She Strengthens

11/6/2024

Germ-Free Home: The Ultimate Cleaning Checklist

To keep your home clean and germ-free, make it a habit to perform the following tasks daily:

Sanitize High-Traffic Areas: Regularly wipe down doorknobs, light switches, faucets, remotes, keyboards, and frequently touched items with a disinfectant.
Wipe Down Counters and Tables: Use an antibacterial disinfectant to clean countertops daily, especially after food preparation.
Sweep Up Post-Cooking Floor Debris: Clean up loose dirt, food, and debris that falls to the floor after cooking to prevent bacteria from spreading.
Do the Dishes: Wash dishes promptly, sanitize sponges daily, and avoid using them altogether if possible.

In addition to daily cleaning, perform the following tasks weekly:

Clear Off Sink Crud: Use baking soda to clean and deodorize sinks.
Mind the Bathroom Mirrors: Wipe away toothpaste spatter and soap residue with a disinfecting cloth.
Wipe Down Waste Bins: Clean the inside and outside of waste bins with a vinegar solution.

Perform the following tasks every two weeks:

Keep That Toilet Gleaming: Use a long-handled toilet brush and toilet bowl cleaner to sanitize the rim holes and entire toilet.
Stay Ahead of Microwave Grime: Clean up spills immediately and deep clean the microwave every two weeks with lemon juice and a disinfectant wipe.
Mop the Floors: Sweep up messes daily and mop floors bi-weekly to prevent dirt and germs from building up.

Perform the following tasks monthly:

Scrub the Shower and Tub: Use a shower cleaner to scrub each surface thoroughly and rid them of bacteria.
Clean Smudges Off Windows: Use a window cleaner and wipe every area, including the windowsill.
Vacuum Rugs and Carpets: Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust and debris from rugs and carpets.

Stock your cleaning kit with the following essentials: