General Household Cleaning Tips
A few steady habits do more for a home than one exhausting cleaning day.
Clean Smarter, Not Longer
Most homes do not need more cleaning time. They need a better order of work. Professional cleaners follow the same few rules in every house, and they work just as well for you.
The Rules Our Cleaners Follow
Work Top To Bottom
Dust falls. Start with ceiling fans, shelves and ledges, and finish with the floor so you only clean it once.
Go Clean To Dirty
Wipe the cleanest surfaces first and the grimiest last. Change cloths between rooms, and always between the bathroom and the kitchen.
Let Products Sit
Spray, then walk away for a few minutes. Most cleaners need time on the surface to loosen soil, which saves you scrubbing.
Declutter Before You Clean
Picking up first makes every other task quicker. A basket for things that belong in another room saves a dozen trips.
Carry Your Supplies
Keep cloths, an all-purpose cleaner, glass cleaner and a scrub brush in one caddy so you never stop to hunt for anything.
Finish One Room At A Time
A finished room is motivating. Half of every room done at once just looks like a mess.
A Simple Weekly Rhythm
Spread the work so no single day feels heavy:
- Daily: dishes, kitchen counters, a quick tidy and the bathroom sink
- Twice a week: vacuum the busiest floors
- Weekly: bathrooms, dusting, mopping and changing bed linens
- Monthly: baseboards, inside the microwave and refrigerator, vents and door frames
- Each season: windows, behind furniture, and closets
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More Cleaning Tips
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