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Jan/13

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Quick Cleaning Checklist

If your house is a wreck, spare your time to clean it up. Decide how much time you can spend. This will help you set up your cleaning schedule. Be realistic about what you want and can do. A lot of people prefer to put off cleaning as long as possible, but it’s better to maintain your home in order and clean regularly. Do a little bit every day so that the work doesn’t pile up. It’s up to you what style to choose, but it’s recommended to have major-cleaning day a few times a month.

First, wash your glass. The home can only sparkle when all the windows and mirrors are clean. You will need a solution of warm or hot water, dish soap, rag, sponge, or squeegee. After cleaning the surface wipe it down with lint-free paper towels. If you want to clean your glass in an environmentally friendly way, use vinegar and water to clean the surface.

Be cautious with all-purpose cleaners. Do not mix them. They aren’t always safe for every purpose. Thoroughly read labels before purchasing the solutions. Make sure they fit your needs and are safe to use in your home.

Vacuuming is the most effective and easy way to clean up all the dust and crumbs that accumulate on your floor. If you have pets, vacuum daily. Carpet is also a breeding ground for fleas that why it’s a necessity to vacuum and clean it regularly. Mop your floor. Use good rag mop, hot water and the appropriate cleaner for your floor.

If you wash your dishes using dishwasher, it’s recommended to load it completely and run it right after you use your dishes. It’s always much easier to wash your dishes right after using them as the food juices won’t have a chance to dry and harden. It’s better to hand-wash big plates that don’t fit well in the dishwasher. Fragile things also should be hand-washed.

There are a lot of cleaning tasks around the house. We all know that it’s much easier to keep your home in order when all the family members are incorporated in cleaning and organizing. Delegate the tasks. Someone can be responsible for emptying trash bins and taking out the trash. Someone can keep track of what is happening in the kitchen. Cleaning the kitchen table, microwave and toaster may be in his/her list of responsibilities. Another person can be responsible for changing bedsheets, pillowcases, etc.

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If hiring a cleaning team to regularly tidy up the home is not an option for you, prepare to spend quite a bit of time cleaning your home…especially with the New Year around the corner. If you plan on having your annual general cleaning of the house, you may find useful this checklist. Make sure to go through all of the questions.

Ask yourself the following questions when cleaning the house

Have you cleaned your kitchen appliances like your microwave oven, toaster, and gas range?

Have you washed the outside and inside of the refrigerator?

Have you scrubbed and cleaned the bathroom tiles?

Have you washed all the rugs, toilet seat covers, and shower curtains?

Have you cleaned and refilled the medicine cabinet?

Have you dusted the ceiling, blinds, and shades? And don’t forget to remove the cobwebs.

Have you washed the windows, walls, curtains, and screens?

Have you vacuumed or wash the draperies? Have you cleaned all the light fixtures?

Have you waxed, polished or repainted your wooden furniture?

Have you had your carpets steam-cleaned?

Have you had your upholstery steam-cleaned?

Have you cleaned the radiators and air conditioners or humidifiers?

Have you cleaned your garage and your car?

Have you bought new beddings, pillow covers, and curtains if needed?

Develop a house cleaning schedule, declutter and organize your house! Good luck!

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May/12

28

Kitchen Cleaning Checklist

If you don’t like to tackle with big cleaning projects, find another option. Make completing basic cleaning task a habit. Maintain your entire home in order spending just a few minutes a day. Start from your kitchen. If you are looking for ways to quickly and efficiently clean your most-used room, follow our tips.

First of all, delegate cleaning tasks to each family member. This will help you get kitchen cleaning  done faster and easier.

Peek into your kitchen cabinets, oven, and fireplace to see what needs to be cleaned, wiped or replaced.

Wet a microfiber cloth with water and cleaner, and clean the countertops. Then mist with water and wipe down with a clean cloth. Clean any spills or sticky spots.

Use a microfiber cloth, water and a few drops of mild cleanser to wipe your cabinet fronts.

Scour the surface of your stovetop. Use a microfiber cloth moistened with water and cleaner.

Don’t forget about cleaning your oven. Clean the inside according to instructions. When finished, wipe down the hardware, handles and door.

Clear out your sink. Move piles of dirty dishes into the dishwasher. To clean your sink you will need a cloth and cleaner. Scrub the sink in a circular motion. Use an old toothbrush to remove any mold lhidden in the edges of the drain or faucet.

If you want to clean your dishwasher and microwave, use a cloth dampened with water and dish soap.

Certain items in your kitchen require special attention. One of such items is your refrigerator. This kitchen appliance is subject to spills and varied odors. Maintain the cleanliness of your refrigerator. A clean refrigerator will keep your food fresher. Move the refrigerator and vacuum behind and underneath it.

Fold or hang dish towels.

Take care of the floor in your kitchen. Sweep or vacuum it. Then mop in small sections. Use clean water and detergent.

 

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Spring is a time for new beginnings, expectations and dreams. The days get longer, flowers bloom, and you can get the most enjoyment out of flowering trees. You want to spend your free time admiring nature’s beauty, but you also should keep up with all household chores around your home. When it comes to cleaning your home, you wish to spend less time on cleaning and more time on enjoying life’s pleasures.

Knowing when to get things done and in what order will help you organize your cleaning process and complete all the cleaning tasks in a timely manner. Refresh your home and prepare it to warm season. Jump-start the cleaning process following our advices on how to organize your spring cleaning checklist.

You can go through each room and write down what needs to be done. First of all, get rid of clutter that you don’t need. Gather the clothes you don’t wear anymore. Donate or throw them away. You can plan a garage sale to get rid of the things you don’t use anymore.

Deep clean the areas of your home that really need extra attention. If it’s kitchen, an extra attention needs to be given to your sink. Get rid of piles of plates in the kitchen sink. Pour a cup of baking soda, followed by cup of white vinegar, down the drain. Once it stops bubbling, pour a kettle of hot water down the drain.

It’s easy to get overwhelmed with all the cleaning tasks. Don’t forget that you don’t have to do everything! Try to involve all your family to spring clean your home. Delegate cleaning tasks to your family members. It will be much more easy and effective if everyone will be responsible for each cleaning task. You can wash your windows, inside and out. Your husband can move furniture and vacuum beneath it. Your children can sweep working from the walls to the middle of the room.

There are some special chores that need to be done seasonally. Concentrate on the areas that have been neglected all winter long. Put on your favorite music and make cleaning your home more enjoyable! Make sure your home is spotless this spring!

Make smart choices for your family and the environment. Use eco-friendly cleaning products while spring cleaning your home. Make your home a more environmentally friendly one. If you want to keep your home smelling fresh, take into account that houseplants are a great natural air freshener.

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