A clean and orderly house is not only aesthetic, but also health and well-being. But the very rate of cleaning may be quite different according to the rooms, their purpose and your way of life. And here is a clear instruction on the frequency in which each room in the house should be cleaned so that it is not excessive but it maintains a clean house.
Living Room
The living room can be the centre of the home because people spend time there, and the guests come to visit. One should remember to make it friendly and clean.
- Daily: Clean up the mess you can see, put toys or anything that was left out away, and clean the coffee tables and TV stands.
- Weekly: Clean all surfaces, vacuum or sweep floors and wash the throw pillows and blankets in case they are used regularly.
Kitchen
Food preparation and storage requires cleaning of the kitchen to be done regularly.
- Daily: Clean the sink, wipe the countertops, and sweep the floor upon preparing meals.
- Weekly: Clean the stove top, the inside and outside of the fridge, and mop the floors.
- Bi-weekly/Monthly deep clean oven, clean microwave, organize and clean under sink areas.
Bathroom
Clean bathrooms are essential to hygiene and the growth of mold and mildew.
- Daily: Clean counters, sink and shower stall, and change toilet brush as required.
- WEEKLY: Clean the toilet bowl, sanitize the bathtub or shower and clean mirrors.
- Monthly: Clean grout lines on tiles, under sink, and look out for leaks on fixtures.
Bedrooms
Bedrooms are personal retreats, which one needs to clean regularly in order to restore comfort and cleanliness.
- Daily: Straighten the room, pick up clothes and make the bed.
- Weekly: Dust furniture, sweep or vacuum these floors and change bedding.
- Monthly: Vacuum or steam clean carpets, wash curtains, clean out dresser drawers.
Home Office
Working in an orderly environment helps in productivity.
- Daily: Clear off desk tops and wipe them down and put away papers and files.
- Weekly: Dust shelves and electronics and vacuum or sweep the floor.
- Monthly: Clear file cabinets, clean keyboard and mouse, replenish supplies.
Basement/Closets/Storage Areas
These areas usually accumulate dust and other debris as time goes by and they require some regular cleaning.
- Monthly: sweep, or vacuum floors, discard old or unused materials, and arrange contents.
- Quarterly: look out on pests or water damages, and ventilate.
Cleaning Hints
- Establish a Cleaning Calendar: List down a weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly list of each activity that has to be completed so that you do not miss anything.
- Microfiber Cloths: These are really good to dust since they attract and embed the dirt and dust instead of moving it around.
- Seasonal Deep Clean: Use seasonal change to deep clean appliances and difficult to reach places.
- Maintain Cleaning Supplies: Have your cleaning materials in a separate cabinet or caddy so that they are not lost.
- Engage Family Members: Give children age-appropriate cleaning tasks and explain why it is important to be clean.
Keeping a clean and comfortable home that is inviting can save you time and energy by adhering to these guidelines and tips. The trick is consistency and changing the cleaning schedule to suit your personal needs and situations.
