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Here’s the good news – it can be done. So, this summer, throw open your curtains
and let the sun shine in because cleaning doesn’t have to be another dreaded
chore if you keep in mind a few easy tips.
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Spread out the work.
Nothing can blow good intentions like insurmountable tasks. It’s important not to bite off more than you can chew when it comes to cleaning the whole house. In other words, don’t clean up the entire house. Divide your home into zones and attack them one at a time. Instead of trying to tear through your entire home in a day, spend a week devoted to one zone of your home, such as the kitchen. After the week is over, move on to the next zone.
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Set priorities.
Health and safety come first. Prioritize your cleaning projects that will
make your family and home more comfortable and healthier. For instance,
consider replacing any chemical-filled household cleaners with natural,
multipurpose cleaners. This could include using half vinegar and half water
for cleaning glass or using baking soda and water for an inexpensive and
chemical-free way to scrub bathtubs and sinks.
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It’s also important to protect against the dust, pollen and dander that can
cause poor indoor air quality and aggravate allergies or asthma. Installing
a whole-home air filtration system, such as the
American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning AccuClean, will eliminate up
to 99.98 percent of these airborne particles from the filtered air in your house. It will also help you spend less time cleaning this summer and throughout the year so you can spend more time enjoying your family!
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Stay on task.
This tip is probably the most difficult one for any homeowner to stick with,
but it’s vital if anything is ever going to be accomplished. Set aside a
chunk of time to do some cleaning tasks and then keep working. Distractions,
of course, are inevitable. But take measures to prevent them as much as
possible. Don’t answer the phone, refrain from checking e-mails, or put on a
movie for the kids so that you can have at least one or two uninterrupted
hours.
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Seek help.
Nothing saves time better than increasing your workforce. Pick up the phone
and invite some friends over for a house cleaning party. After all, it’s
always more fun to clean up someone else’s home. You provide the food and
drinks, and your friends can help you attack a cleaning project. Turning
cleaning into a friendly project will not only help you get the work done,
it will make it fun. Of course, keep in mind your friends will likely ask
you to return the favor!
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Finally, if you really want to de-clutter your home, hold a garage or yard
sale and turn your trash into someone else’s treasure. And remember, this
summer, no matter what your schedule, there is always time to create the
home that you desire.
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