Cats and dogs: You can't live without them, but you can live without their hair. If your home - and therefore you - is constantly covered in pet hair, you will undoubtedly be looking for ways to get rid of it, especially if you are not only a pet owner but also a proud allergy sufferer. So what are the best methods to get rid of pet hair? It's not as hard as you think, and it's just a matter of having the right cleaning tools combined with the best pet hair removal know-how. Below you will find all the tips you need on how to remove pet hair!
Get rid of pet hair in the tumble dryer
Speaking of removing pet hair from laundry in the washing machine - before you do that, tumble dry your pet hair-laden items with a dryer sheet or dryer balls for 10 minutes before putting them in the wash. In contrast to the washing machine, which can work the animal hair further into the fibers of the fabric, the cloths/balls, the movement and the hot air of the dryer dissolve the hair so that it ends up in the lint trap and can be disposed of cleanly. Shake out the laundry before washing itput in the washing machine.
Remove pet hair in the washing machine with home remedies: get pet blankets and clothes clean
Washing pet blankets, rugs, or clothing on a hot cycle helps eliminate household germs and bacteria and get rid of dust mites. Add a liquid water softener or 150 ml to the wash cyclewhite vinegarto further loosen the pet hair in the washing machine. At the end of the wash cycle, you should scoop all pet hair out of the drum.
Also, place a lint roller next to your door to hold your hairof clothingQuickly remove before meeting friends or going to work.
Clean up pet hair on the floor
While using a robot vacuum to remove pet hair while you're on the go doesn't replace thorough vacuuming, it does ensure pet hair stays under control between weekend cleanups.
Remove animal hair with baking soda
Vacuuming is an obvious solution to removing pet hair from carpets, but before you do that, sprinkle a little baking soda on the area - this will help loosen pet hair and eliminate odors - it's a win-win situation.
Get rid of pet hair – clean furniture and bedding
- Perhaps the easiest solution is to cover your couch or favorite bed with a large, washable blanket. While this technique is admittedly not the most aesthetically pleasing, there is a reason why everyone uses it. You can simply put the blanket in the washing machine every few days and easily get rid of dog hair contamination.
- Static charges are what cause dog hair to stick to your fabric surfaces in the first place. Lightly spray your sofa (or any other padded surface your dog likes to hang out on) with anti-static spray to stop the hair before it sticks, or use it to get rid of existing hair.
- Put on damp kitchen gloves or use a damp sponge to remove dog hair from fabric surfaces. The moisture causes the hair to clump together, making it easier to get rid of - either by hand or with a vacuum cleaner. Just be careful not to drown your couch and let it air dry before sitting back on it.
- DIY Solutions: Moistened dryer sheets, lint rollers, and even tape can be effective solutions for getting rid of pet hair quickly and easily.
Remove animal hair from the carpet
Vacuumingof course helpsfor dog hair, but there's another trick: use a spray bottle to lightly mist your carpet with water. Then use a broom to sweep up the clumps of hair before using the vacuum cleaner. The moisture causes the hair to stick together, and a stiff-bristled broom will pull it out immediately. If you are worried about the smell of the carpet, sprinkle some baking soda on the carpet after sweeping, which you can then move out of the way when vacuuming.
Take a water squeegee. Not only can you use it to remove wet nose prints from windows, but you can also use it to rake pet hair out of carpet. Run the squeegee over the carpet as you would a window. The friction between the rubber blade and the carpet causes pet hair to stand up in clumps that you can easily remove by hand or with a vacuum cleaner.
How to get rid of dog hair in the car
- Seat covers keep hair away from the seats and confine it to one area, making it much easier to remove. At the end of the trip, you can simply vacuum the hair or put the cover in the washing machine. If necessary, you can also use an old beach towel as a seat cover.
- If you've had a dog for a while, you know the effect of a lint roller. Keep one in your car to quickly remove dog hair after every trip. Simply expose the surface of the lint roller and run it over your seats to collect loose dog hair.
- Mix 2-3 teaspoons of your favorite fabric softener with water in a clean spray bottle. Spray the mixture onto your car seats and then wipe with a paper towel to loosen any stubborn hairs.
Pro tip:This method works best on upholstery, but not on leather car seats. - Sometimes the obvious solutions are the best. Head to the car wash around the corner and use their high-powered vacuum cleaner, or invest in your own car vacuum cleaner.
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