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Cleaning Products & Hacks for People Who Have ADHD or Just Hate To Clean As Much As I Do

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I'm not saying I'm lazy, but, well, yes, that's actually exactly what I'm saying. I'm lazy (when it comes to cleaning). I hate cleaning. But alas, I also hate living in filth. What's a girl to do? She's to harness the superpower of her ADHD hyperfocu...
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I'm Gonna Go See A Man About Some Porcelain

Bonus points if you get the “whiz palace” reference from Parks and Rec. Cleaning the bathroom isn't for the faint of heart, especially when you live with all boys like I do. But I've managed to figure out every trick in the book to make it a little l...

 
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I think I've tried every “no scrub” or “automatic” shower and tub cleaner out there, and this is the only one that actually works. It's like magic. You spray it, then later, you rinse, and it actually cleans the shower. Magic, I tell ya!
Wet & Forget Shower Cleaner Weekly Application
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One of my little hacks is that I attach hooks in the cabinets under all my household sinks. I hang a little scrub brush or an e-cloth rag on them. I may not have time or energy to scrub down the whole bathroom, but I can clean and wipe the sink in fifteen seconds flat a few times a week.
Command Small Wire Toggle Hooks, 16 White Hooks
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These are the best cleaning cloths (and I feel like I've tried them all). You don't even need to use cleaner if you don't want to. They work with just water, leave a streak-free shine, are thick, and are highly absorbent. I have them hanging under ev...
E-Cloth 5-pc Microfiber Cleaning Cloth Set
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I have these handy little scrub brushes hanging under every sink, plus in the shower (also under the kitchen sink for dishes). They're so versatile and convenient to do a quick clean-up, and I just toss them into the dishwasher to sterilize them ever...
Scotch-Brite Little Handy Scrubber Brush, 6 Pack

For Every Job That Must Be Done...

You're probably of a certain age, like me, if you're finishing the rest of that sentence. If there's anything that I learned from Mary Poppins, it's that injecting any tedious task with a little bit of fun goes a long way.

 
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If you struggle with care tasks like cleaning (or laundry, dishes, cooking, etc.), I want to first say that you're not alone. I feel like I've finally gotten a pretty good handle on the cleaning in my home, but I still massively struggle with food pr...
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A fun way to get anyone (kids or adults) more motivated to clean! The first one to get a BINGO can win a prize.
Chores Bingo | Chore Chart Bingo | Chore Charts | Chores Game | Cleaning Bingo | Digital Download | Printable Chore Chart | Daily Task Chart
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Get Organized

 
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This simple hack has saved so much space under the kitchen sink. I simply added a pressure rod and hung spray bottles from it.
Use a Rail in Your Sink Cabinet for Cleaning Products
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Feminine and functional, this apron has a little pocket for my cell phone, and it has nice big pockets to toss things into as I'm picking up and putting away clutter.
Cute Apron | Cleaning Apron | Custom Apron | Gardening Aprons | Apron with Pockets | Half Women's Apron
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You'll see this little timer on several of my boards. As a neurodivergent person who lives with time blindness, it's one of the most helpful tools I've discovered, especially if I'm dealing with a task that I'm having a hard time getting started on. ...
TIME TIMER Home MOD - 60 Min Kids Visual Timer
 
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This fun and gentle cleaning plan and checklist is perfect for those who need a “progress, not perfection” approach to the process.
Magical Housekeeping & Decluttering | Spring Cleaning | Organization | Cleaning Checklist | Cleaning Schedule | Autumn Cleaning
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This magnetic visual chore chart is great for kids or for yourself. You can change the chores up as needed easily, and for visual people (like myself), you can quickly and easily see what still needs to be done.
Upgraded Magnetic Wood Chores Board with Acrylic Dry Erase Sliders - Elegant Task Organizer for Home and Office
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Own Less Stuff

It may seem a little basic, but the easiest way to have a clean, clutter-free home is to own less stuff. 

 
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You might be shocked at how few clothes you actually use and wear. I was. And if you sell your clothes at a consignment store or on ThredUp, you could actually make some money in the process.
Turn Your Hangers to Find Out What You Really Wear
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One thing I like about this decluttering challenge is that the daily challenge tasks are fairly small and manageable. And the spaces that are listed to declutter are very specific. (i.e. “under sinks” rather than “bathrooms”)
ADHD Decluttering Checklists, 30 Day Decluttering Challenge, Home Decluttering List, Decluttering Planner Printable, Decluttering Tracker
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If you've got some cute clothes that you're getting rid of when you declutter your closet, you could actually make some cash! I love ThredUp because I'm able to buy high quality, beautiful clothes for a lower price than retail, and it lowers fashion ...here on my referral link to save up to 45% on your first order and get free shipping!
thredUP | Thrift. Clean out. Do good.
 
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Turn your decluttering into a bit of a card game! These cute cards have great tips, mindsets, and tasks to tackle.
63 Declutter Strategy Cards Tidy Home Management Household Chore Organization Suggestions Spring Cleaning Guide Clutter Control Simplify
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Gather The Best Tools for the Job

 
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The powerful Dyson hand vac makes vacuuming SO MUCH easier. Especially if you have pets. I have two dogs, and they shed so much. The Dyson handheld vacuum cleans beautifully and helps me stay ahead of the dog hair.
Dyson V15 Detect Cordless Vacuum Cleaner
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I don't have one yet, but a Dyson robot vacuum is on my wish list. Their vacuums have been wonderful with dog hair, but it's a never-ending chore. It would be awesome to set a robot onto the task!
Dyson 360 Vis Nav™ robot vacuum cleaner (Blue/Nickel) | Dyson