Storing cleaning products: clean solutions for the home
Whether it's for the big spring clean, the weekly cleaning campaigns or the small cleanings in between, cleaning products are simply a must. After all, their special ingredients ensure hygienic, clean surfaces, a shiny oven and clear windows. Over time, all kinds of cleaning products accumulate, which quickly raises the question: how can store cleaning products?
If you are currently facing this exact situation and don't quite know what to do with all-purpose cleaner, oven foam and laminate care, then you've come to the right place. In this article, we'll tell you how to store cleaning products properly, both safely and functionally.
So let yourself be inspired by our tips on cleaning product storage below.
Why is it so important to store cleaning products correctly?
Safety plays a particularly important role when it comes to storing cleaning products, especially if children live in the household. Many cleaning products contain chemicals or alcohol, which is why they should not fall into the wrong hands. You should also make sure that cleaning products are kept out of reach of pets. In both cases, there is a risk of poisoning or inhaling dangerous vapors.
In addition, proper storage of cleaning products helps you to keep an overview, which in turn avoids duplicate purchases and unnecessary expenditure. Also remember to store cleaning products properly in a cool, dry place so that you can benefit from their effectiveness for as long as possible. You can also prevent certain products from affecting each other. For example, storing ammonia near bleach can trigger chemical reactions. By taking this into account when storing cleaning products, you can avoid such risks.
Ultimately, intelligent cleaning product storage helps you to have quick access to all the important little helpers you need when cleaning. This saves time, effort and is also guaranteed to save nerves. You'll be through with your cleaning routine much faster and can enjoy your well-earned free time for longer. Sounds good, doesn't it?
Digression: Which cleaning products are really useful?
When buying cleaning products, you are just as often faced with a huge range of products as we are, from all-purpose cleaners to special stain removers. But which ones are really necessary? We opened our cleaning cupboard and took a look at the cleaning products we keep. Once everything has been sorted out and assessed, we have identified the most important household products for you.
All-purpose cleaner are ideal for almost all surfaces in your home. A good all-purpose cleaner can clean kitchen surfaces, bathroom tiles and much more. A real all-rounder that you should never be without.
When it comes to cleaning streak-free windows and mirrors, it's best to rely on a glass cleaner. This will make all glass surfaces shine and sparkle in no time at all.
Hard water has the disadvantage of making life difficult for you with limescale deposits in the kitchen and bathroom. That's why you should always have a good descaler to hand. In humid environments, however, the risk of mold growth increases. Once it has spread, it can become a health hazard. With a powerful mold remover you can say goodbye to it.
Last but not least, of course, the classic for toilets: the sanitary cleaner. Indispensable if you want to eliminate bacteria and odors in toilets and other sanitary areas.
TipIf possible, use environmentally friendly and biodegradable alternatives for cleaning products. These are non-toxic and do not harm the environment - and usually do the same job as conventional cleaning products. Some household products that can be found in your kitchen also act as cleaning aids, such as vinegar, baking soda or citric acid.
What do you need to store cleaning products?
Before we get straight down to business and look at how to store cleaning products properly in every room, let's take a quick look at what you need. The following are ideal for storing cleaning products Lockable cupboards or high shelves. This means that neither children nor pets can reach the products.
You should also bear this in mind:
- Transparent or labeled storage boxes
- Small Storage baskets for accessories
- Drawer organizer such as dividers or drawer inserts
- Spray bottles
- Trays or mats for leakage protection
- Labels and waterproof markers for labeling
Bonus tipAlways check the expiration dates of your cleaning products. You should dispose of products with expired use-by dates immediately to avoid health risks or damage to materials. It is also best to dispose of damaged or leaking cleaning products as quickly as possible to prevent skin irritation.
Cleaning product storage: How it works!
Now that we've covered the basics, let's move on to the essentials: Our tips to help you store cleaning products properly from now on. Because most people store their storage system of cleaning products in the kitchen, bathroom or utility room, we have devoted our attention to these areas below.
Bathroom
As the bathroom is cleaned frequently, it makes sense to always have your cleaning products to hand. For products that must not get into the hands of children, you can use childproof storage boxes with compartments that are placed on higher shelves to make them inaccessible to them, unless you have access to a lockable cupboard.
Hanging organizers on doors or walls are also suitable for storing cleaning products, as they create additional storage space without taking up space. Magnetic strips are ideal for storing smaller metal objects safely and neatly.
Special drawer inserts are useful for organizing smaller bottles and tubes, preventing them from sliding back and forth in the cupboard or flying around chaotically. This approach to storing cleaning products also makes it easier to find certain cleaning products.
Cleaning cloths can be ideally stored in small storage baskets or on special hooks, which not only creates order but also ensures quick drying.
Kitchen
The kitchen needs to be cleaned just as rarely, which makes storing the right cleaning products essential here too. This is compounded by the fact that you should not store cleaning products next to food. The cupboard under the sink is a good place to store them. To keep things tidy here, transparent plastic storage boxes are ideal. They allow you to clearly sort everything from dishwasher tabs and various cleaning products to cleaning cloths and sponges.
Using boxes also makes it easier to clean the cupboard itself. If liquids leak, the mishap is limited to the box itself and you can remove them more easily. It also ensures that harsh or corrosive cleaning products are stored safely and stay out of the reach of children.
Small, pull-out drawers under the sink are also helpful for keeping frequently used cleaning aids such as sponges and brushes quickly to hand.
Ideal: Utility room or laundry room
If you have a separate utility room or laundry room, use it to store bulky cleaning items such as vacuum cleaners, brooms or pressure washers. Of course, you can also store all your cleaning products here. Advantage: You have everything in one central location, which can also be locked away out of the reach of children and pets.
Nevertheless, you can sort smaller cleaning items in a lockable cupboard, which is particularly practical for keeping a clear overview and further increasing security.
An alternative idea for storing cleaning products in your utility room is to use storage boxes that can be stacked on top of each other. You can color-code these to quickly locate different types of cleaning products, such as cleaners for floors, surfaces or special applications. You also create more space and can easily move or rearrange them if necessary.
As you can see, these tips make it easy to store cleaning products in a safe, efficient and practical way.