I use a dust mop and sometimes a swifter, but it doesn't pick it all up and I hate using the vaccum all the time.
2006-07-18 05:31:38 · 13 answers · asked by cocoapeachy 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
Unless you have a bad finish or a lot of cracks or grooves in the floor, regular sweeping and mopping should be sufficient. Try using a regular broom first so the stiffer bristles can get in the cracks, instead of the dust mop which is designed to catch loose dust particles. Also, sweep with the direction of the boards, not across them. Less dirt and hair will fall in the cracks that way.
If that doesn't help, you could be stuck with the vacuum.
2006-07-18 05:37:31 · answer #1 · answered by desiderio 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They say to use a dryer sheet on the swifter and it will pick up all of the hair and make it so it is easier to do the next time. I have yet to try this.
2006-07-18 05:35:26 · answer #2 · answered by Jeep Driver 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I bought an inexpensive 'stick vacuum'. It is basically a dust-busters with a long handle. There are several models/brands out there right now. Some get pretty fancy, cordless, use 'swiffer' pads, etc, but even the cheapest one work much better and are much easier to use than a regular vacuum cleaner. And it is certainly easier than sweeping.
2006-07-18 05:39:05 · answer #3 · answered by Wundt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vacuum is the best way. I have the Eureka 431AXZ Optima Lightweight Upright Vacuum. It's light and works great on hardwood and carpet with pet hair. Only con is that you have to empty the tank often and pull the fur from the filter BUT that is true wilth all vacuums.
2006-07-18 05:44:01 · answer #4 · answered by MagPookie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use Endust, lightly sprayed, on my dust mop (Which is an O'Cedar pad and handle covered with Terry cloth) It seems to do a good job, and picks up all the hair. When the pad is full I take it outside and shake it. When it's dirty, I swap it with a clean one. The Endust added helps pick up the hair, and prevents static.
2006-07-18 05:38:29 · answer #5 · answered by yep_yep_2004 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sweep with the swifter then go over it with a dryer sheet on the end of your swifter or put a dry rag on your swifter and spray with pledge..
2006-07-20 07:50:06 · answer #6 · answered by Rain32 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have incredibly furry critters myself so I know how annoying this problem is. Could you compromise and get yourself a little cordless vacuum, like a DustBuster-type deal? It's easier than pulling out the big canister or upright all the time. Maybe you could hang it and the charger up under your sink (provided you have an outlet down there) - then it would be out of sight but you could still grab it when you need it.
2006-07-18 07:52:37 · answer #7 · answered by k9 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use a motorized sweeper that I keep plugged into the wall for charging. Works on carpet and hardwoods.
2006-07-18 05:35:50 · answer #8 · answered by Pam 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I guess you'll have to try the good ol fashioned broom. I have a hard floor vacuum/scruber and I love it.
2006-07-18 05:35:26 · answer #9 · answered by smalltownangel 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a Mop and lightly dampen it and your home free.
2006-07-18 06:21:59 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