Coastal Living Cleaning Hacks: Keeping Your Space Coast Home Fresh

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Living near the beach in Cocoa Beach, Satellite Beach or Melbourne is a gift, but salt air, sand and humidity bring their own cleaning challenges. These are our favorite hints for keeping a coastal home calm, clean and fresh.

Stop Sand at the Door

Use two mats: a rough coir mat outside and a washable mat inside.
Keep a basket of baby powder by the door. It helps sand slide right off damp skin.
Create a 'shoes off' zone with a bench and a basket for flip-flops.

Fight Salt Film on Windows and Glass

Salt spray leaves a cloudy haze on windows and sliding doors. Mix equal parts white vinegar and warm water, spray, and wipe with a microfiber cloth. Finish with a dry cloth in an S-pattern for a streak-free shine. Clean exterior glass on a cloudy day so the sun doesn't dry the solution too quickly.

Keep Humidity and Musty Smells in Check

Run bathroom fans for 20 minutes after showers.
Leave shower doors and curtains open to dry.
Place small bowls of baking soda or activated charcoal in closets.
Wipe grout lines weekly with a baking soda paste and an old toothbrush.
Change your AC filter regularly. It's one of the best things you can do for indoor air in Florida.

Care for Outdoor Furniture and Lanais

Rinse patio furniture with fresh water every week or two to remove salt buildup. A gentle wash of dish soap and warm water handles most pollen and grime. Dry cushions completely before storing them to prevent mildew.

Beach Towels and Swimsuits

Shake towels outside, then wash with a half cup of white vinegar in the rinse cycle to remove salt and keep them soft. Rinse swimsuits in cool fresh water right after the beach and lay them flat to dry in the shade.

Protect Stainless Steel

Salty air can spot stainless appliances and fixtures. Wipe them with a drop of dish soap in warm water, dry right away, then buff with a tiny bit of olive oil on a soft cloth, following the grain.

Small daily habits beat big weekend scrubs. Ten minutes a day keeps a coastal home feeling like a vacation.

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