How to Maintain a Clean House Everyday | Spending No Time

I maintain a neat and organized house, but truthfully, I don’t enjoy cleaning my home.

I have a wonderful family, including an eight-month-old baby, and I just love spending time with her!

So, how to maintain a clean house every day without setting aside a separate cleaning time?

Here are some tips to help you keep your house clean every day!

How Long Should It Take to Clean a House?

‘Cleaning a house’ depends on your house size and your specific cleaning needs.

However,

‘Maintaining a clean house’ should take little or no time.

The key is to do a regular cleaning once every one or two weeks and maintain that cleanliness until the next regular cleaning session.

Anyway, my cleaning experience says,

Regular cleaning should take no more than 3 hours for a 1000-1200 square foot house.

Deep cleaning can take up to 21 hours, depending on how thoroughly you want to clean your house!

What Is the Correct Order to Maintain a Clean House Every Day?

I keep a checklist and follow a specific order to speed up the cleaning process during regular cleanings.

However, to maintain a clean house daily, I simply “clean as I go.”

Since the house is already clean after the weekly regular cleaning, maintaining cleanliness becomes easy and stress-free.

For example, I make my bed as soon as I wake up.

I ensure the toilet seat is dry, and I close the lid every time I use the toilet. If necessary, I use the toilet brush. These small actions keep the toilet as clean as it was after the regular cleaning.

I also remove water stains from the mirror, sink, and tap after using the bathroom each morning.

If I go to the kitchen instead of the bathroom after waking up, I empty the kitchen rack then.

So, there’s no specific order– you can just incorporate cleaning into your daily habits.

How to Maintain a Clean Room Every Day?

Before you can maintain a clean room every day, you’ll need to do a thorough cleaning once every one or two weeks.

After that, you can keep your room clean throughout this 7 to 14 days with a few simple actions that take minimal time.

Let’s look at the steps:

1. Make Your Bed

When the bed is made, the entire room appears clean and organized.

2. No Piles of Clothes

Avoid hanging or spreading clothes around.

Put all dirty clothes in the laundry bin.

Store clean clothes properly—either hang them or fold them and place them in your closet.

3. No Water, Juice Glasses, or Snack Packets

Place them in the dishwasher or dispose of them in the appropriate waste bin.

4. Close Closet Doors, Drawers, and Hamper Lids

After taking something from the closet, make sure to close the door or drawer.

An open closet door or drawer can make the room look messy.

5. Check the Floor

Ensure nothing is left lying on the floor.

Pick up any items and put them in their proper place.

6. Vacuum the Floor Mat (Optional)

Do a quick vacuum if necessary.

Especially, if you have hair fall issues or pets that shed. A quick vacuum can make a big difference.

How to Maintain a Clean Kitchen?

The most challenging parts of the kitchen to keep clean are the stove and sink.

Oven cooking can make things a bit easier since the mess is hidden, and it’s okay to clean the oven thoroughly once every three months.

These quick actions can help you keep your kitchen clean throughout the week:

1. Clean the Stove After Every Cooking Session

Scrub your stove with washing-up liquid after each cooking session.

If you have a specific cleaning detergent, you can use that.

However, washing up liquid is often the most accessible and quick option.

2. Wipe the Kitchen Counter

Avoid cluttering the kitchen counter with items you’re not using, like chopping boards, knives, or glasses.

Keep it simple, and wipe the counter with a damp cloth every time you use it.

3. Scrub the Kitchen Sink Daily

Scrub your sink daily with washing-up liquid to maintain its shiny appearance.

4. Replace Sponges and Chopping Boards

Don’t keep torn or dirty sponges in the sink. Replace them with new, clean ones as needed.

Change your chopping board if it has deep cuts that are hard to clean. It not only looks bad but also isn’t good for hygiene.

Always have a separate chopping board for cutting meat to prevent cross-contamination.

5. Wipe Up Spills Immediately

Clean up any visible spills, like coffee, sauce, or curry, as soon as they happen.

6. Keep Bottles Label Facing

Keep oil, sauce bottles, washing-up liquid, and hand wash bottles with their labels facing forward.

This gives your kitchen a tidy and organized appearance.

7. Don’t Leave Cooking Pots Out

Don’t leave cooking pots sitting out.

Transfer food to storage containers. Storing food in nice containers helps maintain a neat look in your kitchen.

8. Throw Out the Garbage

Dispose of garbage before it becomes smelly or overflows, it keeps your kitchen smelling fresh.

9. Clean Up After Each Meal

Don’t leave dishes, utensils, or glasses for later.

Wash or place them in the dishwasher immediately after each meal. It takes very little time.

10. Use Kitchen Towels

Kitchen towels are great for quick cleanups of spills or messes.

Keep them handy for easy kitchen cleaning and maintenance.

What Are the Most Important Parts of Keeping a Clean House?

