Six Tips for Making Home Cleaning Easier
Some people find cleaning and decluttering their homes overwhelming. It can seem like a never-ending battle against dirt, dust and messes to keep your home environment clean. Regular cleaning, however, is necessary for preventing germs, illnesses, allergies and respiratory issues (not to mention, research shows there is a direct correlation between home cleanliness and mental health!).
There are several reasons why people may avoid housecleaning. They may not know where to start, what tools and products are best to use, or how to clean efficiently. Fortunately, with a simple method, appropriate tools and cleaning products, along with some smart appliances and innovative plumbing fixtures, you can make your house cleaning easier.
Tips for Housecleaning
Anyone would find any cleaning task quite frustrating when the house has not been cleaned for a long time and there is a lot of dirt, dust and clutter lying around. That is why weekly cleaning is very important for every home. Here are some tips from professional cleaners on how to clean your home with less effort.
1. Put away the clutter. First, collect all the items that are on countertops, furniture surfaces, and the floor and temporarily put them in a closet or somewhere out of the way. Without the clutter, you can clearly see what needs cleaning.
2. Put basic cleaning supplies in a portable caddy or bucket. Most professional cleaners need only three products: a non-toxic, multi-surface cleaning solution to disinfect and remove dirt and grease, white vinegar, and furniture oil. They also wear rubber gloves to avoid their hands coming in contact with bacteria, dirt, grease, etc. Microfiber cloths are great for dusting and wiping down surfaces. Take your caddy or bucket with you to each room as you clean so that you don’t have to look for supplies.
3. For each room you clean, follow a cleaning path. Clean from the top down, from the back of the room to the front. Break the room down into manageable work areas and move clockwise through the room. Always clean the floor last. That way, all the dirt and debris will have settled in the parts you haven’t cleaned yet, and you won’t have to decide where to clean next.
4. Start with the hardest rooms first. Most people would agree that the kitchen and the bathroom are the most difficult to clean because these are typically the highest-trafficked areas of the home.
5. Smart Appliances Aid in Keeping Your Home Clean. More and more products we use in our homes are being created with microprocessors and computer intel chips. These Smart appliances can connect to your smartphone or computer tablet via an app to automate tasks and create energy efficiencies. These appliances can help with cleaning on a regular schedule:
- A robot vacuum can be set up and controlled through your smartphone to methodically clean the floors of your home finding its way around corners and around furniture without bumping into things.
- A smart oven or microwave can be controlled through a smartphone app to self-clean at a specific time.
- A smart dishwasher can be set to turn on at a certain time and send a signal when the wash and dry cycle is complete.
These advanced smart products can save time and make cleaning chores a little bit easier.
6. Innovative Plumbing Fixtures Can Simplify Daily Maintenance. Cleaning the bathroom can be one of the most challenging parts of the house. Removing soap scum, mildew and hard water stains can be a real challenge, and cleaning the toilet can take so much time. However, certain bathroom fixtures with unique features can make the cleaning process faster and easier.
Touchless faucets turn on and off with sensors, meaning you don’t have to physically touch them. This helps in preventing the spread of germs and keeps your fixtures sparkling for longer.
High-Efficiency Showerheads have powerful water flow and are very effective in cleaning and rinsing. Many have a larger flat surface which enables the spray to cover a wider area.
Innovative toilets, such as the Gerber – Avalanche® 1.28 gpf 12” Rough-In Two-Piece Elongated ErgoHeight™, feature technologies and design elements that work together to provide a fresher bowl requiring less frequent cleaning. Key features include:
- Two-piece design enables easier access for cleaning
- KeepClean® permanent glaze coating provides a super smooth surface that resists stains, scratches and keeps waste residue from sticking to the bowl, thus eliminating bacteria buildup
- Large toilet bowl and 3” flush valve combines with QuietClean® technology for a quieter flush that enables water to circulate longer and more effectively to thoroughly rinse the bowl
- Large dual-fed siphon jets increase the speed of the flush, for a quick and clean bowl every time
- Large, 2″ fully glazed trapway for clog-free waste removal
- WaterSense ® certified, 1.28gpf/4.8Lpf High Efficiency Toilet (HET) to save 20% more water (vs 1.6 gpf/6 Lpf toilet) and money!
The Gerber Avalanche® Toilet has a high polish surface, clean lines and a very timeless design that will enhance the look of any bathroom and make it easier to clean.
The right cleaning methods, products, appliances and plumbing fixtures, such as the Gerber Avalanche® Toilet, make your cleaning routine stress-free and save you time and money.
Visit a Coburn’s Kitchen and Bath Showroom and speak with one of our representatives to learn more about The Gerber Avalanche Toilet and other innovative bath fixtures.