Cleaning sometimes feels like some sort of continuous tornado, but really, the secret to efficient cleaning lies in one simple thing: a strategic cleaning order. Why is it important? It saves time, keeps you from backtracking, and ensures every nook and cranny of your home sparkles. Let’s dive into the step-by-step guide that will turn cleaning chaos into a smooth, satisfying process.
1. Start with Soaking Tasks
Before even picking up a mop, get the time-consuming tasks started. Spray any surfaces that are going to need some time to soak with a cleaning product, like shower tiles, stovetops, greasy pans, or the oven.
Now, while those are marinating, load the dishwasher or put in a load of laundry. The point is that as you complete these quickly accomplished tasks—for instance, tidying a small area or countertop–cleaning products can work their magic.
2. Clean from the Top Down
Gravity is your cleaning frenemy. Always start high-dusting ceiling fans, shelves, and blinds so the dirt falls to the floor, where you’ll attack it later. Cleaning from top to bottom saves you from having to double your workload since you will not need to go back to re-clean what you have already cleaned.
3. Clean After You Picked Up
Decluttering first is a game-changer. When everything has strays on each surface, it’s a pain and frustration just to clean around it. Give everything a place, so when you clean, you’re not moving stuff here and there. Plus, the room already looks 50% cleaner when it’s tidy.
4. Prioritize High-Touch Surfaces
Door handles, light switches, and remote controls are hotspots for germs. Wipe them down with disinfectant daily, especially during cold and flu season. This step is like giving your home a protective shield against germs.
5. Tackle the Bathroom Like a Pro
Spread your cleaner over the shower walls, sinks, and toilets early in your routine, and let it start to break down soap scum and grime. While it soaks, clean the mirrors and wipe down the countertops. Scrubbing and rinsing surfaces leaves your bathroom gleaming.
6. Kitchen Cleaning
Begin with the wink: soaking dishes or attacking stubborn stains. Meanwhile, allow your cleaner to act. Afterward, go down with countertops and appliances and their fronts. Not forgetting the microwave! Yeah! Use a microwave-safe bowl with hot water and some lemon juice for 3 minutes on high heat to steam clean it.
7. Bedroom Cleaning
Make your bed first, it’s like an instant room reset. Wipe down surfaces, clean mirrors, and don’t forget nightstands. If it’s that time, change the sheets to give your room a fresh vibe.
8. Vacuum Like a Boss
Now the grand vacuum to get all the dirt and dust that’s settled. Go room by room to avoid missing spots; for extra credit, use all the attachments to get into all the little nooks and crannies, like between couch cushions and under furniture.
9. Mopping for That Final Shine
Once the floors are free of dust and debris, mop them to perfection. Starting in one corner and working your way out is always a good idea to avoid stepping on wet areas.
10. Final Touches
Add that final layer of perfection: fluff pillows, arrange blankets, and light a scented candle. These little touches take your space from clean to Pinterest-worthy.
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