By focusing on these key areas, you can maintain a clean and organized house throughout the entire period between regular cleanings.

Plus, keeping these spots tidy ensures that your home always looks presentable. Even if someone drops by unexpectedly.

Entrance

• No Clutter: A clean and organized entrance sets a peaceful tone as you enter and leave your home.
• Organize Papers: Place newspapers, advertisements, and magazines in their designated spots. Don’t let them pile up around the entrance.
• Tidy Shoes: Organize shoes neatly in the shoe rack.
• Entrance Items: Keep items like jackets, umbrellas, and hats organized. Store away anything that’s not in use.

Kitchen

• Clear Kitchen Rack: Keep the kitchen rack empty.
• Simple Counter: Don’t clutter the kitchen counter with unnecessary items. Wipe it down after each use.
• No Dirty Dishes: Ensure there are no dirty dishes in the sink or kitchen.
• Store Food Properly: Don’t leave cooking pots with food in them. Transfer food to containers and put the pots away.
• Label Facing Bottles: Arrange sauce and oil bottles with labels facing forward.
• Fridge Door: Remove unnecessary papers from the fridge door. Instead of cluttering it, use a planner book.

Bathroom

• Clean Toilet: Ensure there are no unwanted stains inside the toilet. Keep the seat dry and the lid closed.
• No Water Stains: Wipe water droplets off the mirror, shower glass, sink, and tap after each use.
• No Hanging Clothes: Avoid leaving dirty or private clothes, like underwear or bras, hanging in the bathroom. Keep towels neatly organized.
• Label Facing: Keep labels on hand wash, toothpaste, and face wash bottles facing forward.
• Clean Exhaust Fan: If the bathroom exhaust fan has visible dust or cobwebs, clean it with a long duster or a dry cloth.

Living Room

• Organize Blankets and Cushions: Keep blankets and cushions neatly arranged on the couch.
• No Food Crumbs: Ensure there are no food crumbs on the couch.
• No Dishes Left Out: Don’t leave wine glasses, spaghetti bowls, or tea cups on the couch handles or coffee table. Place them in the dishwasher immediately after use.
• Straighten the Carpet: If the carpet is tilted, straighten it.
• Tidy the Floor: Pick up any items left on the floor.

Bedrooms

• Make the Bed: Always make your bed.
• No Clothes Around: Keep clothes off the floor and furniture.
• Tidy Floors: Ensure the floor is free of clutter.

Garbage

• Take Out the Trash: Empty the trash regularly, especially in the kitchen and bathroom, to prevent bad odors.

No Cigarette Smell

• Avoid Tobacco Odors: Ensure your house doesn’t smell like tobacco, as it can be unpleasant for guests.

Daily House Cleaning Schedule To Maintain a Clean House

All tasks can be done using the ‘clean as you go’ method.

This schedule is simply a convenient way to keep track of daily cleaning routines.

Morning Schedule:

• Make the bed.
• Empty the dishwasher or kitchen rack.
• Wipe down the kitchen counter.
• Tidy up the living areas.

Throughout the Day:

• Clean the stove after each cooking session.
• Keep bathroom surfaces dry (mirror, sink, toilet seat).
• Place dirty and clean clothes in their proper places.
• Declutter as you go—put things away immediately after use.

Evening Schedule:

• Do a quick vacuum of high-traffic areas if necessary.
• Take out the trash if it’s full or smells.
• Check and tidy up before bed (e.g., straighten the carpet, pick up toys, clear the sink).

Optional Tasks:

• Laundry: You can do one load daily or schedule it every other day or once a week.
• Final Check: Before going to sleep, fix any small things that are out of place for a fresh start the next morning.

Daily House Cleaning Schedule for Working Moms

It’s challenging to think about cleaning when you’re already exhausted after work.

However, a daily cleaning schedule shouldn’t take more than 20 minutes if you’re not using the ‘clean as you go’ method.

Don’t focus on the cleaning—focus on the time!
It’s just 20 minutes a day to keep yourself motivated and maintain a clean home!

Here’s how to break it down:

• Morning (10 minutes):
  Spend 10 minutes before leaving home or starting your workday. This could include tasks like making the bed, tidying up the kitchen, or organizing any clutter.
• Afternoon/Evening (10 minutes):
  When you return home, take another 10 minutes to tackle quick tasks like wiping down surfaces, doing a quick vacuum of high-traffic areas, or preparing the kitchen for the next day.

Remember, every second counts, so utilize your time wisely.

You can split your daily house cleaning schedule between morning and evening, depending on what works best for you.

Pro Tips

Focus on upkeep rather than perfection.

Skip deep cleaning—if something bothers you, leave it for the designated deep cleaning day. Otherwise, you could end up cleaning all day.

You’ll likely use a lot of cleaning cloths. Don’t worry about those dirty clothes. If it’s not your laundry day, hang them on the edge of your cleaning bucket and wash them on your next laundry day.