Hate Cleaning Under The Bed? Do It The Easy Way — No Lifting Or Moving Required

Let's be honest, cleaning under the bed isn't anyone's favorite chore. That doesn't mean there aren't workarounds that make the task easier. Ready to unlock one of the life-altering ways to clean under your bed without even breaking a sweat? A good trick is to take advantage of the long pole attachment that most vacuums come with. Simply clip on the brush head, which can lie flat, and treat your vacuum like a clever little extension of your arm.

Once you have the brush head attached to the long pole of your vacuum cleaner, stick it as far under one end of the bed as it will go. Guide the pole forward and backward along the full length of the bed. The brush head will help catch obvious debris and also that sneaky layer of fine dust that tends to gather on hard flooring like wood, vinyl, or tile. Once you've cleared all the grime from the center of the bed, switch the brush attachment out for a crevice nozzle (sometimes called a crevice tool). Slide the vacuum cleaner pole along the baseboards and around any bed legs, sucking dust from areas a brush head can't reach. With both tools working together, the whole job will probably take just minutes. Thankfully, you don't need to physically move your bed.

To make this job even easier, some vacuum brands sell attachments designed for areas with low clearance. These slim hard plastic tubes can bend or swivel, gliding easily into tight spots that you might struggle to access with a brush attachment. They're not an essential tool by any means, but they could save you time, especially in homes with pets or young children who are prone to dropping crumbs or fur. Knowing the right ways to use the attachments on your vacuum is an essential skill that can mean the difference between a quick sweep and a thorough clean. Another clever idea is to buy a handheld vacuum with a narrow nozzle. While it can't replace a large vacuum for deep cleaning, it is perfect for quick touch-ups in between vacuums or very low-profile beds. The small size allows you to get right into all the corners under your bed.

A final takeaway for keeping that dust at bay under a bed is that cleaning consistently is vital. Let the task slide for months and clumps of hair and dust will cling to carpet fibers or pile up against walls. (Note that using a thin, rigid rather than brush vacuum head is best for carpeted bedrooms.) It's harder to deal with when you finally get around to vacuuming. Add the chore into your weekly cleaning routine and learn how to use your vacuum cleaner attachments correctly. Then, you can handle this arduous task in a matter of minutes with no heavy lifting needed. Don't forget that you should be cleaning your vacuum, too. That's an important but often forgotten task.