How to keep house clean
Whether you are a homeowner or a housesitter learning to keep house clean and tidy is really important. In this blog we offer you some top tips on the best practice house keeping.
How to keep house clean and tidy – Top tips

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We all know how hard it is to clean. With the right tools and some planning, you can cut down on the time you would normally spend wiping tile and chipping away at mould and scale.
How can professional cleaners make your whole house clean and tidy in a short amount of time? If you use these tips and tricks, you can get your house clean in no time.
Have a schedule And plan
With speed-cleaning, which starts with a system, you can cut your cleaning time in half. To accomplish this, you must always clean the house in the same order. Start and end each room in the same place so you don’t waste time going back and forth between rooms.
I think that being consistent is the key to getting the time down. That is the whole point. You do the same thing every time you clean the house, so it becomes a habit. This is basically a routine for cleaning, which is a better way to do it because speed comes from the routine and not from rushing. Cleaning your house will really only take you half as long. This isn’t just a trick. Look at things like Whats the best way to clean an area rug, so your know which day will be best to get this task done?
Clean from top to bottom
Don’t wipe down the coffee table and then clean the blinds. The dust from the blinds will end up on the coffee table you just cleaned. For example, when dusting a ceiling fan, start at the top and work your way down to the floor to avoid doing the same work twice.
By cleaning from left to right, you cover the whole room and don’t have to jump from one spot to another. When people see something, clean it, then look up and clean something else, dirt falls on what they just cleaned. If you work from top to bottom and left to right, you’ll only have to do the work once instead of cleaning places you’ve already cleaned.
This means cleaning up the outside of your house as well. It’s easy to forget to take care of this area, but this time of year, it can get messy fast. You don’t want to have to scrub wicker furniture for hours. Instead, you want to be able to clean it quickly and easily. And you need to clean out your gutters to make sure your drains work well.
Make sure you have the right tools and cleaning materials
If all the tools and cleaning supplies you need are close by, you won’t waste time going back and forth to the cabinet under the sink. It is best to wear an apron or even a tool belt for a carpenter and fill the pockets. This might be hard if you have a lot of big cleaning bottles, but you don’t need big bottles. Just pour the cleaners into small, reusable spray cans that are easy to carry. Put your stuff in a caddy or a bucket to stay organised and save time.
If a carpenter had to climb a ladder every time he needed a nail, you wouldn’t let him. Check to see that he has everything he needs. This is also true for people who clean.
Stay proactive
If you want to keep your house clean, the best thing to do is to stop problems before they start. You might want to use a washroom cleaner instead of soap to keep the bath from getting dirty. You can spray it on and then leave it alone. You should spray this on every time you take a shower to keep your shower from getting dirty. You only need to spray, rinse, and leave. There is no need to wipe or do anything else.
How to get rid of dust without spraying
It’s very helpful to have feather dusters to clean your blinds, pictures, nooks, and other places. Ostrich feather dusters are a popular choice, and you can find them for as little as $10. The feathers make it easy to remove dust, and the large quills don’t fall out of the handle. If you want to dust your house often, you should buy a good feather duster that you can carry in your back pocket. But if there is a lot of dust, you will need to hoover or use a cloth for a few days, then use the duster about once every two weeks.
But if there is a lot of dust, you will need to hoover or use a cloth for a few days, then use the duster about once every two weeks.
Check for grease on cupboards
Check For Grease On Cupboards Use a dishwashing detergent that cuts through grease or a cleaner with orange oil to get rid of grease. The detergent will clean the cabinets just as well as it cleans dishes.
One tablespoon of liquid detergent should be added to one gallon of warm water. Wipe the solution on an area that won’t be seen to make sure it won’t damage or change the colour of the finish. After you wipe it off, rinse it with warm water.
When detergent won’t get rid of stains or build-ups, mix baking soda with a little bit of water and lightly scrub the area with a cloth.
Getting clean with lemons



Rust stains on patios, porches, driveways, and garage floors look bad, but they are easy to get rid of without having to use acid. Instead, you should use lemon juice. Because lemon juice is acidic, this will be able to get rid of the rust. After cutting the lemon in half, let the juice soak in for about 10 minutes, then squeeze the juice onto the stain. If the stain has been there for weeks, months, or even years, you should scrub the concrete with a hard bristle brush. After you’ve scrubbed the concrete with the hard bristle brush, rinse it with clean water.
Get rid of bathroom mold
Mould grows in bathrooms that don’t have enough airflow because the walls stay wet after a bath. Spray mould and mildew with hydrogen peroxide from a spray bottle with a trigger. The fungus will die after you spray it on and let it sit for 3 to 5 minutes.
Make sure to use a fan in the shower to stop mould from coming back. Squeegee the water off the walls and door of the shower when you’re done.
Mineral deposits have to be beaten.
If mineral deposits from hard water have stained your plumbing fixtures, don’t clean them with bristle brushes or pads. It might hurt the faucet. Instead, you should use vinegar. Use a vinegar-soaked cloth to clean them. It’s easy to do.
Keep the shine on stainless steal
Stainless steel surfaces and sinks show fingerprints, smudges, and watermarks easily. Minerals can be taken off with an oil made from them. Mineral oil can be used once a week to clean the floor. This will make water stay away. Mineral oil also keeps toothpaste and other things from sticking to the sink, making it easier to clean.
Mineral oil also keeps toothpaste and other things from sticking to the sink, making it easier to clean.
Use magic erasers
A pack of four Magic Erasers doesn’t cost much and is very popular with people who clean. Keep them in your caddy to get rid of stains while you clean. The Eraser is great for cleaning walls and floors made of wood, laminate, and tile.
Keeping your microwave clean
The inside of a microwave probably looks like a war zone. When food has been baked on for a few days or more, it can be hard to get it off.
The trick is to make use of the microwave as a tool. Put a cup of water with a few drops of sugar in it and heat it in the microwave until it boils. By making water, this method will loosen anything that is stuck to the top, sides, or bottom of the microwave. Next, use a damp cloth to wipe down the surfaces to keep them clean.
Vacuuming in rows
You can vacuum better and faster if you move in a straight line along the length of the room, then move to the front of the room and start over. Vacuum often in places where a lot of people walk. By vacuuming in long cornrows, you can get out of the room. When you put the cord over your shoulder, it’s easier to handle and goes faster. And when you’re done, it looks great.
Speed-clean often
You can cut down on the time you spend cleaning if you do it more often. After you’ve done a deep clean, you should walk through your house once every two weeks. You’ll keep the place looking beautiful and save yourself the long, hard work of spring cleaning. You will save a lot of time and energy if you take care of the place instead of cleaning it when it gets dirty.
Final note on how to keep house clean
Keeping up with cleaning and housework may be easier than you think. Of course, it can take some time to get used to it. But if you follow the tips in this guide and keep adding more and more, you’ll soon get into a great routine and always have a clean and tidy home. Do you have any more ideas that might help? Please write them in the comments.
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