Quick and effective cleaning tips for your home
With the arrival of autumn, it's time for a big cleaning again. The temperatures are slowly but surely coming down, so it doesn't hurt to snuggle up in a clean home during the colder months. The holidays are approaching, so it doesn't hurt to prepare the apartment in time so that we can really focus on the beautiful moments and our loved ones.
Prepare your home for the cold months!
The importance of cleanliness in our home
If you are one of those people who want to create cleanliness and order in their home but have little time to do so, then you have come to the right place. In this article, we will share quick and effective cleaning tips that will help you easily achieve the desired result without having to spend too much time and energy.
The cleanliness of our home is not only important from an aesthetic point of view, but also affects our everyday well-being. A clean and tidy home is much more pleasant to live in and much easier to relax in. In addition, a thorough cleaning can prevent the accumulation of pathogens and allergens, thus contributing to the preservation of our health.
However, you don't have to spend endless time and energy cleaning. With the help of the following tips, you can achieve the desired result in a short time and enjoy the cleanliness and harmony of your home.
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A clean and tidy home is much more pleasant to live in and much easier to relax in.
The benefits of a clean and tidy living space
Maintaining cleanliness and order in our homes is about much more than just aesthetics. A clean home creates a much more pleasant and welcoming environment. Tidiness helps us to calm down and relax, and contributes to a positive mood. A messy and dirty home, on the other hand, can cause stress and frustration for many.
Regular cleaning and vacuuming can help prevent the build-up of bacteria and allergens. This can be especially important for people with allergies or asthma. Dust mites, pollen, and other allergens are less likely to spread in a clean home, which can help keep us healthy.
A clean home makes it easier to find things and keep things tidy. It takes less time to search and tidy, leaving you with more time for what really matters.
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Microfiber cloths are an excellent solution for quickly and effectively removing dust and dirt. The electrostatic charge of these cloths helps to attract dust and other dirt, making it easy to clean various surfaces.
We can also use a microfiber cloth to clean furniture, tiles, and mirrors. The microfiber material quickly and effectively removes dust and dirt without leaving lint or streaks.
Tidying up and sorting
The first step is to declutter and sort. Go through each room and decide which items you want to keep, sell, donate, or throw away. You can use 3 cardboard boxes to help you with this, which you can easily move from room to room. By banishing unnecessary things, you can free your home from clutter, and everyday cleaning will become easier.
How to prepare for a big cleanup?
A thorough cleaning requires a few basic tools and cleaning products. These include:
- Broom and dustpan: You can easily sweep away dust mites and other dirt under furniture, and you can also get rid of cobwebs with a broom.
- Vacuum cleaner and dust bag, if necessary: Using a vacuum cleaner is more effective when you need to thoroughly clean a larger area and can also really clean carpets.
- Microfiber cloths: The previously mentioned microfiber cloths are great for quickly and effectively removing dust and dirt.
- Cleaning products: Choose cleaning products that are effective in removing grease, stains and dirt and are safe for your health. It is important to read the label and follow the instructions for safe use. Don't forget to make sure that your cleaning products do not contain toxic chemicals. You can find out more about how to find out here.
- Gloves and mask: If you are still cleaning with traditional, petrochemical chemicals, be sure to wear rubber gloves and a face mask when cleaning to protect your hands and face from chemicals and dirt. If you are concerned about your health but still want to keep your home clean effectively, you can't go wrong with CYCLE's recycled cleaning products.
- Baking soda: You can easily freshen up carpets and upholstered furniture by sprinkling them with baking soda a few hours before vacuuming. Baking soda eliminates unpleasant odors, so it can be a great help during a deep cleaning.
Let's make a battle plan for the big cleanup!
You don't have to bomb the entire apartment in one day, it's much easier and more rewarding to go room by room, area by area.
To make your cleaning more efficient and save time, it's a good idea to create a cleaning list that defines the main tasks for each room. Here are a few examples:
Bedroom
- Make the bed and change the sheets: Change the sheets, shake out the blankets and pillows to remove dust and dirt. If possible, air the sheets outdoors before making them up.
- Cleaning surfaces: Clean your furniture thoroughly with a microfiber cloth and cleaning products.
- Cleaning windows, window sills and mirrors: Use CYCLE window cleaner and microfiber cloth to clean windows and mirrors.
- Vacuuming the floor: Don't forget to move the furniture and pick up any dust hiding under the bed!
