Entryway, Bathroom, Kitchen: The Dirtiest Places in the House and How to Save Them

Everyone knows that if you don't clean up the dirt on the floor right away, it will spread throughout the apartment. It's one thing if you live alone, but if there are children and animals in the house, any puddle becomes a catastrophe. We explain how to optimize the cleaning process so you don't have to clean all day long.

Cat scattering litter from the litter box

Some cats are so diligent about burying their 'treasure' that particles of litter scatter in all directions, and then they spread throughout the apartment on their paws. Not only on paws, you've probably stepped on them yourself in the hallway. Unpleasant, right?

SOLUTION

Buy a deep litter box with sides, and place a soft mesh mat for the bathroom underneath. These are sold in all household goods stores. When your cat does its business, small pieces of litter will remain on the mat. You can simply roll it up and shake the crumbs into the toilet.

Dirty paw marks on the floor

If in dry weather, hair and fur on the floor and furniture can still be managed, but during the transition season, these are added to drops and dirt that drip onto the floor in the entryway from paws and shoes. And if your dog is big and goes to the bathroom on its own to wash its paws, then dirty traces and streaks remain all along the path.

Solution

First, buy a rubberized mat that absorbs moisture, which you immediately place the dog on after a walk. This will get rid of liquid puddles. If you train your pet to sit in one place for some time until paws and fur dry slightly, you'll also avoid dirty streaks from drops. Yes, it's hard, but worth trying.

If you don't want to cover the beautiful floor in the entryway with an absorbent mat — the consequences of street sludge can be easily cleaned up with Thomas DryBOX Amfibia or DryBOX + AquaBOX Cat & Dog. Both models feature an AquaBOX water filter that, unlike other types of dust collectors, is not afraid of liquid dirt, large debris, or water.

Dog hair on clothes and in soup

In autumn, dogs molt, and quite a lot! It feels like the whole apartment is covered in fur. Agree, it's especially unpleasant to find your beloved Bob's fur in a bowl of soup or on a business suit when you're rushing to the office.

Solution

Of course, you can stock up on brushes in pet stores and comb your favorite pet every day, but the most reliable and modern solution against fur is the Thomas DryBOX + AquaBOX Cat & Dog vacuum cleaner.

This powerful and convenient vacuum for quick dry cleaning was specially created for pet owners. It is equipped with two of the most popular filtration systems — cyclonic DryBOX and water AquaBOX. The model comes with attachments for effective fur removal from the floor and furniture.

Child playing at the table

For many little ones, playing at the table is one of their favorite pastimes. Children throw objects and watch them fly to the floor in various trajectories. The effect varies, for example, a spoon clatters, and porridge softly splashes and spreads on the floor.

Solution

You don't need to react too harshly if your restless child plays at the table. They are just exploring their surroundings and developing fine motor skills by gripping and releasing their hands.

Try to control the situation and watch what the child throws and where. To help the child gradually understand that food should not be scattered on the floor, involve them in the cleaning process but do it in a playful way.

So couch smells like a dog

Street dirt on paws and fur is not all that dog owners have to deal with. Another issue is odor. Even small Yorkies emit a smell, not to mention larger breeds like German Shepherds. Nobody wants the smell of a couch to remind them that there's a dog in the house, but bathing your pet is often harmful. What to do?

Solution

Between 'bath days,' wash your pet's paws with regular household soap without fragrance. It not only cleans the paws well but also eliminates bacteria, odor, and doesn't dry out the skin between the fingers. Also, don't forget to wash the bedding your dog sleeps on regularly before it gets saturated with its scent and spreads the smell throughout the apartment.

And the fastest way is to turn on the Thomas DryBOX Amfibia vacuum and clean the couch with a special attachment for wet cleaning of soft furniture. Moreover, the AquaBOX filter not only removes all unpleasant odors but also purifies the air in the room.

Dog or child peed on the carpet

To train a puppy to go outside, you need time and patience. While you're raising your pet, puddles can appear in various places. The hardest part is cleaning the carpet, as besides the stain itself, it absorbs a persistent unpleasant smell.

A similar issue arises for parents when it's time to potty train a child. Toddlers aged 1–1.5 years don't understand what is expected of them, so they often pee directly into their pants instead of the potty. As a result, puddles appear on the floor.

Solution

If the puppy with a guilty look peed on the carpet right in front of you, count yourself lucky! That means you’ve been given a chance to remove the fresh stain immediately.

It's faster and more reliable to do this with DryBox Amfibia. One of the vacuum's functions is wet cleaning of any surface. Thanks to the special design of the attachment, water with Thomas cleaning solution instantly hits the surface and gathers up the dirt together.

If the stain is already dry and set in, apply a mixture of vinegar and water to it and leave it for several hours. Then sprinkle the dirty spot with baking soda. It will absorb both urine and vinegar. You can then vacuum the carpet in dry cleaning mode.

Children should be gradually potty trained. It's better to start when they already understand adult speech or even refuse to wear diapers. Never force a toddler to use the potty. Sit your child on the potty regularly for several minutes before bedtime and after waking up, before and after a walk. Be sure to praise the child for the result.

Cat knocks over plant pots

Cats like to make a mess in potted plants. As a result, the windowsill and floor are covered with soil, which small children enjoy playing with and spreading further — for example, onto a light-colored couch. And if the fluffy prankster knocks over a pot, it's game over! Wet soil gets into the carpet and gets stuck in the gaps of laminate or parquet flooring.

Solution

Place orange and lemon peels next to indoor plants. The citrus scent repels cats and discourages them from entering again. Cats also don’t like walking on crinkly surfaces, so you can lay foil on the windowsill.

Conclusion

A little mess and chaos are inevitable in a house with small children and pets. But no matter what disorder they create, it's forgiven. Because the mess can be easily cleaned up, and the love and affection we get from them is priceless!