Clean flooring, furnishings, and windows aren’t enough to make a property appear lived in if the baseboards are filthy. Not to worry. Baseboards are simple to clean and only need to be done a few times a year to maintain them in good condition. Follow this guide on how to clean baseboards in the bathroom.
Vacuum cleaner
Eliminate filth and grime from the baseboards using your vacuum’s brush component. Make careful to clean the gap between the floor and the bottom of the baseboards. What if you don’t have a void to work with? Using a little whisk broom makes quick work of the cleaning chores.
Using a broom
The baseboards could only require a dusting if they’re not very filthy. By employing the correct tools, you can make the process easy on yourself. If you don’t have a tiny handheld broom, use a new, clean painting brush (those used to paint edges work better). To catch any hairs and debris swept away from the baseboards, you may wish to sweep them before vacuuming the floor. Also, if your vacuum has a tiny enough brush attachment, you may use it to clean your boards.
Clean using a microfiber towel
Once the dust has been gone, you’re ready to tackle the tougher stains and filth. Because they collect food and grease splatters, kitchen baseboards are notoriously filthy. To make a solution of hot water, dishwashing liquid, and vinegar, add the ingredients into a bucket. Scrub stains and scuffs using a towel or microfiber cloth dipped in the mixture. Make careful to fully wring out the towel or sponge before scrubbing the baseboards. Brush the trim’s grooves clean with a toothbrush. When you’re finished, use a clean towel to dry the baseboards. The wood might be damaged if water is left on it for an extended period.
Remove the Crannies from the Area
If there is a space between the baseboards and the floor, wipe it with a cotton swab soaked in the cleaning solution.
Protect
Use a dryer sheet to remove any remaining dirt from your freshly cleaned baseboards. This inhibits the buildup of static electricity, which draws in the dust.
Tips for Cleaning Baseboards in Your Home
The final thing you should clean in your house is the baseboards. The dirt in the bathroom will be stirred up, and some of it will be deposited on the baseboards as you clean the floors and dust the furniture. Per the manufacturer’s directions, use a wood cleaner purchased from a local shop to clean discoloured baseboards.
If soap and water don’t remove tough stains, you may have to repaint the baseboards.
Keep in mind these few baseboard cleaning tips:
- Do not scrub the baseboards until the very end of the cleaning process. Because of this, they won’t accumulate dust and debris from the ceiling. Wash your walls while you wash the baseboards
- If you want to make your baseboard cleaning endeavour simple, focus solely on a single bathroom.
- Get your loved ones to assist you in cleaning the baseboards. Teach kids how to wash baseboards and make this task a collective effort. With a little bribery, the project may become a family affair. Assign a certain area or room to each family member, provide them with their cleaning supplies, and turn on some songs while they work. If you’re the first one done, you win!