Any time is a good time to tidy up and clean the house thoroughly.! It is true that there are times of the year perhaps a little more conducive to do these tasks, as now that the summer vacations are coming to an end, and it may be the ideal time to get your home ready for everything that September brings: back to school, back to work, extracurricular activities… and a lot of things that take away our free time. So this is perhaps the best time to dedicate ourselves more exhaustively to this task. Although it is not always easy to knowhow to start cleaning a house, how to get organized and which tasks are most important.
That said, want to know our tips for deep cleaning your home?
If you want to know how to clean the house properly, it is important first of all to get organized and take into account some key aspects:
HOW TO CLEAN THE HOUSE THOROUGHLY
1.-Plan before acting:
Before you start cleaning the house, make a list of the things that need to be done, thinking about what help you can count on to remove and clean heavy curtains and carpets; wash net curtains; clean windows, remove furniture and thoroughly clean the corners; vacuum walls and ceilings; wash blankets and quilts and store them until next fall-winter; clean and change closets… Once you have decided the tasks that need to be done, plan them in a weekly schedule to carry them out in order and step by step.
2.- Check if you want to get rid of some things:
Deep cleaning the house always offers the possibility to rethink what you want to get rid of to gain space or harmony. Check what you don’t use or what you think no longer makes you feel good because it creates clutter or has lost its usefulness and take advantage of this moment to sell or donate it before starting a thorough cleaning.
3.- Make a list of the utensils and cleaning products you will need:
To do this, write down everything you are going to use, such as cloths, cloths, mops, broom, dustpan, vacuum cleaner, duster, ladder… and think about what kind of products you are going to use. In this sense, if you prefer to use natural cleaners, vinegar, baking soda and lemon can be your great allies.
ORGANIZES CLEANING BY TASKS
As we told you at the beginning, to clean the house thoroughly in a correct way, it is very important to follow a planned order in advance, in which the following tasks should be carried out:
Ventilation, the first step. Open all the windows and let in light and warmth and count on them as allies for this tune-up. The house needs to breathe and oxygenate and this is the great opportunity to grant it.
2. Clean ceilings and walls in all rooms. The easiest way to do this is with the help of a vacuum cleaner, duster or a brush covered with a cloth. These tools will allow you to remove dust that has formed in these less accessible areas, also taking care of the corners and baseboards.
3. Clean windows. The best way to do this is with soapy water and vinegar. With it, frames and glass panes are polished and then dried with special glass wiping cloths.
4. Clean the lamps and bulbs. To do this, first make sure that they are always turned off. To clean them, simply wipe them with a duster and then a damp cloth. If the lamps are made of glass (such as chandeliers), the best way to clean them is to use moistened cotton gloves, going over the glass one by one.
5. Move furniture if it is in direct sunlight. For cleaning it is important that you take into account its finish (wax, varnish…) in this way you will know which product is the most suitable to clean them, likewise, remember that it is also necessary to clean the back and underneath of each piece of furniture.
6. Clean floors properly. Here you will also have to look at the type of material they are made of. If they are made of wood or marble, once they have been vacuumed, a mop should be used to reach the corners and if there are stains, they should be cleaned with a damp cloth that has been wrung out thoroughly. If the floors are waterproofed, they will only be mopped.
7. Wash curtains, blankets, quilts, pillows and pillowcases in the washing machine. To do this, remember that NEFF has state-of-the-art washing machines that make any washing easier and more efficient.
HOW TO DEEP CLEAN EVERY ROOM
Once we know the steps to take in each room of the house, how can we clean each room with its particularities?
The bedroom, where you rest and find wellness, you can make it ready by removing the mattress to vacuum the box spring or the bed base and put it back upside down. Afterwards, wash the mattress and pillow covers to make them clean again. Also take the opportunity to wash bed linen and if you are going to change bedspreads or comforters, once washed, store them in bags as tidy as possible so that they take up little space.
The living room, the place in the house where you enjoy your home, socialize and share moments of your life, you can deep clean it by vacuuming the sofas all over (the bottoms, the back and the cushions). If there are any stains, clean them with ammonia dissolved in water or with special dry foam for stains. This same cleaning process can be done with carpets, curtains and upholstery.
HOW TO CLEAN THE KITCHEN AND BATHROOM
In house cleaning, both the kitchen and the bathroom play an important role. The kitchen should also be ready to cook those recipes that you and your guests will enjoy. To do this, check your pantry, as food spoils more easily in the heat, and clean it starting with the inside and then the outside. And without forgetting to check what we have in the bottom of the refrigerator, although we know that it is best to keep track of the food in our refrigerator, it is not superfluous to make a periodic review, cleaning and maintenance of our appliances.
The bathroom should be your private spa, always secluded and pleasant to find in it the relaxation and wellness you need. To clean, ventilate well and check the inside of cabinets and half-used products. Remember that bath products such as creams, gels, etc. also expire. Clean the corners, corners and toilets well, drying everything with the help of a cloth.
TAKE THE OPPORTUNITY TO ALSO CLEAN YOUR HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
And if we talk about cleaning the house, we cannot forget about them. You already know that proper maintenance of household appliances is essential so that you can enjoy them longer as the first day. If you’re on your way to a spotless home, you can achieve an outstanding level of cleanliness by completing the job with this checklist:
Decalcify the coffee maker: Any model needs a minimum maintenance in order to always have the best coffee. If you enjoy it with our NEFF integrated coffee maker, you only have to select the specific descaling program. You just need to follow the instructions in the manual and have these tablets at hand, which of course can be purchased online.
Clean the inside of the washing machine: it is as simple as selecting the “Drum Cleaning” program which reaches 90°C to ensure that any remaining bacteria and fungi are removed.
Shine up the inside of the dishwasher with this specific cleaning product. Effectively removes food debris, accumulated grease and limescale. Read your instructions carefully!
Finally, if your hood filters are aluminum, now is the best time to remove them and clean them in the dishwasher. If these are particularly dirty, remember to do so without any more dishes inside.
And now that you’ve come this far, you can tell us tips and ideas to make it easier to thoroughly clean your home. We look forward to meeting them!
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