Damp dusting is a method of cleaning surfaces using a slightly moistened cloth to effectively trap dust and prevent it from becoming airborne. Here's how to do it:
Steps for Effective Damp Dusting
- Prepare Your Materials: You will need a clean, soft cloth (microfiber is ideal) and a spray bottle with water or a diluted cleaning solution.
- Dampen the Cloth: Lightly mist the cloth with water or your chosen cleaning agent. It should be damp, not soaking wet.
- Fold the Cloth: Fold the damp cloth into quarters. This provides multiple clean surfaces to work with, as mentioned in the reference: "Whenever the towel gets dirty fold the towel to a clean side."
- Dust the Surface: Gently wipe the surface, applying light pressure. Avoid using too much force.
- Change to a Clean Section: As the cloth picks up dust and dirt, unfold it to reveal a clean section. Re-mist with your cleaning agent if needed and continue dusting, depending on how dirty your furnishings are.
- Repeat: Continue folding and re-misting the cloth until the entire surface is clean.
- Dry (Optional): If necessary, use a clean, dry cloth to wipe the surface dry, especially if you've used a cleaning solution.
