Using a cleaning chart may conjure up memories of being a child and having a chore list, but there is a reason so many parents post housekeeping charts because they are effective. Cleaning charts create a schedule of what is to be cleaned and when it is supposed to be cleaned, to ensure all necessary chores are taken care of on a daily or weekly basis. Not only will this help to ensure a tidy living space, but can also lead to lower stress levels, as a clean, organized home can have a calming effect on the body.
When making a cleaning chart, here are the items most people include on the daily schedule:
Make the bed
Wipe down the bathroom counter
Clean and put away the dishes
Wipe down the kitchen counters
Take out the trash
Declutter
With any cleaning schedule, there is the option of completing all of the chores in the morning, at night, or splitting them up between morning and night. In addition, many people include one specialty chore to complete every day, such as:
Clean all mirrors and windows
Clean the toilet and tub
Mop the floors
Do the laundry
Wipe down all furniture and cabinets
Scrub the oven, microwave, and fridge
Vacuum the apartment
This list doesnt account for monthly cleaning activities, such as wiping down the walls and baseboards or scrubbing the refrigerator, but it will give a good start to putting a regular cleaning schedule in place, so keeping a tidy apartment wont seem so overwhelming.
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