#31 Do the Little Things: 7 Ways to Clean Your Way into a Happier Relationship

It’s no secret that when you have a messy house, getting into quarrels with your love tends to be much easier. When chores aren’t done, tension arises and it can create some problems for your relationship.

On the other hand, going out of your way to do the dishes/clean up the living room/help out around the house can be one of the most effective ways to show your partner just how much you love them….that being said, we also know how inconvenient chores can be (which is probably why when you do them, it means so much to your sweetheart)!

So, we decided to look around to find some of our favorite ways to help you clean your way into a happier relationship. Here are some of our favorite “cleaning hacks” that should make cleaning up a little easier.

 

1. Use a squeegee to remove hair from carpet

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2. Play dough is a great way to clean up spilled glitter

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3. Clean your burned pans by filling it with water, adding 2 cups vinegar, bringing it to boil, removing it from heat and then adding 2 tablespoons of baking soda.

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4. Clean your blender by filling it with water and adding a couple drops of dish soap, blend for a few seconds and rinse.

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5. Scrub your glass baking dishes clean with a ball of aluminum foil and a bit of dish soap.

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6. Use a piece of bread to clean up broken glass

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7. Create a cleaning list for you and your sweetheart.

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Obviously, these are just a few of the hundreds of cleaning tips out there. But really consider #7 and figure out how you and your love can grow closer together by “doing the little things” for one another.

 

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