Staying on top of the chores list has never been so speedy.
Whether youre trying to get ahead or company is on their way, aquick cleancan be just the ticket.
Unfortunately these are oftentimes lessons learned the hard way.
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These are the tasks you might (and should!)
cross off your list in 30 minutes or less.
Marla Mock is the President ofMolly Maid, aNeighborlycompany.
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Spot Clean
Were not talking laundry.
Spot treat focus areas when you dont have time to wash it all down, says Mock.
For stubborn stains, pretreat them with the appropriate solution before tackling the more wipeable messes.
Try the Laundry Basket Method
Its a trick thats as much therapeutic as it is efficient.
Return them to their rightful homes in other rooms throughout the house.
Perhaps it goes without saying, but dont get lazy!
All items should be returned to their spotsnot just dumped in an out-of-sight area.
It will create additional space while also eliminating the potential for bad odors.
Clean the Stove
Quick kitchen cleaning shouldnt leave stuck-on messes behind.
The place where that is most likely to happen?
After 10 minutes, scrub [the burners] with scrubby sponge, she says.
Let it sit for a few minutes then swish it around.
Using a sponge or cloth, wipe down the sides.
Empty the water into a utility sink, bathtub, or outside and rinse.
Let it dry completely before replacing the bag.
Make Windows and Mirrors Shine
No one likes smudges.
Walk around the house armed with your microfiber cloths and a bottle of a DIY non-smearing glass cleaner.
Refresh the Bath
Abathroom refresh is crucialwhether its in anticipation of guests or simply amid-week wipe-down.
When speed cleaning, Mock has an easy formula.
Spray toilet seat, lid, rim and base with equal parts vinegar and water.
She then sprinkles the inside of the toilet bowl with baking soda and scrubs with a toilet brush.
Dont forget to flush.
you’re free to also put a deodorizer in the bowl for a pleasant aroma.
Check toilet paper stock and put out fresh towels.
Finally, take out the trash and put in a new bag.
