10 Handy Things You Can Do with a Hose Wand

Your driveway is the biggest entryway to your home and a great one can make a big statement. However, common crud, debris, and grease spots can turn it into a real eyesore. Luckily, it's easy to reclaim a concrete driveway—provided you have the right tools. For general cleaning and tough stains alike, use a versatile tool like the HYDE PivotPro Outdoor Cleaning Wand. After attaching it to a normal garden hose, you can easily spray away debris, while the pivoting scrub brush turns a normally backbreaking chore into a breeze. For big stains, amp up your cleaning power by adding soap to the built-in reservoir and adjusting the soap-to-water ratio with a switch. 

Related:  5 Simple Steps to Renew Your Concrete Driveway

Once you’ve cleaned and organized the inside of your garage, you'll want to turn your attention to the outside. A little soap and water will spruce up a grungy garage door like a charm. Again, the HYDE PivotPro can tackle the job beautifully, eliminating the need for a clunky bucket and sponge. The integrated soap reservoir adds scrubbing bubbles to the water with the flip of a switch and the stiff-bristle brush swivels into action wherever you need it most, then easily swings out of the way when you don't need it.

Related:  10 Bargain Organizers for a Tidy Garage

Your patio furniture maintenance routine depends on whether you've got wicker or wrought iron, plastic, upholstery, or wood. One thing's for certain though: Constant exposure to the elements means your furniture is going to attract dirt, mold, and mildew. While essential, cleaning patio furniture isn't the most enjoyable way to spend a summer's day. Luckily, it's easier than ever to give furniture much needed TLC, with a tool like the HYDE PivotPro. The adjustable spray allows you to select a gentle fan spray for delicate vinyl upholstery, and a more powerful jet to blast gunk from metal or glass tabletops. Plus the pivoting nozzle lets you give the undersides of the table and chairs a thorough washing from a comfortable standing position. 

Related:  How To—Clean Patio Furniture

Washing the windows brightens your whole home, both indoors and out, but safely cleaning high windows can be a challenge. Fortunately, the HYDE PivotPro has a 46-inch wand to help you reach hard-to-clean glass from the ground. Plus, the adjustable cleaning pads and brushes are perfect for washing windows. The tool's built-in soap reservoir let's you switch between a soap and water mixture to plain water for rinsing, leaving your windows sparkling and shiny.

Related:  How To—Make Your Own Window Cleaner

Paved patios and walkways are a beautiful addition to any home, provided they're well maintained. Put your best foot forward by keeping stone pavers clear of dirt, grime, and salt residue. With the HYDE PivotPro's spray nozzle, you'll make short work of this seasonal chore, easily washing away dirt and debris in one pass.

Related:  7 Thrifty Designs for a DIY Walkway

For more cleaning ideas, try:

How To: Clean EVERYTHING

10 Unusual Tips for Your Cleanest Kitchen Ever

7 Projects for a Lazy Summer Day

Even if you've got your heart set on hardwood flooring, it's worth considering the alternatives. Sometimes, materials that only look like wood can be just as good as—or even better than—the real thing. Explore your options now!