I live in a rental and want to start spring cleaning. So any tips on what to do, where to get started and tricks to make the jobs easier. I also want to make things look newer and cleaner without breaking the bank since I don't own the place. I have kids, so you can imagine the marks all over the place.
2007-02-07 10:00:11 · 5 answers · asked by MRod 5 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
Start high and work down.
Sugar soap is fantastic at cleaning up paint work, and very cheap.
Wash the window inside and out, and finish with methylated spirtits.
2007-02-07 10:08:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 10⤋
Sort through any clothes that don't fit. The same for toys that aren't used. Either put 1/2 the toys out of sight and bring them back in a few months, or sell at a garage sale.
Resolve to buy only what you need, whether clothes or furnishings. If you subscribe to magazines, after you've read them, switch with someone else. The less you have around, the easier it'll be to keep it clean and looking nice.
2007-02-07 10:10:35 · answer #2 · answered by cowgirl 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
1st, positioned on tender previous outfits and pull your hair up less than a hat or headscarf. next, plan what you'll artwork on for that day and make it authentic looking. do not anticipate to get a 4000 squarefeet mansion completely wiped clean in an hour. i decide on to p.c.. a unmarried room and then record what i imagine i will get finished contained in the time I have. Then get busy! flow till your distributed time is up or till you're too drained to save going. agenda breaks. pay interest to music that places you in a stunning good mood.
2016-12-03 21:01:56 · answer #3 · answered by picart 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start from top to bottom. Begin cleaning ceiling fans and light fixtures before cleaning furniture, windows and carpets.
Wash windows inside and out.
Vacuum or wash draperies and window treatments.
Wash throw rugs, blankets and bed covers.
Move and vacuum underneath furniture.
Hold a family wardrobe check as you bring out warm-weather clothing. Sort winter clothing for discards and donations before you store.
Check and clean downspouts and gutters.
Check and clean air filters and vents.
Replace smoke detector batteries.
Drain sediment from hot water heaters.
To prevent streak marks when cleaning large vertical areas, start at the bottom and work up, overlapping areas as you clean and using a circular motion.
Abrasive cleansers provide extra cleaning power for hard-to-remove soils like food particles and grease residue in sinks. In general, liquid, spray and gel cleansers are less abrasive than powders.
Clean microwave spills when they happen. If they don't get "baked on," it's a snap to wipe them up before they harden.
Use a small foam paintbrush to clean tight spaces between cabinets or under appliances.
Save money on paper towels by using washable, lint-free cloths.
Try the two-bucket method when you clean walls or floors. Fill one with cleaning solution and leave the other empty. Wet the cleaning sponge or cloths in one and squeeze the dirty water into the empty bucket. This keeps your cleaning solution clean.
Keep cleaning supplies in every bathroom.
2007-02-07 10:09:45 · answer #4 · answered by ♥chelley♥ 4 · 30⤊ 1⤋
yes 1 room and 1 day at a time
2007-02-07 10:10:51 · answer #5 · answered by bannantynegirl 3 · 3⤊ 16⤋