Master the Art of Professional Cleaning with These Genius Hacks

Cleaning the entire house is hard work, but using cleaning hacks makes it smart work.

You may have deep-cleaned your house—no dust or dirt from top to bottom.

Yet, you’re still not satisfied with how your house looks. It still seems messy or unnoticeable to others. When someone enters your clean home, they may not even notice the huge effort you’ve put into making it spotless!

Today, I’m not giving step-by-step cleaning advice. Instead, I’ll share tips that will give your home the polished look of a professional cleaner.

As a cleaning professional, here are the professional cleaning hacks from my experience to make your home look clean, tidy, and organized.

These tips also work great if a guest suddenly comes over!

Cleaning Hacks for the Whole House

Whether you’re a cleaning professional looking for advice or someone who just wants to keep their home in top shape, these professional cleaning hacks will inspire you.

I’ve gathered these tips over the years from my experience, and they truly stand out when guests come over.

It’s always nice to hear compliments or good comments on how clean and tidy your home looks!

Cleaning Hacks for Kitchen

No matter how spotless your kitchen is, if you miss the details below, no one will notice the cleanliness at first glance.

On the other hand, if these are taken care of, even small things like yellowing in the sink or sauce stains in the microwave will be overlooked.

Place spice jars with labels facing forward.
Fold and hang kitchen towels neatly and straight.

Keep kitchen rugs straight and aligned.
Fold the open edge of kitchen towels nicely.
Avoid piling dishes in the kitchen rack.
Keep unnecessary items off the kitchen counter.

Expert Tips

Everyone does the typical tea one, but the brown one can add a little extra!

Avoid folding kitchen towels in a simple two-fold. Instead, try a two-half fold before hanging them. This gives your kitchen a more polished, expert look.

Cleaning Hacks for Bathroom

You may have deep cleaned or regularly cleaned your bathroom yesterday—everything organized, no water stains on the mirror or shower glass.

But today, after just a few uses, it’s hard to tell it was cleaned at all.

Follow these professional cleaning hacks for the bathroom, to maintain that fresh, clean and inevitable look for 7-14 days, depending on usage:

Fold the toilet paper into a V for a polished touch.

Wipe down the mirrors and shower glass every time you use the sink or shower.
Make sure bathroom rugs are straight.
Fluff or vacuum the bathroom rug to keep its pile from looking flat.
Arrange bottles (hand wash, face wash, bathroom perfume etc) with labels facing forward.
Always keep the toilet seat dry and close the lid.
Fold and hang towels neatly.

Expert Tips

Always keep some small towels folded neatly on your bathroom counter. This way, you can easily wipe water drops from the sink, tap, mirror, or glasses after each use.

It works wonders for maintaining a clean look in your washroom.

Cleaning Hacks for Residential Room

If you make your bed and tidy your couch every morning, you’re already halfway to a clean, organized home.

These tasks require minimal effort but make a big impact.

Fold blankets and place them neatly on your bed and couch.
Fluff and arrange pillows nicely in both the bedroom and living room.
Dust the leaves and petals of indoor plants.
Fold clothes neatly and put them away.
Finally, organize soft toys and stuffed animals neatly in their place.

Cleaning Hacks for Laundry Room

The laundry room is often overlooked, but it plays a big role in maintaining a clean and organized home.

Fold washed clothes and place them in neat piles.
Vacuum the laundry basket to keep it dust-free.
Arrange washing detergents and softeners with labels facing forward for a tidy, organized look.

These small touches help make your laundry room as clean and inviting as the rest of your home!

Cleaning Hacks for the Entrance (The Hallway)

For me, the entrance should always be love at first sight.

Every time you leave or enter your home, it should look neat and welcoming, giving a positive vibe about the whole house.

Fold scarves and woolly hats neatly and place them in organized piles.
Hang jackets and coats nicely on hooks or in the closet.
Organize keys and purses in a designated spot.
Arrange shoes neatly by type or model.
Ensure the door mat is straight and free of visible dust, stones etc.

