The only magazine I ever subscribe to besides the Ensign is the Real Simple magazine. It is chock full of all the things that I really like. This month’s issue came with a mini-foldout of Speed Cleaning: The Best Time-saving Tips and Techniques and I just had to share!
Living area to-do list:
Every Day:
* Pick up crumbs and dust bunnies with a handheld vacuum.
* Fluff the cushions and fold throws after use.
* Wipe tabletops and spot-clean cabinets when you see fingerprints.
* Straighten coffee-table books and magazines. Throw out newspapers. Put away CDs and videos.
Every Week:
* Dust all surfaces – including electronics, books, blinds, picture frames, windowsills and ledges, and tops of door frames – and remove all cobwebs.
* Dust-mop the floors with a microfiber cloth or a Swiffer, or vacuum the rugs and carpeting.
* Vacuum the upholstery.
*Throw out old magazines.
* Wipe the switch plates, doorknobs, and doorjambs.
* Wipe and disinfect the telephone.
* Shake out the doormat.
* Vacuum the hearing and air-conditioning vents.
Bathroom to-do-list:
Every Day:
* Wipe out the sink.
* Wipe the toilet seat and rim.
* Swoosh the toilet bowl with a brush.
*Wipe the mirror and faucet.
*Squeegee the shower door.
*Spray the entire shower and the curtain line with shower mist after every use.
Every Week:
* Scrub the tub.
* Scrub the tiles.
*Mop the floor.
* Wipe the switch plates, door knobs and doorjambs.
* Empty and wipe out the wastebasket.
In another post, I will share the Bedroom and Kitchen to-do-list. I hope this speed cleaning list will help you keep a clean and comfortable home!
