Smart Dusting Tips for a Cleaner Home
Dusting doesn’t have to feel like a never-ending battle. With the right tools and a few smart tricks, you can keep your home clean without spending hours every weekend. The key is consistency and technique — knowing what to dust, how often, and what to use. Start from the Top Always begin dusting from higher surfaces and move downward. Ceiling fans, light fixtures, and shelves accumulate dust faster than we notice. If you start low, you’ll only have to clean those surfaces again once the dust from above falls down. A simple rule: top to bottom, left to right. Use the Right Tools Forget the old feather duster. It just moves dust around instead of picking it up. Use a microfibre cloth or electrostatic duster instead. These materials trap dust instead of spreading it. For tight corners or blinds, use a soft brush or an old sock over your hand to reach every spot easily. Tackle One Room at a Time Breaking down the task helps avoid feeling overwhelmed. Choose one room per day ...