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Dust can have a negative impact on health, but because it is not always visible, it is often overlooked
Cleaning always often seems like an overwhelming task. But that all changes when you learn how to streamline the process. Real Simple shares techniques that not only save you time, but also make cleaning a part of your everyday life.
Set aside a separate day for each task
One of the easiest ways to keep things in order is to designate specific days for individual tasks. For example, you could wash the bed linen on Monday, clean the fridge on Wednesday and clean the windows on Friday.
This approach helps avoid chaos and makes cleaning more predictable. Plus, you’ll always know exactly what needs to be done today and won’t have to spend time thinking about it. It also allows you to maintain stability and stay in control of your household chores.
Dust daily, but in different rooms
Dust can have a negative impact on health, but because it’s not always visible, it’s often forgotten about. To effectively tackle dust, it’s worth making this task part of your daily routine. “Choose one area to dust every day, and when you’ve gone through all the rooms, start again,” experts advise.
This way, areas such as skirting boards, ceiling fan blades and light fittings will always be clean without too much effort. This will also help in creating a comfortable and healthy environment in the house.
Wipe down surfaces after each use
This tip may sound complicated, but it actually significantly reduces the amount of future cleaning. If you wipe down kitchen and bathroom surfaces regularly, you won’t have to struggle with difficult stains and build-up.
For example, you can quickly wipe down the cubicle walls after every shower to avoid mould. Such simple actions take a few seconds, but save hours of hard work in the long run. As a result, your surfaces will always stay clean and fresh.
Divide the task into parts
If you don’t have time for a full-blown cleaning job or it tires you out, try breaking down complex tasks into multiple steps. This doesn’t work for all processes, but you can make some chores more flexible. For example, you can load the dishwasher before bed, unload it in the morning, and leave the door open to dry completely.
This way you’ll avoid feeling like cleaning is taking up too much time. It will make the process more organised and less stressful.
Vacuum every day at a time that is convenient for you
Vacuuming can be tedious, especially if you wait until the dirt is obvious. However, if you set aside just five minutes a day to clean your floors, it will become a simple habit. What’s more important is to clean carpets and high-traffic areas regularly, and exactly when to do it is up to you.
“The key is to find the most convenient time: after the kids go to school, after dinner, or even before bedtime,” experts advise. Vacuuming daily, even for a few minutes, will help keep things clean without a lot of effort.
