Coming home to a nice clean house is one of the nicest and most satisfying things. Having the rooms clean, neat and tidy means it will help you relax and enjoy the better things in life. There are a number of useful cleaning tasks that require doing; ones that I would consider really important in order for you to stay on top. These cleaning tasks would include the following: washing clothes, ironing, vacuuming, doing the dishes, dusting and cleaning the windows, keeping the toilet and bathroom clean, and sweeping the porches outside the front and back door.
Washing the Clothes
If you can stay on top of the washing, especially in winter time, then this is a way of keeping the house looking tidy and uncluttered. It’s easy to run a load of washing through the washing machine last thing at night or first thing in the morning so that it can be hung out to dry as quickly as possible. Don’t forget to wash clothes separately from the towels and sheets; otherwise the clothes can pick up lint off these items. When it comes to hanging the cleaned and washed clothes out to dry, a number of people like to sort the washing as they hang the clothes on the line as a way of saving time later. You can just sort them from the washing basket once they are dry. I like to do the sorting in the lounge – just make sure they are all sorted and put away before friends and neighbours come around! Washing the clothes in summer seems to be a whole lot easier because there is so much more sunshine around and this means quicker drying. When the weather is cold and damp, the clothes take ages to dry, and it’s for these times you might like to consider having a drying machine – though these contraptions will add to the power bill.
Getting the Ironing Done
With me, ironing is a sort of love or hate relationship. I enjoy doing it, sometimes. Because of this, I like to reserve the pleasure of getting the ironing done when the really smart garments are brought out. Shirts, trousers, dress jackets and skirts look a whole lot better once they have been ironed. Ironing can be time consuming, so try putting on your favourite music tracks to make the time go quicker.
Vacuuming the House
One of the quickest and easiest ways of sprucing up the house is by running around the rooms with a vacuum cleaner. Not only does the vacuum cleaner do a great job of picking up the small dust, bits and particles all over the floor and carpets, but the environment is actually a whole lot healthier – particularly if you happen to suffer from dust related illnesses. Vacuuming doesn’t take all that long, and try and see if the kids will help you; some of them actually really enjoy vacuuming. Make sure you do a vacuum before friends or visitors arrive, or before you want to get a little romantic with your spouse. A clean and tidy floor adds to the pleasantness and relaxed environment.
Get Those Dishes Clean
Doing the dishes is a must. When you spend time doing a regular dish washing session as a family, there is a bonding and a great time spent in conversation. Doing the dishes lifts the kitchen tremendously and really is a must to have done before visitors arrive! Clean benches keep the flies away, so keeping your house free from flies must be a good incentive for you to keep the kitchen bench space clean and tidy by doing the dishes.
Dusting
Dusting is an easy way of keeping tables, shelves, appliances and window sill areas free from the build-up of dust. Getting the dusting done regularly also helps you see what items may need a little extra cleaning. Sometimes the trophy on the cabinet or the computer screen might need a little more than a usual dust off, and while you do the dusting you can make a mental note to get these items cleaned more thoroughly at a time that suits you.
Clean the Windows
Cleaning windows is not the easiest of tasks, but it is essential to having your house looking great from the inside and out. Dirty windows are quickly noticed by visitors, so keeping them clean regularly makes all the difference.
Hiring Cleaning Services
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Sometimes we all get a little snowed under and an extra pair of hands might be needed. Don’t be afraid to call a professional cleaning company to get your requirements ticked off regularly. It’s a simple and effective way when you have your time tied up elsewhere. Shop around for the most affordable cleaning services. If you live in London we would be more than happy to service your home.
If your house is based outside the boundaries of Greater London, we have negotiated for our customers to be looked after by one of the best companies around (Anyclean Domestic Cleaners). We are friends with the management of Anyclean and they guaranteed to offer the same level of service our inner London customers enjoy on a regular basis.
You may also like to hire the services of a professional gardener to keep the garden looking as good as the inside of the house. Cleaning the home is a complete package, after all.
Cleaning the Toilet and Bathroom
Have you ever been to a dirty toilet? It’s not the best experience, and it has to be a non-experience at your house. Daily toilet cleans keep the small room looking fresh and welcoming for family and visitors alike. Keeping the toilet clean is one of those tasks when a doing it a little and often is way better than sporadic cleans that become time consuming! The same goes for the bathroom surfaces. When you stay on top of the cleaning in the bathroom, the time spent doing it can be halved – it’s that simple.
Cleaning the Porch Areas
One of the areas that’s often overlooked is the areas directly inside and outside the front and back doors. Dust, leaves and rubbish quickly gather in these areas, so it is vital to stay on top of these areas if you want visitors to feel welcome and special on arrival. A quick sweep around with a broom, and then the occasional mop of any of the hard surfaces, does wonders and makes the welcoming areas of the home looking their best.
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