Everyone loves a clean home. But, no one likes to clean.
We can not blame ourselves for that. Cleaning is really a hectic and irritating job, until and unless you are using smart tricks to do that. Also, when you start cleaning, you might feel clueless about where you should start cleaning.
Should you start with cleaning the bedroom first or the kitchen first? In this case, following a step-by-step guide will help you a lot. You also can leave the cleaning matter in an expert’s hand and relax when they are making your home spotless and free of germs.
In case you have decided to clean your home on your own, you need to do it the smartest and easiest possible. That is why we are here with a guide on how you should conduct your cleaning process including popular hacks and tips to make your life easier.
Tip No. 1: Not A Room, Clean The Entire House
When you are planning to clean, you should think of cleaning the entire house together and not only a single room.
Cleaning becomes much easier when you are picking one task at a time, like when you are dusting, covering the entire home when you are vacuuming, and doing it for the whole house.
Tip No. 2: Clear The Clutter
Before you start with proper cleaning, go from room to room and pick up all the clutter. When you are picking every item, like well-read paperbacks, magazines, and old sneakers, also sort things out. Consider whether you want to toss it, put it away, or donate it. Clearing the clutter means you have already done a huge job.
Tip No. 3: Gather All Your Cleaning Tools
Whether it is a bucket, tote, or caddy, take each and every cleaning tool. Having all the things you need for cleaning in a portable place will make the job much easier. When you are cleaning, you obviously will not want to look for things and waste time.
Also, when you are going to the next room, you do not need to gather items again.
Tip No. 4: Wipe Glasses And Mirrors
Clearing the glasses and mirrors is another thing you might feel irritated about doing. Using a damp microfiber cloth, first, wipe the glasses and mirrors. After that, using a clean, dry cloth, wipe the surfaces of them.
Tip No. 5: Dust And Vacuum
Before you start with dusting, ensure that the ceiling fans are off. Conduct dusting on the top of your furniture, TV screen, knickknacks, picture frames, handrails, and the underside of shelves. For upper shelves and blinds, tie a microfiber cloth to the end of a broom or mop and clean them; also, before vacuuming, change the bedsheets and pillowcases.
Tip No. 6: Disinfect The Surfaces And Countertops
Go through the house and wipe through all the hard surfaces, like appliances, cabinets, countertops, light switches, doorknobs, telephones, and TV remotes. You are required to disinfect some of these surfaces, especially the ones that can deliver germs to your fingers and faces ideally using eco-friendly and family-safe cleaning products.
Tip No. 7: Focus On Toilets, Sinks, And Tubs
Toilets, sink, and tubs are some of the dirtiest places in your home. Spray the cleaner on the kitchen sink first and then on the toilets, tubs, and bathroom sinks. After that, wait for a few minutes and let it sink.
During this time, the cleaner will dissolve the dirt and stains and start scrubbing and cleaning them thoroughly.
Tip No. 8: Sweep, Then Mop
Sweep the bathroom and kitchen floor first and then from the farthest corner of the room start mopping and move backward to the doorway. From time to time, rinse the mop.
Tip No. 9: When You Vacuum, Keep Moving
When you are vacuuming, do not worry about getting every cranny and nook. You are just required to keep moving through the entire house in every carpeted room, and that too in one pass through.
There are some tasks that do not need to be done every week. They are cleaning the windows, washing areas, rugs, bath mats, and waxing the furniture. Decide on your own after inspecting these accessories.
Tip No. 10: Wash Your Cleaning Tools, Routinely
Often the most overlooked part of cleaning the house is using dirty mops or using a vacuum that has a full bag, as it is much less effective. This way, you will spend more time cleaning the house than you usually do. So, clean your cleaning tools after every use.
