
Karina Toner
Karina is a professional cleaner and operations manager at Spekless Cleaning, which provides residential and commercial cleaning and maid services in Washington.
She has over six years experience overseeing all operations and quality control at Spekless.
Karina's sought-after advice on the best cleaning tips has appeared in H&G, Real Homes, The Spruce, Architectural Digest, Apartment Therapy and more.
Latest articles by Karina Toner
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11 dirty things I always notice in people's kitchens during hosting season as a pro cleaner – plus, how to quickly get on top of themYou won't need extensive cleaning rituals or pricey products
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Forget soaking your kitchen sponge in bleach or zapping it in the microwave – I’m a professional cleaner and this is the easiest way to thoroughly banish bacteriaThe dishwasher is your best bet
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If you love to cook, these 5 vital kitchen sanitizing tasks are non-negotiables for your creations to taste their best – trust me, I'm a professional cleanerQuality food isn't just about the ingredients
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I'm a professional cleaner, and this is the most vital and overlooked housekeeping task you should do daily if you have kids at homeIt’s a must to prevent sickness
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I’m a professional cleaner, and these are 3 vital housekeeping tasks you should do regularly if you fake tan before bedIt’ll save your sheets from ruin
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How creating accountability zones can help you clean when you'd rather do anything else – 5 tricks to outsmart your brain and accomplish your to-do listChores take less than 30 minutes with this habit-building method
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4 signs you need to replace your microfiber cloths – plus how professional cleaners like me make them last longerThese cloths are more sustainable, but they aren't invincible
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5 things you can clean in 5 minutes or less – cleaning experts say they're easily overlooked and are such quick winsAs a professional cleaner, these are my top tips for quick wins to transform your home
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I’m a professional cleaner, and this is the most overlooked and seriously powerful function on your washing machineShift stubborn grime and odors at the touch of a button
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Looking for a natural laundry-softening alternative? I'm a professional cleaner and it's time to ditch synthetic ones for 5 non-toxic softeners that workRefresh your laundry routine with these fabric softener alternatives
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4 quick things people with clean guest bedrooms always do – to keep these spaces fresh and always ready for guestsBanish bad odors and bust dust, mold and mildew with these expert tips
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I'm a professional cleaner, so trust me when I say you don't need harsh chemicals in your cleaning kit to do the job wellPlus, the few exceptions where commercial cleaners are best for the job
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How to make cinnamon oil for cleaning – and 5 areas of the home you can put it to workThere's 2 easy ways to make it
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I’m a professional cleaner and I always notice these 5 dirty things in dining roomsHere's how to sort them out before hosting guests this Christmas
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I'm a professional cleaner and here are the 7 dirty things I always notice in people's bathrooms – you can easily get these areas back on trackIt's quick to sort
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4 unusual uses for dishwasher tablets – it’s the key to working smarter, not harder when cleaningI’m a professional cleaner and dishwasher tablets bring the elbow grease so you won’t have to
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I'm a professional cleaner and these are the 7 dirty things I always notice in people's kitchens – here's how to get on top of them easily, quickly and cheaplyYou won't need extensive cleaning rituals or pricey products
By Karina Toner Published
