Especially for those working and unable to find personal time due to heavy city traffic, house cleaning can turn into a nightmare. The fatigue from the workweek leaves us wanting to do nothing, and then the weekend awaits with an endless list of chores like ironing, washing dishes, sweeping, and mopping. Some people end up locking themselves at home to clean on their days off while others are out having fun. But don’t worry, every task has its trick. No tip is too small, no household chore too big!
The first secret to easy house cleaning: don’t scatter, don’t mess
Let’s rewind… How did these house chores, which seem so simple when considered individually, become our nightmare? The secret lies here… The first rule of practicality in these seemingly simple chores is undoubtedly “not to scatter.” For this, you should start by immediately putting back the items you use at home. This way, you save time and energy before even starting to clean. Technical details are certainly very important, but it’s almost impossible to keep so much practical information in mind. Therefore, we will focus on methods. Let’s review this topic by headings.
Everyone in the family is responsible for house cleaning
Regardless of their job, all members of a family can and should take responsibility for household chores. Having only one person, typically the mother, do all the work means others treat the home like a hotel, which is a great injustice. Whether male or female, adult or child, everyone can do something. Distributing tasks related to the home will reduce the workload and time spent on chores.
Make a weekly plan
We are in an era of schedules, charts, and projects. Amid all this hustle, from setting alarm clocks, dropping off the child at school and rushing to work, organizing other tasks between meetings, and planning what to cook and in what order during free time, we’re scheduling every moment. To achieve ease in cleaning, the same planning should be applied to home management. This way, you minimize the chances of slacking off.
Tips for kitchen cleaning
Our kitchens are among the places that get the messiest. We can dirty numerous kitchen utensils just to prepare one meal. Knives, cutting boards, graters, lemon squeezers, spoons, pans, ladles… This list goes on and on. However, all we need to do is remove the used item from the counter immediately. Or, as mothers say, “cook cleanly in the kitchen.” You can immediately wash and replace the used item or put it in the dishwasher. Washing dishes one by one after a meal, especially with high-tech dishwashers, is quite unnecessary. Cleaning food leftovers with a paper towel is sufficient. If you unload your dishwasher promptly, new dishes won’t have to wait around.
Use the hood to keep the air in your kitchen and home clean while cooking. When cooking risky meals or frying, you can cover certain parts of your stove with aluminum foil. Cleaning immediately after cooking is better and more practical than battling stubborn grease.
The use of a hood is one of the most practical measures against discoloration and grease in kitchen cabinets. The best solution for cleaning grease is to act in time. Chemicals used for dried grease remnants may not provide a perfect solution and can be unhealthy and damaging to surfaces. Using non-slip liners or cotton fabrics that you can frequently change and wash inside the cabinets will make your job easier. However, the most important point in cabinet cleaning is organization. Cleaning and organizing fully stuffed cabinets can take up your entire day.
Practical solutions against clutter in the living room
Although we don’t deal with greasy and saucy dirt like in the kitchen, our living rooms or sitting areas are among the messiest parts of our homes. When seeking practical solutions for household chores, gaining the support of all family members plays a starring role in maintaining order in common living areas. The most practical solution against living room clutter is to mandate a short tidying up time before bed. All dishes, magazines, and books from the evening should be put away before bedtime. Cushions and throw pillows should be straightened, and remote controls placed in their spot. Then, sweet dreams to everyone…
Hygiene is a must in the bathroom!
Now we come to the most critical topic. Cleaning and maintaining hygiene in bathrooms and toilets is one of the most important household chores, not just for appearances but for health reasons too. One of the most important and practical elements in bathroom cleanliness and hygiene comes from clean usage. Since the bathroom is a moisture-rich area, frequently airing towels and mats prevents the multiplication of bacteria and the formation of unpleasant odors. Brushing toilets after every use reduces dirt accumulation, so you won’t have to deal with tough stains when cleaning. The most crucial point in the shower and shower cabin is to clean soap residues after every shower. Similarly, wiping down the shower cabin with a dry cloth after use will prevent lime scale stains. Good bathroom ventilation will also prevent the formation of mold, bacteria, and bad odors.
Bedrooms
Since bedrooms are generally used for sleeping except for awake and active times, they are the least dirty parts of the house. Making the bed as soon as you get up, hanging clothes or immediately tossing them in the laundry, and simple tasks like these leave you with little to do beyond sweeping and dusting. Of course, keeping the inside of closets organized is essential.
Laundry and ironing require practicality too
Of course, we have tip-worthy suggestions for time-consuming tasks like laundry and ironing. Have a specific day for laundry and ironing, and stick to this schedule. You can do your folding and ironing while watching your favorite series. Also, if you don’t let your laundry sit in the machine after washing, hang and fold them orderly; your need for ironing will significantly decrease.
Don’t battle with household chores
Overall, being practical in household chores, like in every task, requires not accumulating or delaying them. You should see assigning reasonable tasks to your children not as making them work but as contributing to their development. For example, picking up toys, helping set the table, making the bed, etc. Allocating just 5 minutes in the morning and evening to tidy up your home will significantly lighten your workload. Make sure every item has its place, and don’t hesitate to use organizer boxes, dividers, hangers, and shelves for small items and some clothes. A comfortable and high-standard life also means organization and cleanliness.
