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Having trouble dusting? Try these simple tricks

Having trouble dusting? Try these simple tricks
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Dusting. Sometimes it feels like a never-ending job. These dusting tips go beyond the obvious Endust and Swiffer to deliver truly sparkling results without too much effort.

This story originally appeared on Simplemost.com

Make your life easier the next time you tackle pesky, hard-to-reach dust with these nine tricks.

1. Clean Your Blinds With Tongs

Once upon a time I was so distraught over the dust level on my mini blinds that I decided it was easier to throw them away and pay the $5 for a new set rather than clean them. Don’t be me. This trick from One Crazy House can make cleaning blinds a snap. All you need is a set of tongs, two microfiber towels and four rubber bands.

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2. Remove Dust From Small Vents

A cheap foam paint brush is the perfect tool to get into those teeny tiny spaces.

3. Use A Lint Roller To Clean Lampshades

This trick is so simple and can make a huge difference. Remember when your lampshades were white? Get rid of the grey dust with a few swipes of a lint roller. Voila!

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4. Re-Use Old Dryer Sheets

Dust will cling to old dryer sheets making them a perfect tool for cleaning electronics. Just be sure to use one that has already gone through the laundry cycle. A new one will leave behind a sticky residue, leaving you with more of a mess.

5. Dust With Pantyhose

Cut old pantyhose or tights off at the thigh, and slip the hose onto your hand or even the end of a broom. The fibers are anti-static and will attract dust as well as any microfiber cloth.

To see the rest of the list, head over to Simplemost.com.