What do you need to clean each week to make keeping the house clean easier? There are a few important household items you should clean every week and you can get tips and instructions here. Following our tips will keep your house clean and looking pleasant for you and your family and guests.
Everyone wants a clean house. It takes a bit of time and effort to keep your home in good condition. But if you get into the habit of regularly cleaning the most important things in the house, it will be easier and you and your family will enjoy a clean home.
Dust all furniture weekly
Furniture should be dusted regularly, as accumulations of dust not only look unsightly but can also damage your furniture. Take a cloth and dampen it with a multi-purpose cleaning spray, furniture polish, or water. Use a microfiber cloth that will absorb the particles instead of spreading them. This means your furniture will be sparkling clean.
You should sweep the high-traffic floors of your home, such as the kitchen and hallways, daily, especially if you have children or pets. After eating, many small crumbs remain on the floor, which should be removed every day. But once a week, you should clean all the floors of your home and sweep under the furniture and in the corners to make sure they are free of dust and dirt.
Mild dishwashing liquids are best suited for wiping water - for linoleum flooring, use a few drops of dishwashing liquid and hot water. Also oneCombination of apple cider vinegar and wateror even a baking soda for stubborn stains works well for linoleum.
Disinfect your sink weekly
According to NSF International, an organization that works to protect human health around the globe, the sink is the second largest item of dirt in your home. Once a week you should clean the sinkclean thoroughly, by washing the surface with soap and hot water and then using a disinfectant to eliminate harmful microorganisms.
Take a clean sponge and scrub off any food and debris you see there, going into all the nooks and crannies. You can only disinfect a surface if it is already clean, so soap and water should always be the first step. You can then use a disinfectant wipe - white vinegar diluted with a little water is a well-suited home remedy.
Vacuum your carpets every week
You should avoid heavy traffic carpetsevery weekclean. Dust, pet hair, crumbs, all of this collects in your carpets and should be vacuumed regularly. If you vacuum at least once a week, your carpet will last longer because vacuuming removes all the loose particles on the surface of the carpet and does not allow them to settle deeper.
Clear out the refrigerator regularly
Before you fill your fridge, you should tidy it up.Cleanthe shelves with a natural surface cleaner. Wipe up spills and remove crumbs and other food debris. You should go through your refrigerator once a week to discard spoiled food and expired leftovers. According to a study published by NSF International, the crisper and meat drawer in your refrigerator can harbor dangerous microbes like salmonella, listeria, E. coli and mold.
Weekly cleaning of kitchen appliances
Kitchen appliances must be cleaned of fingerprints and food. Clean your stove, microwave, refrigerator, and other kitchen appliances every week, even though they may not look particularly dirty. Wipe down your kitchen appliances every week with disinfectant wipes or a clean sponge.
Wash your sheets every week
Germs, sweat and body oil quickly accumulate in your sheets, especially in the summer season. Therefore, you should wash your sheets every week to reduce dead skin cells and dust mites. Use a natural laundry detergent that is tough on stains and gentle on sensitive skin.
Clean bathroom surfaces weekly
Disinfect bathroom surfaces weekly to keep your washroom hygienic. Since your toilet can spray germ-containing water particles up to three meters into the room, you should clean your counters, mirrors and other surfaces in the room with a disinfectant wipe. Also wash all bath mats and all baseboards. Use a microfiber mop on the bathroom floors
Be sure to clean your toilet weekly
The toilet is of course the dirtiest place in your home and should be cleaned weekly. Pour bleach into a cup and brush the sides and rim. Leave it on for five minutes. Use baking soda and vinegar for stains. Sprinkle 1 cup of baking soda on the stain, then pour a cup of vinegar over the baking soda. Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes. Then scrub into the stains with a toilet brush.
Disinfect frequently touched areas of the home
To limit the spread of germs and viruses, disinfect doorknobs, light switches, cabinet handles, faucets, and railings weekly. Use alcohol-based wipes with at least 70% alcohol. If unavailable, spray disinfectant on a paper towel and wipe down surfaces.
