Dusting
Try dusting cloth lampshades with a lint roller. It works quickly and effectively without the hassle of a vacuum.
Slip an old unmatched sock on your hand and dust as you go.
Windows and Mirrors
Use old newspapers to clean mirrors and windows. You’ll have a great disposable cleaning rag and be recycling at the same time.
Vinegar is an inexpensive easy cleaner that can be used on windows and mirrors.
To prevent streaking and extra rubbing, wait for an overcast day to clean your mirrors and windows.
Cleaning Out the Refrigerator.
Briefly clean out trash and bad food each trash day morning. It only takes a few minutes to dump the stuff, and will clear out space to make cleaning easier.
Use baking soda to wipe down the inside of the refrigerator. It scrubs and eliminates odors without damaging surfaces.
Cleaning Out the Oven.
On nights when you get take out, take a few moments and spray the inside of the oven with oven cleaner. Then after dinner, or the next morning if your stains are tough, you’ll be able to wipe away the dirt and grime easily, without missing the use of your oven.
from about.com