Easy tips to organize your house cleaning routine

It really is a snap to keep your household under control. With these easy tips, your space will look spin and span in no time.

• The key word is organization.
• Plan for daily, weekly, and occasional tasks, as well as spring cleaning.
• Follow a regular schedule, and no task will seem too daunting.
• You will save yourself time and energy in the long run.

Keep your household orderly so that it's easier to keep clean. These daily household tasks can be accomplished in the blink of an eye.

• Pick up scattered clothing, shoes, toys, and newspapers daily; you're well on your way to a tidy home.
• Shake bedding out thoroughly and air out your bedroom.
• After brushing your teeth in the morning, rinse out the bathroom sink with water to keep lime from building up.
• Wash all dishes, cutlery, pots, and pans used to prepare and eat meals during the day.
• Wipe down the countertops in your kitchen to keep any dirt and germs from getting a foothold.

Pencil in these weekly housecleaning chores, and your major spring cleaning will definitely proceed much more smoothly than if you had let the work build up.

• Dust, vacuum, and wet-mop the floors in all rooms.
• Clean the bathroom thoroughly. Scrub the sinks, shower and/or tub, and toilet; wipe off tiles in wet areas and wash the floor.
• Clean the mirrors.
• Wipe out your refrigerator and thoroughly clean the stove and sink.
• Take out the trash every time there is garbage pickup.
• Return cans and bottles for refund, and put out recyclables on collection day.
• Change and wash household linens.
• Sweep the porch and/or deck and patio.

Come up with a cleaning schedule in order to keep an overview of tasks that require occasional attention. Follow the schedule to ensure that nothing gets overlooked. Be sure to include the following tasks:

• Wash windows.
• Wash curtains and drapes.
• Clean doors and door frames.
• Clean upholstered furniture thoroughly.
• Maintain wood furniture.
• Wipe down kitchen cabinets.
• Perform maintenance on kitchen appliances.
• Clean lamps.
• Clean rugs and carpets.
• Dust walls.
• Take care of all cleaning equipment.