01/18/2021
Time To Start Fresh: Follow These Steps To Deep Clean Your Space!
Many of us are spending a lot more time at home than in years past. And if you've noticed dust bunnies, streaky windows or that pile of clothes that keeps getting higher, now's a great time to clean house.
THINK about what you want to achieve. Figuring out what you want to get done — and why — is the first step. Figure out your goals for your space and really get your mindset into shape. Maybe it's a nightly wipe downs of kitchen counters, a weekly clean of the bathroom or a monthly deep clean of your whole house. Identifying what you want ahead of time makes it easier to get down to it.
DECLUTTER before cleaning.
Before you start deep cleaning, do some basic tidying up. Remember the maxim, "A place for everything and everything in its place." When everything is where it should be, it saves a lot of time when you actually start cleaning.
And you can arrange your stuff according to how you use it. “Don't change your habit, change your habitat."
You can kind of choose to design your home around your life, instead of designing your life around your home.
You don't need fancy products and cleaning equipment.
You need an all-purpose cleaner, a disinfectant and a window cleaner. All-purpose cleaner will work on most surfaces in your home. The disinfectant will attack germs in places like inside the toilet or on the kitchen counter. And the window cleaner is formulated to make sure that it doesn't leave streaks or deposits. You don't even need these products to be specialty label cleaners. Use vinegar (cuts through mineral deposits), baking soda (great for dissolving grease and oils), and dish soap (perfect for bathroom tiles or stained tubs). You’ll need few microfiber cloths, paper towels 🧻, as well as a scrub brush, a mop and a vacuum or 🧹. You may also need a duster (or you can improvise with a sock!). 🧦
Three basic rules for cleaning
Start with the kitchen and bathroom. They're the most important rooms to clean — and to clean properly. Make sure you clean all counter tops, the front of the fridge and cabinets and even trash cans. Go clockwise so you don't miss any surfaces or furniture.
Another rule of thumb is to go top to bottom. So, for example, in the bedroom, clean the light fixtures and the fan before stripping the beds.
Make sure to dry clean before you wet clean.
Finally, sweep or vacuum the rugs and floors and then mop.
Get into a routine
Getting into a routine helps make deep cleaning less intimidating. Set a schedule for daily, weekly and monthly cleaning tasks.
A clean home can positively impact your health, your sleep and your hobbies. A perfectly clean home really makes you feel like you can do anything!
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