Basic tips to getting the job done
Home cleaning can seem daunting at times, especially if you’ve let the messes pile up for a couple of weeks, but that’s no reason to avoid it now, or be afraid. After all, it has to be done sometime. There are some basic things you need to remember while cleaning that will facilitate the process so that you’re not dreading it the next time cleaning day comes around: start at the top of the room and then work down (works the same when cleaning the particulars of the room, i.e., lamp, table, etc.), take your cleaning supplies with you to each room, prioritize the messes, delegate the cleaning (family, friends, neighbors), and lastly, keep a checklist—this is sure to make home cleaning an organized and painless affair.
Cleaning the particulars
Now that you know some basics you need to start the actual cleaning. Most cleaning is not a specified project, meaning there isn’t a specific cleaning product made for it. In fact, the key to a clean house is avoiding clutter. Pick things up as you go; people are sure to notice cluttered before they notice dust or bacteria, and clutter prevents you from finely cleaning, so clear it.
But once you’ve done that you need to prepare for cleaning the particulars. This includes finding the right cleaning products for what you have in your home.
- Ammonia, diluted with 3 parts water in an empty spray bottle can be used to clean windows, appliances and countertops.
- An excellent way to scour copper and brass is 1/2 cup vinegar mixed with 1 tablespoon salt.
- Full strength pine oil is great for deodorizing garbage cans, and scrubbing the kitchen and bathroom floor.
- Baking soda can be used instead of scouring powder and also removes stains and odors from refrigerators and coffee pots.
- A sprinkle of dry baking soda before vacuuming will freshen the carpeting. Try it as a deodorizer for diaper pails and kitty litter.
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