- Curtain cleaning
- Refreshing a mattress with baking soda
Let's go step by step
Bathroom
- Toilet cleaning: Use toilet cleaner to thoroughly clean the toilet bowl and seat. Don't forget to scrub hard-to-reach areas with the brush.
- Cleaning the sink and shower: Use bathroom cleaner and a microfiber cloth to clean the surfaces of the sink and shower.
- Cleaning mirrors and windows: Use glass cleaner and a microfiber cloth to clean mirrors and windows.
- Floor cleaning: Vacuuming and a thorough mopping may be required.
- Wipe down and organize shelves
- Use a strong scale remover on faucets and tiles, clean the shower stall, and remove mold from tile grout.
These are just a few examples of how to create a cleaning checklist, everyone can adapt the list to their own needs and priorities.
Kitchen cleaning
We can start the process with the kitchen, which may be the most daunting part of the big cleanup for many.
The first step is to start your favorite playlist, music that can liven up the otherwise boring housework process with singing and dancing. It's a good idea to leave everyday cleaning tasks, such as washing dishes, cleaning the stove and tidying up, to the handyman. Take down the curtains and soak them while you're working in the kitchen, as this can absorb a lot of greasy dirt in this room.
Let's spice up cleaning with music!
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The power of steam and lemon
Steam and lemon are excellent natural cleaners that can help get rid of stubborn stains and dirt. A little hot water and a few lemon slices can do amazing things: the steam from the hot water and the citric acid help dissolve grease and stubborn stains. Using them, for example, makes cleaning your microwave incredibly easy, and the fresh scent of lemon creates a pleasant and clean atmosphere.
Let's unpack all the cabinets, see what we're up against, and that way we can easily wipe the cabinets. Don't forget about the tops of the cabinets, because even though we can't see them, a lot of dust and dirt accumulates here, thus contributing to the air quality of our home. If we want to avoid clutter in the future, put newspaper on the tops of our kitchen cabinets, believe me, you'll thank yourself for it in the future. Clean from top to bottom, wipe the cabinets thoroughly inside and out, paying special attention to the handles, since these are the ones we come into contact with the most. After the upper cabinets, you can thoroughly wipe the back wall, countertops and lower cabinets.
Wipe down your storage units and kitchen appliances, so that everything is clean and in its place. It is worth checking the expiration dates when repacking and repacking in a way that is as handy and efficient as possible for us when cooking. Try to minimize the things on your kitchen counter, thus reducing the chance of them getting dirty, and it will be easier to keep everything clean in the future.
You can easily clean your oven by applying a paste of baking soda mixed with water to the dirt and letting it take effect before wiping it off with a sponge.
Refrigerator cleaning
According to a survey conducted by NÉBIH in 2021, we produce 65.50 kg of household food waste per capita in our country every year. One great way to reduce food waste is to freeze our leftovers, so that the food can be consumed later instead of ending up in the trash. If your freezer is already full of mysterious bags and ice cream boxes, it may be time to give your fridge and freezer a thorough cleaning. Don't worry, we'll help!
Prepare yourself in advance!
Before you start cleaning, try to plan your weekly menu in a way that uses as many ingredients as possible from the ingredients accumulated in the fridge and freezer.
After you have completely emptied the freezer and refrigerator, unplug them and leave the doors open to allow any ice inside to melt.
Take out the shelves and compartments, you can easily clean them in the bathtub or shower.
If snow and ice cover the back of your freezer, you can speed up the melting process with a hair dryer, taking the appropriate precautions. Do not use knives or sharp tools when cleaning your refrigerator, as this can damage the device!
You can wipe the inside of the freezer with a mixture of baking soda and water to neutralize odors.
After turning on the refrigerator and freezer, it takes at least an hour to store our food at the appropriate temperature again.
Extra tips for autumn cleaning
Heating system and insulation: Autumn is a good time to maintain your heating system and insulate your windows. Check your window insulation to see if it will keep the heat in, thus reducing your heating costs.
In addition to keeping the windows clean, we should also pay attention to proper insulation.
Use natural cleaning products to minimize the use of harmful chemicals in our homes.
Create a cleaning calendar to make it easier to keep track of which rooms and tasks need to be done when.
Let fresh air into your home by opening the windows while cleaning.
Don't forget about safety: check smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors.
Summary
A fall cleaning can be an important factor in keeping your home clean and tidy. A fall cleaning helps you get rid of unnecessary items, clean and refresh your home, and prepare it for the cold winter months. Try these practical tips and enjoy the fresh and clean feeling of a fall cleaning!