These simple steps will make your entrance feel tidy and inviting!

Cleaning Hacks for the Cleaning Cupboard

Often ignored but essential for an organized home.

Wipe off all detergent bottles especially the bottom and place them in the cupboard with labels facing forward.
Clean the nozzles and attachments for the vacuum cleaner to keep them in top shape.

These quick tasks will help keep your cleaning cupboard tidy and efficient!

More House Cleaning Tips and Hacks

Here are a few more house cleaning hacks that may help you achieve a more professionally cleaned look.

House Cleaning Hacks to Make Your Home Smell Good

Here are some easy tips to keep your home smelling fresh:

Whenever you use lemons in a recipe, save the halves. Place them in a microwave-safe bowl in boiling water, and microwave for 5 minutes. This leaves your kitchen smelling amazing!
Place candles with your favorite scent on your shoe cabinet by the entrance for a welcoming fragrance.
Use indoor plants to bring a natural, fresh scent to your home. I love placing them in the bathroom and on the kitchen windowsill.
Let cleaning products do their job—I’m obsessed with the fresh, clean smell after each cleaning session.
Avoid putting used socks inside your shoes to prevent unwanted odors.

These hacks will make your home smell delightful every day!

Daily House Cleaning Hacks

These simple, everyday habits will help you maintain a cleaner, more organized home!

Place a trash can outside the door: This way, you can throw away junk mail, packaging, and other trash before it even enters your home.

Stick to the “no shoes in the house” rule: This simple habit keeps your floors and carpets much cleaner, even if you only vacuum once or twice a week.

Declutter as you go: Whenever you move from one room to another, take something that belongs in the next room and put it away.

Outdoor time for kids or pets: Let your kids or pets spend time outdoors. This gives you a quick window to tidy up or fix small things like shoes, making cleaning easier.

Do laundry immediately: Don’t let laundry pile up. Doing it in smaller loads will save you from the overwhelming task of folding hours’ worth of clothes at once.

Cleaning Hacks for the Lazy

These hacks make cleaning easier and less time-consuming!

Declutter and embrace minimalism: The less stuff you have, the easier it is to clean. Fewer objects mean less time spent cleaning them.

Set a 15-minute timer each day: Clean for just 15 minutes. It’s short and manageable. You can make the bed, wipe down the sink, or organize something. It’s not overwhelming, but enough to keep your home tidy without any stress.

Put things away immediately: Don’t place items in the wrong spot. It doubles your work later. Putting things away the first time is the laziest yet most effective way to keep your space looking good.

Find cleaning motivation: Plan something that will inspire you to clean. For example, invite friends or family over once a month. You’ll have a reason to give your home a deep clean before they arrive.

Invest in a robot vacuum: It saves time and effort. Plus, you’ll naturally keep your floors clear to give the vacuum space to work, which makes your home look even more organized.

Quick House Cleaning Hacks

These quick cleaning hacks will help keep your house clean with minimal effort!

Clean while you cook: If you’re waiting for something on the stove, use that time to clean. Wipe countertops, rub down surfaces, or tidy up the kitchen. Anything!

Microwave cleaning hack: While in the kitchen, clean your microwave easily by microwaving half a lemon in water for 5 minutes. The lemony steam will make your job easy. The filth will be loosened and you can just quickly wipe the whole microwave.

Baby oil for stove hood: Apply baby oil on the top of the stove hood to cut through greasy dust. It also makes future cleanings as simple as a quick wipe.

Bathroom wipe-down after a shower: Take advantage of the condensation after a shower. Wipe down the counter and surfaces without needing a cleaner, and it only takes a minute.

Fold towels first in laundry: When overwhelmed by a large pile of laundry, fold the towels first. Their bulk quickly reduces the pile, making the task feel less daunting.