Here’s the scoop, from experts, on what to clean and how often to clean it.
Things You Should Clean Every Day:
- Clean Phones With A Cloth Dipped In 50/50 Solution Of Water And Vinegar
- Sinks
- Kitchen Countertops
- Stove Surfaces
- Squeegee Showers
Things You Should Clean Every Few Days:
- Swap Out Bath Towels Every Other Day
- Swap Out Or Clean Sponges With The Microwave Or Bleach Is Even Better
Things You Should Clean Once A Week:
- Wipe Down The Bathroom
- Clean Bathtub
- Disinfect Shower Curtains With A Baking Soda And Vinegar Solution
- Change Your Sheets
- Wipe Down Doorknobs
- Vacuum Rugs (But More Often If You Have Pets)
- Dust-Mop Hardwood Floors
- Keyboard, Mouse, And Monitor
- Microwave
Things You Should Clean Once A Month:
- Clean Baseboards And Blinds
- Sweep The Garage, Patio, And Walkways
- Vacuum Upholstered Furniture With The Brush Attachment
- Clean Ceiling Fans
- Wash Throw Rugs
- Dust Ceiling Fans
- Inside Of A Coffee Pot
Things You Should Clean Every 3-4 Months:
- Deep Clean Your Refrigerator With Warm Soapy Water
- Polish Wood Furniture
- Change Or Clean Furnace And Air-Conditioner Filters (Less Frequently In Low-Use Seasons)
- Clean The Oven
- Pillows
- Mattress
Things You Should Clean Once A Year:
- Move Heavy Furniture To Clean Behind And Underneath
- Wash Walls
- Steam-Clean Carpets
Source Reader’s Digest