Here are the top five tips to level up your house cleaning game:
- Establish a Routine (Even a Loose One): You don’t need a rigid schedule, but having a general idea of what you’ll clean and when can prevent overwhelm. Maybe Mondays are bathrooms, Tuesdays are dusting, etc. Consistent small efforts are more manageable than infrequent deep cleans.
- Clean as You Go (The Golden Rule): Seriously, this is the biggest time-saver. Wipe up spills immediately, wash dishes after cooking, and put things away right after you use them. A little effort in the moment prevents big messes later.
- Declutter Before You Clean: You can’t effectively clean around clutter. Take a few minutes before you start wiping and scrubbing to put things away, toss what you don’t need, and generally tidy up. A clear surface is much easier to clean.
- Top-Down Approach: Dust and clean from the highest surfaces down to the floor. This way, any falling debris will be caught and cleaned up at the end. Think ceiling fans, shelves, countertops, then finally vacuuming or mopping.
- Multi-Task Your Cleaning: Let cleaning products do the work for you. Spray cleaner in the shower or toilet and let it sit while you tackle another task. This gives the product time to break down grime, making scrubbing much easier.
