Speed-Cleaning for Busy People
This playbook provides a series of time-efficient cleaning techniques designed for individuals with busy lifestyles. It focuses on maintaining cleanliness and organization in the home with minimal effort.
Step 1: Preparation
Gather all cleaning tools and supplies in a caddy or basket for easy transport throughout the home.
Step 2: Declutter
Spend 5-10 minutes decluttering each room, removing items that do not belong and quickly organizing surfaces.
Step 3: Dust Surfaces
Using a microfiber cloth or duster, quickly dust accessible surfaces and objects, working from top to bottom.
Step 4: Spot Clean
Address visible spots on glass, mirrors, and furniture with an all-purpose cleaner and cloth.
Step 5: Vacuum/Sweep
Vacuum carpets and rugs, sweep and mop hard floors, focusing on high-traffic areas and visible dirt.
Step 6: Trash Management
Empty all trash bins into a central trash bag, replace liners, and take the trash out to the appropriate disposal area.
Step 7: Zone Cleaning
Pick one zone each time for a detailed clean, rotating zones each cleaning session to maintain overall cleanliness.
Step 8: Final Touches
Straighten cushions, fold throws, and ensure everything is in its place before ending the session.
General Notes
Regular Schedule
To keep your cleaning efforts efficient, establish and stick to a regular cleaning schedule.
Multi-Tasking
Where possible, multitask during cleaning. For instance, clean the bathroom while soaking in tub cleaner.
Maintenance Mindset
Adopt a 'clean as you go' mindset to minimize the need for longer cleaning sessions.