Let's Talk Dusters - Disposable vs Washable

Let's Talk Dusters - Disposable vs Washable

Author: Angela Brown February 21, 2023 Duration: 8:09

Let's talk dusters: Are you using the right kind of duster and how do you wash and reuse them? Join Angela Brown on Ask a House Cleaner as she answers a viewer's question about microfiber dusters, sharing tips on washing, reusing, and replacing them. Discover the importance of avoiding cross-contamination and why using disposable dusters might be a better choice for your cleaning business. Angela also recommends her go-to duster but warns against using knockoffs. Find out how to dispose of your duster heads and stay clean while keeping your house spic and span!

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*** LET'S TALK DUSTERS CHAPTERS ***
0:00 - Meet Angela Brown, the House Cleaning Guru
1:18 - Can microfiber dusters be re-washed?
1:33 - Does OXO make a duster with a replaceable head?
1:49 - Is the OXO duster washable?
2:00 - Do dusters need to be washed between houses?
2:14 - Can you use the same duster at different client houses?
2:32 - Do dusters pick up germs?
2:49 - Does the dust and germs transfer from one house to another?
3:09 - Do dusters have to be washed every night?
3:29 - What is your go-to duster?
3:44 - Why do you like the Swiffer Duster?
3:58 - Why should you not use the knockoff refills?
4:19 - Does Swiffer have a recycling program?
4:30 - Have people tried to wash the disposable heads?
5:04 - Do you use a new replaceable head at each house?
5:17 - How often does a homeowner need to replace their Swiffer Duster head?
5:57 - How do you know it's time to replace it?
6:44 - Why do people pay for a professional cleaning?

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*** VIDEO CREDITS ***
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HOST: Angela Brown  https://g.page/r/CbMI6YFuLU2GEBI/review
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Angela Brown, known to many as the House Cleaning Guru, hosts Ask a House Cleaner, a daily resource that feels more like a conversation with a deeply knowledgeable friend than a formal lesson. This podcast lives in the practical, sometimes messy, world of maintaining a home or running a cleaning service. Each episode is built directly from listener questions, which means the topics are always relevant and grounded in real challenges. You’ll hear specific strategies for tackling stubborn stains on various surfaces, the nuances of different cleaning techniques, and advice on selecting the right tools for the job. Beyond the physical work, Angela delves into the less-discussed aspects of the craft, such as managing client relationships and effective ways to market a cleaning business for those who do this professionally. The guidance is consistently actionable, designed to be applied immediately whether you’re caring for your own garden, organizing a leisure space, or building a career. The tone is straightforward and encouraging, demystifying tasks that can often feel overwhelming. By focusing on daily, digestible insights, this podcast builds a comprehensive education in home care and business acumen over time. It’s a reliable source for anyone who wants their environment to be cleaner and their process to be smarter, meeting you exactly where you are in your journey.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 1000

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