Organization consultant Louise Kurzeka provides tips for a quick and efficient cleanup around the house.
Daily
- Put on a smock or apron when cleaning to avoid damaging nice clothes. An old oversize T-shirt works great for this. Remove rings, bracelets and watches as well.
- Wear comfortable shoes, and make sure they have supportive nonslip soles.
- Clothing rags are always better to work with than paper towels. Paper towels can be expensive and wear out a lot faster than cloth. Plus, cloth can also be washed and reused.
- Keep a spray bottle filled with rubbing alcohol in the bathroom or kitchen for spritzing stains and wiping them before they set.
Weekly
- Wastebaskets are probably ready for a thorough cleaning at these periodic cleaning sessions. This is a great job to dole out to the children.
Monthly
- To prevent hard-water stains on your shower doors, thoroughly clean with a de-limer type product, then apply rain-guard finish (such as the kind that is normally used for windshields). This will help the water sheet off more smoothly.
- A thorough way to clean mini-blinds is to remove them from their frames, take them outside and wash them with a mild soap solution, followed by a clean-water rinse and towel dry. To keep them clean, dust weekly with a lamb's wool duster (close the blinds first), and remember to dust both sides.
- A mop can do more than clean the floor--use it to clean walls and ceilings. You won't need a ladder, and you'll be able to go over a large surface with one swipe.
- Don't forget to clean your equipment, too. Wash your dust mop heads in a mesh bag to keep them from getting frizzled. Air dry to avoid static electricity.
- Wash your broom, too. Clean brooms clean better. Dip them in a solution of water and all-purpose cleaner, shaking off the excess. Dry with the handle down to maintain the broom's shape.
Guests Louise Kurzeka
Organization Expert, Everything's Together Organizing Services
Minnetonka, MN
Phone: 952-939-8080
Website:
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