The Room-by-Room Cleaning Cheat Sheet

Last updated on December 27th, 2024

Cleaning your entire home might seem like a huge undertaking, but with the right approach, it can be quite manageable. Breaking down the tasks room by room allows you to focus on one area at a time, ensuring thorough cleaning without feeling overwhelmed.

Let’s walk through a comprehensive room-by-room cleaning guide that will leave your home looking and feeling fresh.

Master Bedroom

Start in the master bedroom by decluttering your wardrobe. Remove clothes that no longer fit or those you rarely wear and store them out of sight to free up space. Next, grab a duster and clean hard-to-reach areas like lights, ceiling fans, door frames, vents, and skirting boards. Don’t forget to clean light switches and vacuum the curtains. Wipe down furniture with a damp cloth.

Strip the bed of all linens, including sheets, blankets, quilts, and pillows, and wash them according to their care instructions. Rotate your mattress to ensure even wear and sprinkle baking soda on it to freshen it up, then vacuum with the upholstery attachment.

Bathrooms

Begin bathroom cleaning by clearing out cabinets and drawers, discarding expired cosmetics and lotions. Wipe down medicine cabinets, tiles, and countertops with a vinegar and water solution. For stubborn stains in the shower, use a paste of baking soda and water, or for tougher stains, mix baking soda with vinegar.

To clean the toilet, spray vinegar inside the bowl, sprinkle with baking soda, and let it sit for 15 minutes. Scrub the bowl with a toilet brush and wipe down the exterior with the vinegar and water solution. Wash bathroom rugs and decorative linens, then sweep and mop the floor.

To tackle drain odors, pour a cup of baking soda followed by two cups of white vinegar down the drain. Let it fizz for a few minutes, then flush with boiling water.

Kitchen

Start by decluttering your kitchen countertops, putting away appliances you don’t use daily. Clean your stovetop by removing grates and burner caps, then wipe with warm soapy water. For tougher grime, use a paste of salt, vinegar, and baking soda.

Degrease your range hood by washing it with warm soapy water. For stubborn grease, soak the metal filter overnight in hot soapy water with a cup of white vinegar. Clean your oven by spraying a mixture of baking soda and water inside and leaving it overnight.

Freshen up your microwave by heating a bowl with three tablespoons of baking soda and a cup of water. Clean your dishwasher by removing the food trap and running an empty cycle with vinegar or baking soda.

For the fridge, remove all items and wipe down surfaces with a mix of baking soda and warm water or a homemade cleaner of hot water, vinegar, and lemon essential oil. Clean the exterior and door seals with warm soapy water.

Living Room

The living room often requires a thorough clean, especially after heavy use. Dust lights, ceiling fans, door frames, vents, and skirting boards. Clean couches and chairs by dusting and using a carpet cleaning machine with an upholstery attachment for deeper cleaning.

Remove books and knick-knacks from shelves, wipe surfaces with a damp cloth, and consider donating items you no longer use. Vacuum thoroughly to keep rugs clean and free of allergens and dust. For stained carpets or rugs, consider professional cleaning annually to maintain freshness.

Kids’ Playroom

In the kids’ playroom, manage the vast number of toys by doing a major cull of items your children have outgrown. This makes it easier for them to find what they love and simplifies tidying up.

Wash remaining toys with warm soapy water. Dust inside cupboards and toy boxes, and wipe down outer surfaces with a damp cloth. Sweep and vacuum the floor to finish up.

Laundry Room

Begin by cleaning ceiling vents, lights, and switches. Dust behind and under your washing machine and dryer. Clean your dryer vent and the inside of your washing machine. To refresh your washing machine, clean out the filters, then run a hot cycle with half a cup of baking soda and two cups of vinegar in the detergent tray.

Clean windows and blinds with warm soapy water, and mop the floor to complete the job.

Last Words

Cleaning your home room by room makes the daunting task much more manageable. With these detailed steps, you can ensure every part of your home is fresh and inviting. For more cleaning tips and home decor inspiration, visit our blog at Homebliss and explore a wealth of ideas to keep your home beautiful.

Happy cleaning!