Everyone loves a clean, perfectly organized living room- the issue is that we don’t always enjoy the long process it requires. However, it’s a tried and trusted fact that you can clean your house in a few minutes by knowing how to prioritize. It’s simple; the space you live in should get the most attention. So, how do you make sure to spend the least time cleaning? That’s why this article is here for you.
Scrubbing? You can skip it
One of the most time and energy-consuming aspects of cleaning is scrubbing inside the toilet (you know, the water closet). The good news is that you can still get a sparkling clean toilet without using the scrub brush.
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So, what do you use instead? The answer is denture-cleaning tablets! Instead of scrubbing, just drop a tablet into the water, let it fizz for a few minutes, and then flush. You’ll be amazed by how clean your toilet bowl will be.
Choose your system
Does this sound familiar? You clean the dresser and the figurines around it, only to go back to wipe it down after dusting the window before remembering that you already cleaned it. That’s why you need to stick to a cleaning formula or system.
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A highly recommended system is starting each room to the left of the doorway—at the top, then moving clockwise and down. This helps you save time by avoiding repetition and keeps track of what you’ve cleaned and what you haven’t.
Collecting stuff for later
Even when everything is clean, your room will surely look dirty when clutter is prominent. So, it’s a no-brainer that reducing clutter makes your cleaning process much faster.
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When you’re vacuuming without having to stop and pick up toys and socks, you’ll do it faster. That’s why we recommend going around your house with an extra laundry bag to pick up miscellaneous items before you start cleaning at all.
Kill two birds with a stone
Of course, doing something fast implies merging two or more tasks to save time, which also applies to cleaning. You can maximize your cleaning time by tackling two chores at once.
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You could disinfect faucet handles, wipe down countertops, or polish stainless-steel appliances while the dirty dishes are soaking in the kitchen sink. In the same vein, you could wash the bathroom sink as your cleaning tablet frizzes in the toilet bowl.
Focus on your tasks
One reason why we waste so much time on cleaning is because we’re cleaning and peeking at the TV at the same time. To minimize the amount of time you spend cleaning, make sure you focus totally.
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We recommend putting your phone out of reach and turning the television off so you can focus on finishing your tasks as soon as possible. Also, it makes it impossible for you to skip any dirty area since your eyes are on it.