Put the Spring in Cleaning
Spring is officially here and with it comes bright colorful clothes (the best part), but also cleaning (the worst part). Yesterday, on ABC’s Channel 7 in New York, I shared some Spring Cleaning tips along with my favorite time-saving household products. If you want a clean home and are starved for time, you’ll love these products as much as I do.
Multitask with the iRobot Roomba Bagless Robotic Vacuum
Right now, Roomba is my favorite gadget (sorry iPod). Most people don’t like vacuuming, but love having clean floors. Having a Roomba is like having Rosie from the Jetson’s vacuuming one room while I do something else, like the dishes. Actually, we call ours a “he” for some reason and the first few times we used him, I just watched in amazement. There are other models, including a Scooba version that mops. What will they think of next?
Make Room with Vacuum Seal Storage Bags
Out with the old and in with the new! Space is always an issue, especially for apartment dwellers. These are great for storing your bulky winter jackets and comforters because in these bags, they can shrink to half their size. You’d be surprised how much you can fit under your bed!
Delegate dirty work with an Automatic Self-Cleaning Cat-Litter Box
Cleaning the litter box is such a dreaded task. I have cats and have used a variety of automatic boxes over the years. Pricey, yes, but worth it! They’re especially great because by alleviating that chore, you have more time focus on why you love fluffy in the first place.
Freshen up with Febreze Scentstories Player
We all want our homes to smell fresh and clean — and this is a great product to help you do just that – just put in the reusable discs and as it plays, a quiet fan rotates through five scents, one every 30 minutes. For anyone interested, you can also check out Epinions reviews on this product.
Cut the clutter with a Magnetic Pocket Folder
If you’re like me, getting dinner on the table often includes a take-out menu. Magnetic pockets are perfect for organizing them - just stick one on your fridge or file cabinet and dinner is a snap.
Erase mistakes with the Magic Eraser
These really make cleaning up easier, saving manicures everywhere! I use them to get the scuff marks off of our hallways walls and floors.
Take advantage of these time-saving gadgets, and you’ll have more time to enjoy spring.
I’m always interested in other cool household products and gadgets. Contact me or post a comment if you’d like to share any of your finds.
