How do I handle the shedding bears?

[Isel1445]

Hi! I’m a new host and I’m truly enjoying meeting amazing people from all over the world. I take a lot of pride in preparing the apartment so it looks absolutely impeccable for every guest. The one thing I’ve found challenging is dealing with shedding hair. Some guests leave behind quite a bit of body hair, and it feels never-ending. Even when I think I’ve cleaned everything and the apartment looks perfect, I somehow find more. It’s like it mysteriously reappears! Any tips or tricks from experienced hosts on how to manage this more efficiently?

[Dianne385]

@Isel1445 hi from New Zealand.

My suggestion is that you look at the texture of the textiles you use in your apartment. The smoother the surface of the textiles the less Guest hairs will be inclined to cling to it.

also, look for a vacuum cleaner head that is intended for pet hairs, or other products to help pet owners. The pet hair is a often similar to human.

I really sympathise with you. Nothing says "not properly cleaned" like the single hair visible on the shower floor. 
Dianne 385. 

[Isel1445]

Thank you so much @Dianne385 for the suggestion.  I appreciate it. 

[Paula]

Hello @Isel1445, I am very glad to see that many hosts have come to share their suggestions.

I wanted to let you know that I've added a tag with Dianne's name to your comment. To tag someone, tap "@" and select the host's username from the dropdown menu. This way, they will receive a notification. 😊

[Dev926]

Hi there! I’m a host from India, and I’ve faced the same “mysterious reappearing hair” situation more times than I can count. It’s surprisingly common, especially in well-lit apartments where every little strand shows up like it’s on stage.

What has helped me most is changing the order and tools of cleaning rather than just cleaning harder. I start with a good vacuum that has a soft brush attachment and go from top to bottom—curtains, headboards, upholstery, and finally the floors. After that, a slightly damp microfiber cloth works wonders on hard surfaces because it actually grabs the hair instead of just pushing it around. A lint roller is also a lifesaver for quick touch-ups on sofas, lampshades, and even bed runners right before guest check-in.

For a simple, economical, long-lasting DIY trick, you can make a light anti-static wipe solution: mix water with a small splash of vinegar and just a drop of dish soap. Use it on a microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces. It helps reduce static, so hair and dust don’t cling as easily. I keep it very mild so it’s safe on most surfaces and fabrics.

With the right sequence and a few smart tools, the job becomes much quicker and less frustrating. You’re definitely not alone in this—every experienced host eventually builds a small anti-hair strategy of their own!

[Snehal1]

Thank You Rishikesh for the tips.  I am also In India and I have a Pet Friendly Home stay in Vadodara.

[Deborah-Slowey0]

I use the Mr Clean white sponges, they not only clean surfaces but they find hair that seems invisible.

[Greystone0]

Hi @Isel1445  - agree with the advice given, especially the recommendation that order matters.

In our case: beds and laundry are addressed first THEN floor cleaning for example. If we can't maintain this order then the floors are addressed twice - the second pass is with a 'swiffer' or light vacuum. 

- use lint rollers for bedding - it can be your very own hair that is the culprit, at least that is the case on my end. I have long hair that sheds all over the place, it's awful. Keeping my hair from a bed that I am actively making is like a circus act.

- it could be that your vacuum just isn't keeping up and that a new one is needed. We have a handheld stick vacuum with a 'green' light that really helps identify hairs/etc on a solid floor and this goes a long way. I vacuum in the dark to take full advantage of this.

Just a few ideas, good luck

[Joelle43]

Totally agree with you @Greystone0 about the floors needing two passes.  I pass the hoover round and just before the guests arrives, I use my Swiffer dry cloth on the floor again and am always surprised at the dust that it picks up even after having hoovered!  Fabulous invention and cheap too!

[Elise43]

Oh, @Isel1445  I feel you! I love using 100% linen sheets & duvet covers because they DO NOT retain any human hairs after washing. (Microfiber is the WORST.) I allow hosts I co-host for to use cotton, but linen is so much longer lasting and easier to maintain. Cotton still holds some hair. Linen stays pure!

I also adore my Miele vacuums. They get all the hair. Vacuum your bathrooms, tubs, and showers before wiping them.

I keep rugs to a minimum, and also make sure my throw pillows are 100% cotton or linen.

Generally, I find natural fibers are a lot easier to keep clean than synthetic ones. 

But microfiber's love of hair makes microfiber rags great for wiping bathrooms. 

There are some great cleaning groups on Facebook that are a joy to learn in-- It's also fun to not feel alone, scrubbing toilets. 

My fair-haired, fairly hairless family are all expert at hair hunting and removal now. Life skills! 

[Terrie33]

@Isel1445 I completely agree with vacuuming the bathroom top to bottom before cleaning, really helps when people shave in the shower. I learn a lot of my tricks online too. 

[Paula]

Hello @Isel1445,

There have been many excellent suggestions and best practices shared by hosts in this thread 😊

Some of the key recommendations include:

• Following the correct order of cleaning (beds and laundry before floors).

• Doing a second quick pass on the floors if the order isn’t followed.

• Using lint rollers to help remove hair from bedding.

• Considering a better vacuum (especially one with strong lighting) to more effectively spot and remove hair.

Please let us know once you’ve had a chance to review the suggestions. We’d love to hear what changes you decide to implement.

Regards 🌻

[Isel1445]

@Paula 

Thank you so much for all the suggestions. I really appreciated the tip too start with bedding first. And then vacuum thoroughly the floor. I also started to vacuum the shower and that made a big difference. The next thing I have to do is invest in a better vacuum cleaner. Oh also, I did start using the microfiber towels, which also have helped

thank you so much to everyone for all the suggestions.