My nana taught me this trick to clean dusty ceiling fans. Here’s how it works

The Struggle with Traditional Cleaning Methods

Most people try to clean their ceiling fans with a duster or a cloth, which often results in dust dropping on furniture, floors, or even oneself. This method typically requires standing on a ladder or chair, which might be hazardous. Furthermore, dusting without any covering scatters dust everywhere, making cleanup more difficult than it should be. This is where nana’s trick comes in useful.

Nana’s Trick for Cleaning Ceiling Fans

Nana taught me a simple approach that only involves a few household items: an old pillowcase and some cleaning solution (or plain water). This is how it works.

What You Will Need:

• An old pillowcase (that you don’t mind getting dirty).
• A step stool or ladder (if needed).
• A spray bottle containing water or a mild cleaning solution (optional)

Step-by-Step Guide:

Prepare Your Pillowcase: Spray an old pillowcase with water or a cleaning solution. You don’t want it dripping wet; just damp enough to catch dust. The moisture attracts the dust rather than allowing it to travel into the atmosphere.

Position Yourself Safely: If the ceiling fan is too high to reach comfortably, use a step stool or a ladder. To avoid accidents, ensure that it is stable and securely positioned.

Slip the pillowcase Over the Blade: Slide the pillowcase gently over one of the fan blades. The pillowcase’s opening should be near the base of the blade, where it links with the fan.

Clean the Blade: Once the pillowcase has been placed over the blade, press the fabric around it with your hands. Slowly bring the pillowcase back towards you, cleaning the top and bottom of the blade as you go. The dust will be contained within the pillowcase rather than falling onto the floor or your furniture.

Repeat for Each Blade: Continue this method for each of the fan’s blades. If your pillowcase becomes too dusty, you can shake it outside or use a second pillowcase to finish the task.