Cleaning Schedules, Charts And Checklists
A written schedule turns cleaning from a big decision into a short list.
Take The Guesswork Out
Most of the effort in cleaning is deciding what to do. A schedule removes that decision. Copy the lists below, change them to suit your household and put them where everyone can see them.
What To Do And When
Every Day
Make beds, wash dishes, wipe kitchen counters, wipe the bathroom sink, and do a ten-minute tidy.
Every Week
Clean bathrooms, dust, vacuum and mop all floors, change bed linens, wipe appliance fronts and empty all trash.
Every Month
Clean inside the microwave and refrigerator, wipe baseboards and door frames, vacuum vents and under cushions, wash throw blankets.
Every Season
Wash windows, clean behind and under furniture, clean the oven, sort closets and wash pillows and duvets.
Once A Year
Clean carpets and upholstery, clear gutters and garage shelves, and go through storage areas.
As It Happens
Spills, stains and pet accidents are always easiest the moment they happen.
Make A Chart That Sticks
Tips for a schedule the household will actually follow:
- Put a name next to every task
- Give children jobs that suit their age
- Attach tasks to days, not just to the week
- Keep it short enough to finish
- Review it every few months and drop what is not working
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