10 Spring Cleaning Tips & Tricks

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In 1 afternoon, your space can look spick and span in a speedy second using these spring cleaning hacks.

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Task by Task

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Smoothie Solutions

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Magic Microfiber

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Move over, Windex

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PULL it, Real Good

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Hairy Sitch

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Toilet Brush

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Just In Case

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Bounce, Baby

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Wax On, Wax Off

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