaser and disinfectant. Use it to clean toilets, floors, counters and more. You may also decrease the concentration and use it in a spray bottle for spritzing.
- Tub and Tile Cleaner - These products break up soap scum and hard water stains in tubs, showers, and tiles so that they can be scrubbed away with ease.
- Glass Cleaner – Cleaner designed for windows and mirrors. Many glass cleaners contain ammonia, which should never be mixed with bleach—the resulting fumes are highly toxic.
- Mild Abrasive Cleanser - Peppered with small mineral or metal granules, this solution helps you scour scum on tubs and tile with a minimum of elbow grease.
Cleaning Tools:
- Clean rags and/or microfiber cloths – absorbent and good for dusting, wiping and gentle cleaning.
- Scrub Brush – use on ceramics, fireplaces, and any rough surface for deep cleaning.
- Spray bottle - makes cleaning large surfaces a snap, since you can just spritz and wipe. It also comes in handy for spraying homemade stain-removal solutions onto carpets and upholstery.
- Rubber Gloves – protect your skin from harmful chemicals and agents.
- Toothbrush - gets into all the places you can’t. Use it to clean the tracks of a sliding glass door, scour around the base of faucets, and around sinks
- Feather or microfiber duster – Use it for blinds, artwork, and even plants.
- Abrasive cloth and/or sponge – removes dried grit and dirt from hard surfaces.
- Roll of Paper Towel – use while cleaning glass and mirrors or shining faucets.
Teresa | May 19, 2008 at 9:39 am - §
This is a bad day to start. All the stores are closed for the holiday. I will have to pick these things up tomorrow... along with tomorrow's task. I'm excited, but a little nervous about this clutter control.
Freedom | May 19, 2008 at 2:28 pm - §
I found most stores in my area are open today.i.e. Canadian Tire is open until 5 pmGOOD LUCK !
anartist | May 26, 2008 at 8:46 am - §
Wow, now that I have the kit together can't wait to use it!
Fareeda Marzuq | June 5, 2008 at 9:34 am - §
I have all the supplies and tool and much more. I will need to put it together and any duplication of items need to get rid of or use it up and not replace it. I love the idea and waiting to get started.
Laura | July 14, 2008 at 1:14 pm - §
I already had a very similar 'sparkle kit' - so it's nice to know I'm on the right track even if I can't seem to control the clutter. In addition to all the great cleaning supplies, I have a tiara from a children's costume store tucked into my kit. I wear it around the as I clean. It may look silly but it's part of my cleaning costume - yellow gloves, apron and tiara. A little bling never hurt anyone!