Giving these places extra attention will make a big difference in your homes overall cleanliness.

You know the drill: vacuum the floors, wipe down countertops, andscrub the bathroom.

So grab your vacuum and scrub brush and start tackling these sneaky neglected areas.

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Your Mattress

When was the last time youcleaned your mattress?

Over time, dirt and germs accumulate in this space, affecting your health and comfort.

Clean out your closet by working from top to bottom.

Finish off byvacuuming all the dust and lintoff the floor or bottom of the wardrobe and along the baseboards.

Make this a monthly habit, and youll have a fresh, healthy, and Pinterest-worthy wardrobe.

First, remove cobwebs or dust with a soft-bristled brush or vacuum.

For stains, you might need to use a special cleaner.

Some products might damage the paintwork, so test it on a small area first.

Piper also recommends opting for a washable paint next time you paint your walls.

Everywhere Above Head Height

Dont forget to look up, especially when youre cleaning.

Inside the Range Hood

How clean is your range hood?

A key step is to let the solution sit for exactly 8 minutes, she says.

We tested this across 50 commercial kitchens and discovered the timing is crucial.

Keep them clean with just a quick wipe-down using a surface cleaner or disinfectant wipe, she says.

Do it every day or a few times a week, and you’ll be good to go.

Our waste water analysis revealed that pipe connection points under sinks harbor significant bacteria, she says.

Recent scientific testing showed these areas maintain higher humidity than surrounding spaces, even in perfectly-maintained homes.

After hearing these results, well never skip cleaning the under-sink water line connections again.