Professional cleaners work quickly and flawlessly. Their secret lies in a clear system and little tricks that save time and effort.
They've put together 10 tricks that will help you declutter with amazing speed.
1. The secret of zoning
- Clean by zone, not by room. Don't waste your energy completely cleaning one room after another.
- First, collect garbage throughout the apartment and throw it away.
- Then apply cleaning products in the bathroom and toilet and leave them to “work”. While the chemicals are dissolving the stains, quickly tidy up the other rooms.
- Return to the bathroom and simply rinse off the foam. This approach cuts the apartment cleaning time in half.
2. Algorithm for the bedroom
- Put things back where they belong and throw away the trash.
- First vacuum, then wipe the dust and wash the floor.
Dust from shelves and furniture will settle on the floor, and you will completely remove it while washing the floor.
3. Kitchen system
- Start with the most time-consuming. Wash all accumulated dishes.
- Clean the stove and sink.
- Wipe all surfaces with glass cleaner – it does an excellent job of removing grease, leaving no streaks or requiring rinsing.
- Wash the floor.
4. Microfiber
Replace all rags with microfiber cloths. They attract dust rather than smear it, leave no lint, are easy to wash and dry quickly.
5. Perfectly clean glass without streaks
The secret to a mirror shine is a simple solution. Mix 1 glass of water and 1-2 tbsp. l. vinegar. Spray and wipe with microfiber.
6. 5 minute rule
Eliminate the consequences of spilled liquids immediately, before the contamination dries and becomes ingrained. This will save you hours of scrubbing during spring cleaning.
7. Parallel processes
Before cleaning, soak heavily soiled items in a basin with warm water and detergent.
While you are putting things in order, the dirt will come off on its own, and after that all you have to do is load the laundry into the machine.
8. Everything is at hand
Place all products, rags, gloves and sponges in one portable container or bucket. You won't have to run around the apartment looking for the bottle you need, since everything will be in one place.
9. Clean windows without streaks
Do not rub dry or slightly damp glass. First, apply liberally to dissolve the dirt.
Wipe with the dirty side of the rag and then buff dry with a clean microfiber.
10. The golden rule of cleaning
This is the main law of professional cleaning. Always start at high points (chandeliers, tops of cabinets), then move to countertops and shelves, and finally vacuum and mop the floor. All the dust will fall down, and you will remove it with a final movement.
The speed and quality of cleaning depend not on the amount of effort, but on a competent plan and smart techniques.
Try at least a few of these tips and you will see that keeping your space clean is possible without tedious, hours-long feats.
