Home Style Decorating

1. Don’t put it down, put it away.
A lot of our time is spent with putting things away, so to minimize it, don’t put things down, instead put them away right away.

2. Clean as needed.
By cleaning as needed, your home will stay clean longer and your cleaning time will be minimized.

3. Pick up as you go.
Make every trip through the house worth something by bringing items from one room to the next. A lot of cleaning can be done in just 60 seconds.

4. Clean when you see it.
Clean as you soon as you see the smudges and spots and you’ll be amazed at how clean your wall paint stays and how long your wood work looks good.

5. Buy good cleaning products.
Stock your home with good cleaning products so that you’ll be motivated to clean, besides, the cleaning products will do more wonders than an old shirt and water.

6. Assign an entry point.
Assign an entry point for the family where everyone leaves dirty shoes, books, and purses. This place can be spruced up with hooks for keys, purses, jackets, shelves for mail and a trash can. This will keep the clutter in one place and you’ll find your keys and purse in one place when you’re ready to leave.

7. Everyone helps.
Everyone in the family will have to chip in with the cleaning and everyone should have an assigned duty to fulfill.

8. Leave shoes at the door.
Leaving the shoes at the door will not only prolong the life of your carpet, it keeps them cleaner longer. Keeping your shoes confined to the entry doors will also help keep unwanted chemicals, bacteria (from pet waste, public restrooms), dust and dirt out of the house.

9. Create a cleaning schedule.
Keeping a cleaning schedule will keep you on your toes and your house will stay cleaner easier and longer.

10. Declutter.
Every home has junk and it should go or else it will accumulate and accumulate.

Following these simple and easy tips will make your home cleaner for a longer period of time and your cleaning hours will be minimized.

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