The “dog days” of summer can be hot, sticky and downright dirty when you have pets. Dogs, in particular, track lots of dirt and mud in from the outdoors, so if have a four-legged family member, it can be a struggle to keep your home clean. The first step is to keep your dog clean, says House Beautiful; establish a regular grooming schedule that includes bathing, brushing and professional treatments, if its breed characteristics and coat demand it. A cleaner dog means a cleaner home.
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Dust for a Cleaner Indoor Environment
A closed-up house can get dusty fast in the wintertime. If you haven’t done so already, be sure to dust your home’s ceiling fans, picture frames, electronics and the hidden spaces beneath furniture; vacuum all rugs and carpets; and replace your furnace filters. Not only will you save money on home heating costs, you’ll breathe easier knowing that the whole house is clean — and especially if you and your family members have allergies.
Throw Rugs Keep Winter Grime at Bay
Use throw rugs in high-traffic areas to keep harsh winter grime from ruining tile, wood and even carpeted floors. Salt can abrade wood and tile, but carpeting can hide the dirt and wetness tracked in with winter weather until it’s too late — and then your carpeting will have a permanent dirty spot. Use carpet and upholstery cleaners judiciously, says the University of Nebraska; using the wrong one can ruin fine fabrics.
Protect Your Home Against Winter Dirt
Winter weather means one thing for your indoor environment: more dirt. People track in mud and salt when snow accumulates on the ground outside, and that dirt can mar your floors. Give the floors a good scrubbing when the weather is dry, and place a low tray or throw rug tray at each of the entrances to your home. People can leave their wet shoes and boots there, and your floors — and house — will stay cleaner longer.