Cleaning… help!

littlestircrazy · 2022-07-11T18:20:22+00:00

You have to do an assessment first. What's slipping through the cracks and why? For me, I work best when things are assigned to specific days and hours (like a meeting at work), so if that's something that helps you get things done, start creating a calendar.
The best way to get rid of clutter is to not have anything in the first place. Go through and get rid of unnecessary things. Anything left over should have a home - an exact place it goes every time you're done with it.

EviessVeralan · 2022-07-11T16:34:00+00:00

If things keep slipping have you tried creating a checklist of everything you need to do?

I did this for one of my jobs for the closing duties and not only do i not forget anything anymore but its satisfying to scratch off chore after chore as I make my way through the list.

brushshstrokes · 2022-07-11T19:24:04+00:00

I read a book called Home Comforts where if you have kids you have collection bins where you put stray toys, newspapers and the like to be filed and sorted away later.

smolveganlauren · 2022-07-12T10:30:37+00:00

I use an app called OurHome to input tasks and then set the schedule for when they need to be done. I really don't know how I'd remember anything without it all organised in a list. I even put the most obvious kinds of things on it so that I don't miss them! It makes me feel accomplished being able to tick off the things I've done.

dustskirts · 2022-07-11T23:59:43+00:00

For me I like to just make a (mental) list of some things to do in the morning after my husband's gone to work, and then just go through them without a break for about an hour or two - daily things like sweeping/mopping the kitchen, washing dishes, but also a couple non-daily tasks like cleaning up a certain room, washing windows, or emptying out bins. Basically just stay on your feet until you've got the jobs done.

bananab33 · 2022-07-14T04:47:12+00:00

I know other people have also said "checklists", but they really have been a game changer for us. I never used them much because I felt like I'm an adult and they're a little condescending, but recently I got a magnetic dry-erase weekly to-do list thing that goes on the fridge. My house has never been so clean! Mostly it's helped the kids to do their part, but it also has really helped me as well. The weekly one I have is similar to the one on this product page: https://www.amazon.com/Magnetic-Erase-Calendar-Bundle-Fridge/dp/B089QR3F27/

santarosa2020 · 2022-07-12T02:20:25+00:00

Socialize only with families that have tidy homes. If you know families that have untidy homes and still want to socialize invite them to your home ONLY. I don't want my children getting the idea that clutter is okay.
Less stuff. Seriously, don't save junk and don't have a lot of knick knacks because it makes cleaning more difficult. Don't have bins because bins attract clutter, same with too many drawers.
Teach everyone over the age of 4 to put things away. Have a clean up time every night. Every room needs an air filter unless you have a home air filtration system. Change filters regularly.

nice_to_meet_you__ · 2022-07-29T13:00:10+00:00

A slob comes clean podcast by Dana k White. She also has books! Life changing! For me doing the dishes every single day really turned a corner- and decluttering. She has super helpful advice on how to get started. You can do it!

Title	Cleaning… help!
Author	Scared-Tea-8911
Upvotes	10
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Date	July 11, 2022 4:13 PM UTC (4 years ago)
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