"My issue is remembering to reach down and dust those baseboards. While it doesn't take more than a pass of a damp microfiber cloth to get them clean, I've got a lot of baseboards in my house, so I'm thankful it's not a task that needs to be done every week. Or, at least it doesn't now that I know to give them a couple of swipes with a dryer sheet - a trick Apartment Therapy taught me."
"For best results, follow these steps after dusting or vacuuming your baseboards. Take a single unused dryer sheet from the box. If you use large dryer sheets, feel free to cut one in half. Using the same motion you would to dust the baseboards, run the dryer sheet along the entire baseboard, paying special attention to any trim or grooves."
Run an unused dryer sheet along baseboards after dusting or vacuuming to leave a light film that repels dust and pet hair. Use unscented, nontoxic, or eco-friendly dryer sheets to avoid chemicals and fragrance while still getting the same effect. For large sheets, cut one in half and use the same motion as dusting to cover the entire baseboard, including trim and grooves. The residue helps prevent dust from sticking and reduces the need for frequent cleaning. The technique is quick, simple, and effective for homes with many baseboards or shedding pets.
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