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February 2, 2012
By: Katy Spellman
Cleaning is a chore, no doubt about it, but if you take things room-by-room and step-by-step it all gets done and you still have your mind fully in tact!
Dust
Dust is inevitable (especially in Lubbock!). It comes in through doors, through windows, on the bottom of shoes and clothing. Dusting weekly will reduce the need for more serious deep cleanings. Use the right tools, a vacuum cleaner with a long attachment and microfiber cloths will remove the dust from your apartment, not just spread it around. Dust the obvious and not so obvious.
* Table surfaces
* Chairs
* Televisions
* Windowsills
* Wallpaper
* Ceiling fans
* Corner cobwebs
Floors
Floors can collect more than dirt, pick up anything that shouldn't be on the floor and put it in its correct place or room.
* Vacuum carpets and rugs
* Mop or wash tile or wood floors (do the kitchen separately)
Trash
When you live in a small space, learning how to clean an apartment and keep it clean becomes doubly important; take out the trash as often as possible, daily if you can.
* Throw away any piles of papers or junk mail
* Take out kitchen and bathroom trash
* Replace bags on all waste baskets (it's a good idea to leave a few extra bags at the bottom for next time)
Kitchen
The kitchen is probably the toughest room in a living space to get and keep clean. Do the work upfront and then try to maintain as you go. This will keep you from getting overwhelmed.
* Wash the dishes daily (collect any dishes in other rooms)
* Clean out the refrigerator (throw away any expired item and old leftovers, wipe clean any spill remnants inside, wipe down the outside and the handle)
* Clean/scrub counter tops
* Shake out crumbs in toaster
* Wipe down appliances (including microwave inside and out)
* Clean/scrub stove top
* Clean any obvious spots on the walls
* Sweep up floor for crumbs and debris
* Mop or wash floor
* Scrub sink
Bathroom
The bathroom should be cleaned on a weekly basis. Any longer than that, and it can turn into a disgusting job.
* Use mildew remover on shower and bath
* Disinfect the toilet
* Scrub the sink
* Mop the floor
Bedroom
The biggest mess maker in the bedroom is probably dirty laundry. Make sure you have a big enough hamper so you have a place to put your dirty clothes until laundry day.
* Change the linens (weekly)
* Make the bed (daily)
* Keep trash and dishes out of the bedroom
* Neatly stack any magazines or reading materials
* Air out the room (open the windows)
February 2, 2012
By: Katy Spellman
"Just Whistle While You Work:" Step-by-Step Spring Cleaning
If you've ever wanted to know how to clean an apartment or your college living space, this list will walk you through the process step-by-step.
Cleaning doesn't have to be as painful as we make it out to be.
Dust
Dust is inevitable (especially in Lubbock!). It comes in through doors, through windows, on the bottom of shoes and clothing. Dusting weekly will reduce the need for more serious deep cleanings. Use the right tools, a vacuum cleaner with a long attachment and microfiber cloths will remove the dust from your apartment, not just spread it around. Dust the obvious and not so obvious.
* Table surfaces
* Chairs
* Televisions
* Windowsills
* Wallpaper
* Ceiling fans
* Corner cobwebs
Floors
Floors can collect more than dirt, pick up anything that shouldn't be on the floor and put it in its correct place or room.
* Vacuum carpets and rugs
* Mop or wash tile or wood floors (do the kitchen separately)
Trash
When you live in a small space, learning how to clean an apartment and keep it clean becomes doubly important; take out the trash as often as possible, daily if you can.
* Throw away any piles of papers or junk mail
* Take out kitchen and bathroom trash
* Replace bags on all waste baskets (it's a good idea to leave a few extra bags at the bottom for next time)
Kitchen
The kitchen is probably the toughest room in a living space to get and keep clean. Do the work upfront and then try to maintain as you go. This will keep you from getting overwhelmed.
* Wash the dishes daily (collect any dishes in other rooms)
* Clean out the refrigerator (throw away any expired item and old leftovers, wipe clean any spill remnants inside, wipe down the outside and the handle)
* Clean/scrub counter tops
* Shake out crumbs in toaster
* Wipe down appliances (including microwave inside and out)
* Clean/scrub stove top
* Clean any obvious spots on the walls
* Sweep up floor for crumbs and debris
* Mop or wash floor
* Scrub sink
Bathroom
The bathroom should be cleaned on a weekly basis. Any longer than that, and it can turn into a disgusting job.
* Use mildew remover on shower and bath
* Disinfect the toilet
* Scrub the sink
* Mop the floor
Bedroom
The biggest mess maker in the bedroom is probably dirty laundry. Make sure you have a big enough hamper so you have a place to put your dirty clothes until laundry day.
* Change the linens (weekly)
* Make the bed (daily)
* Keep trash and dishes out of the bedroom
* Neatly stack any magazines or reading materials
* Air out the room (open the windows)
