Whether you have a friend coming over shortly, or you’re just ready for the home to be clean, this speed cleaning checklist is now your new best friend.
It’ll be your simple guide to quick cleaning, and tidying up every room in no time flat.
So if you want to have a clean house and keep things tidy, but you also don’t wanna spend hours on your feet, then this quick cleaning checklist will help you out.
It’s a great way to get the chores done fast, and give you some extra time to yourself.
But just make sure to be practicing these speedy cleaning tips throughout the week so you have a lot less to do!
The Simple Speed Cleaning System
- Keep Supplies in One Grabbable Place: You don’t wanna things be held up because you can’t find that one cleaning product. So make sure you have everything you need in one reachable place, and get caddies to make things simpler.
- Dishes First: For the kitchen, start off by putting the dishes in the dishwasher and then start wiping down your stove, shelves, and appliances. Once the kitchen is clean, it feels like half the battle is already won.
- Declutter: Dedicate 2-3 minutes to decluttering each room in your house. Clear all tables, shelves, and the floor first since they look the messiest when cluttered. Any paper, toys, clothing, or cups can be gathered up on a tray or basket. You can use a bag to gather up trash such a napkins and wrappers, and once that’s done, put everything back in its place.
- Empty Trash & Clean Baskets: Start with the bathrooms and check the rooms and anywhere you keep a basket. Gather all the trash and take it out immediately.
- Speedy Bathroom Cleaning: For the bathroom, quickly scrub the sink and pick up anything that doesn’t belong. Then replace the old towel with a new one, and light a candle. You’re done!
- Vacuum Smart: Don’t vacuum every room and don’t move around tables and couches (that can be done another time during a deeper clean.) Just vacuum the main areas that are going to be easily noticeable if left unattended.
- Speedy Bedroom Cleaning: First, put away all of your clothing that’s been lying on the chairs or bed. But carry a hamper with you so you can quickly throw the dirty clothes in there. Then, make your bed, throw out any trash from your room, and take dishes to the dishwasher. It’s as simple as that.
- Grab a Spray Bottle & Rag: Finally, run a spot check on all the mirrors and windows and make sure everything is clean.
Having your own speed cleaning routine and checklist is a great way to have things done in no time.
So if you want your home to feel welcoming, relaxed, and tidy, but you also want a bit more time for yourself, then try these speed cleaning tips!
Grace Moser is the author and founder of Chasing Foxes, where she writes articles to help women create a life they love in big and small ways. She's been a full-time traveler since 2016 and loves sharing her experiences and exploring the world with her husband, Silas. Her lifestyle and travel advice can also be seen on sites such as Business Insider, Glamour, Newsweek, Huffpost, & Apartment Therapy.