(0:39) Before using it to clean, check that the formula is prepared properly.

Melissa says:

  • Always use hot water for mixing
  • Use enough to keep surface wet
  • Prepare Oxi-Clean solutions only when you need it

(1:18) Melissa uses three different Oxi-Clean mixtures when cleaning around the house. Each task here will specify a type of mixture.

Concentrate: 1 tablespoon Oxi-Clean, 2 tablespoon Water

Soak: ½ cup Oxi-Clean, 1 gal. Water

Spot Clean: 1 tablespoon Oxi-Clean, 1 cup water

(1:50) Greasy Overhead Exhaust Filters

Soak

  • Take out the filter and let it sit in the soak for a minute
  • Flip it and repeat
  • Rinse and let it air dry

(2:35) Running Shoes

Spot Clean

  • Stir the solution with a cleaning toothbrush
  • Scrub the shoes with a circular motion
  • Rinse and air dry

(3:10) Upholstery Stains

Spot Clean

  • Test Oxi-Clean on the surface before cleaning to see if it is safe for the furniture
  • Brush Oxi-Clean onto the stain
  • Rinse with Water
  • Blot with a Paper Towel

(3:34) Toilet, Tub and Tiles

Use Concentrate

  • Use toothbrush to scrub on grout lines
  • Also good for cleaning mold off of bathmats
  • After letting sit for a few minutes, wipe with paper towel

(4:33) Shower Liner

  • Remove liner from the shower
  • Let it sit in soak for 10-15 minutes
  • Rub it down while wearing gloves
  • Rinse, and let it drip dry

(5:11) Kitchen Tile Grout

  • Apply to grout
  • Let sit for 15 min
  • Wipe with damp cloth

(5:35) Kids Toys

Soak

  • No Toys with Electronics
  • Let toys sit for 5-10 minutes
  • Hand rinse

(6:13) Pet Stains and Odors

Use Concentrate

  • Apply with sponge
  • Rinse with cool water
  • Dry with paper towel

(6:37) Organic and Recycling (Trash Bin)

Soak

  • Make the mix inside the bin
  • Scrub with toothbrush
  • Rinse thoroughly

(7:17) Deck and Patio

Use Spot Cleaner

  • Spray liberally on a dark area
  • Let sit for 30 min
  • Scrub with deck brush

(8:01) Baby Carrier

  • Apply with toothbrush to affected surface
  • Wipe with damp cloth

(8:31) Bathroom Sink

  • Apply to fixtures, and let it sit
  • Rinse and scrub with toothbrush

(9:06) Carpet Stains

  • Blot with paper towel before applying
  • Apply with toothbrush and scrub
  • Rinse with clean water after a few minutes
  • Blot dry
  • Repeat as needed

For more go to the Clean My Space YouTube channel, a TOH Best of the Web pick.