We all want to be the one who can keep the guests entertained without going on a cleaning spree.
1. Make your bed first thing in the morning.
The only thing you have control over amid the craziness of the day ahead is your bed. This simple task takes only a few minutes, yet it sets the tone for the rest of the day. Making your bed, even if it’s only a hasty smoothing out of the blanket, helps you start your day with a sense of productivity and order that will likely continue over to your next task.
2. As you go, tidy up.
Did you try on two or three outfits before deciding on your day’s look? When making breakfast, why not use a few pans? Before you walk on, clean things up and put everything away. There will be a lot less teasing you afterward if you implement this into everything you do during the day.
3. Before you go, wipe it down.
A little wipe-down can make a huge difference. You can maintain counters and glass surfaces clean and ready to use by wiping off the surface you’ve used after each usage. A fast clean will avoid grime buildup and keep your surfaces immaculate, from wiping down your glass shower door to swiping your sink after washing the dishes.
4. Every day, do a load of laundry.
Give your washer a workout every day to avoid overflowing hampers. Because it’s an unavoidable task (keeping your family dressed is a need), if you do it on a regular basis, it won’t build up and take up your entire Sunday.
5. Arrange all of the papers in their respective locations.
Paper accumulates up rapidly, whether it’s mail, invoices, notes from school, or takeout menus. Establish specific paper storage areas in your house to keep your counters and office clutter-free. Make a drawer for menus and coupons from takeout restaurants. Bills, school memos, and other critical printouts should be filed in folders. As soon as you obtain them, put them in their proper position.
6. Donate items you don’t use on a daily basis.
In houses across the South, stuff is wreaking havoc. For a family of four, you probably don’t need 15 water bottle bottles, and it’s probably time to get rid of that shirt your son outgrew months ago.
When there is less clutter in a home, it is much easier to maintain things orderly. Keep meaningful objects in your collection, but don’t amass useless items. Instead of wasting time attempting to keep things under control that you don’t need, take a moment to purge some of these items on a regular basis.
7. Clean your refrigerator once a week.
Do you have some frightening goop under your groceries in the fridge’s corner? You aren’t doing things correctly. Refresh your refrigerator once a week. Cleaning your fridge can not only help you keep things tidy, but it will also assist you in making an accurate list of what you require on your next trip to the shop.
8. Always clean up after yourself when you’ve finished cooking.
After dinner, resist the impulse to turn on the TV and sink into the couch. The longer you leave your pots and pans to sit, the more difficult it will be to clean them. We understand that it’s been a hard day, but if you rinse your dishes and fill the dishwasher straight after you eat, the sink will be clear in no time.
9. Before you go to bed, straighten up.
Before you call it a night, take a quick sweep around your most-used rooms. Toys, shoes, and blankets should be put away, and backpacks and bags should be ready for the next day. In the morning, you’ll thank yourself.
Begin adding these clean-house practices into your routine gradually, and you’ll soon be on your way to having a clean home every day.
10. Make a cleaning schedule for your home.
Consider how difficult it is to clean up a spilled cup of coffee that has sat on the kitchen floor all night. On the other hand, mopping it up straight away takes only a few seconds. The same can be said for the rest of your residence. Following a consistent routine is one of the most crucial secrets to having a clean house, whether you opt to clean it all one day a week or one room at a time. So, don’t put off doing chores until your house is in disarray.
11. You can take your mess with you.
Make sure you don’t overwork yourself the next day. Straighten the throw blankets on the sofa after an evening of Netflix and munchies. Bring your empty glass and popcorn bowl to the kitchen and place them in the dishwasher, not the sink. Family members should do the same with their belongings. Spend two minutes resetting your family room so it’s ready to use the next day.