We’ve all been in a situation when our home is a mess and we can’t put off cleaning any longer. But what to do if you don’t have the time or energy to do a full deep clean and it’s too late to book your trusted Cleaning Concepts professionals? Whether you’re pressed for time due to work obligations, don’t want to lose the entire weekend tidying up, or need to clean up the whole house and still find some time to enjoy with your loved ones, we’ve got you covered.
In today’s post, we unveil streamlined housekeeping that doesn’t skimp on chores or thoroughness. We’ll show you how to go about the process in a structured way and tackle all the key areas without dwelling too much on various surfaces or materials.
How to clean a messy house in one day?
The first time-saving trick that works across the board, whether it’s house cleaning or pretty much any other tiresome chore, is structure. Taking some time to think things through and adopt a methodical approach will save you so much time down the line and spare you the headaches of thinking things through while you’re doing them. Luckily for you, we’ve talked to pros who’ve already thought it all out and are willing to impart their process.
1. Take care of the trash before all else
Prepare a few trash bags and do a quick walk-through of your home. Throw everything away that classifies as trash and catches your attention on first viewing. You’ll be able to concentrate on cleaning when you get things out of the way, including:
- Junk mail
- Food leftovers
- Old magazines and newspapers
- Evident waste
2. Bathroom is a good place to start
Besides being one of the hardest things to clean, there is one more reason to clean the bathroom first—you and members of your household will probably need to use it so it’s best that you get it out of the way first.
Apply your cleaning solution and let it sit for a while on the:
- Sink
- Faucets and showerhead
- Tiles
- Toilet bowl
- Shower and/or bathtub
While the solution is breaking down grease and grime, make sure to tackle the following bathroom basics:
- Wipe the mirrors and windows
- Wipe the outside of cabinets, vanity, and counter
- Sweep or vacuum the floor
After you’ve done this, it’s time to scrub the solution from the sprayed surfaces and do a wet mop of the flooring.
3. Move on to the kitchen
While you may not exactly have spilled milk stains, there is a good chance you have bread crumbs, grease marks, and smudges on the countertop and backsplash. Do the same trick you’ve done in the bathroom, spray the solution on hard surfaces and let it sit. In the meantime:
- Put the dishes in the washer
- Wipe the outside of appliances
- Wipe the wooden cabinets
- Sweep or vacuum the flooring
By the time you’re done, the solution has broken down stains and all you have to do is a quick wipe-off followed by a wet mopping of the floor.
4. Time for kids’ rooms
Compared to the bathroom and kitchen, the kids’ rooms should take too much of your time. While you might find a stain here or there, it’s important to avoid using harsh disinfectants and abrasive solutions. Keep in mind that cleaning toddlers’ rooms is mostly about clutter so here’s what you should do:
- Gather all the clothes, fold them, and put them in the closet
- Pick up the toys and put them in their place
- Clean and wipe the table and nightstand
- Make up the bed
- Vacuum the floor
5. Master bedroom followed by the living room
The good news is that the hardest part is behind you and what follows should be a breeze. If you don’t have the habit of eating in bed, you won’t lose too much energy tackling the bedroom.
- Wipe the nightstands and bedside tables
- Clean the headboards
- Wipe the dressers and chests
- Dust the lighting fixtures
- Wipe the mirrors and makeup vanities
- Vacuum the floor
Now all that’s left is to tidy up the living room and you’re all set.
- Wipe the TV stand
- Dust the bookshelves
- Wipe the outside of storage cabinets
- Clean the accent tables
- Touch up the sideboards and entryway tables
- Vacuum the floorings
That wasn’t hard, or was it? Printing out this list and keeping it close at hand when you need to revamp your home in a couple of hours is handy but will only get you so far. So keep in mind that while we’ve covered all the basics and a few other things as well, nothing can replace the thorough deep clean you get with specialist house cleaners.
