Basic Cleaning - UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS
Basic Cleaning Routine for Unfurnished Apartments
Congratulations on your new unfurnished apartment! While the lack of furniture might seem like less cleaning, there's still a regular routine to establish for a fresh and comfortable living space. Here's a breakdown of essential cleaning tasks to keep your unfurnished apartment sparkling:
Daily Cleaning:
Make your bed: Start your day by making your bed. This simple task sets the tone for a tidy space.
Dishes: Wash dishes after each meal to avoid clutter and prevent food spoilage attracting pests.
Wipe down spills: Clean up spills immediately to prevent stains and make cleaning easier.
Empty the trash: Take out the trash regularly to avoid unpleasant odors and overflowing bins.
Weekly Cleaning:
Vacuuming: Vacuum carpets and rugs thoroughly to remove dust, dirt, and allergens. Pay close attention to high-traffic areas.
Sweeping: Sweep or mop hard floors like tile, wood, or laminate. Use a microfiber mop for most hard floors and a specific wood floor cleaner if applicable (check with your landlord for recommendations on cleaning products for the specific flooring).
Dusting: Dust surfaces like countertops, shelves, window blinds, light fixtures, and electronics with a microfiber cloth. Tip: Turn off electronics before dusting.
Bathroom cleaning: Disinfect the toilet bowl, sink, and surrounding areas with a bathroom cleaner and toilet brush. Wipe down shower walls and mirrors with a suitable bathroom cleaner.
Bi-weekly Cleaning:
Mopping: Mop hard floors with a disinfectant solution to remove dirt, grime, and bacteria.
Microwave cleaning: Wipe down the interior of your microwave with a damp cloth to remove splatters and food particles. You can also use a bowl of water with lemon slices for a natural steam cleaning (follow manufacturer's instructions).
Monthly Cleaning:
Clean out the refrigerator: Throw away expired food and clean shelves and drawers with warm water and dish soap. Wipe down the interior surfaces with a baking soda solution or a vinegar solution (avoid mixing these two). Tip: Leave the refrigerator door open for air circulation after cleaning.
Wash linens: Wash sheets, pillowcases, and bath towels in hot water according to care instructions on the tags.
Wipe down appliances: Wipe down the exterior surfaces of your oven, stovetop, and other appliances with a damp cloth or disinfectant wipes.
Window cleaning: Clean windows and window sills to remove dust, grime, and cobwebs. Use a glass cleaner and a microfiber cloth to avoid streaks.
Additional Tips:
Declutter regularly: Avoid clutter buildup by putting things away after use. Designate specific storage areas for belongings
Empty the vacuum cleaner: Regularly empty the vacuum cleaner's dustbin to maintain suction power.
