Though we like our home neat and tidy, we kind of hate doing our chores. Most of us have a busy schedule and when the weekend finally comes, we hate to end it by completing our chores. Therefore, this blog is there to help you cross off at least a few big items off your regular to-do list. Here is a list of quite a few household tasks that should only be done once every 12 months. Next time after you’ve accomplished them, you won’t have to worry about them until the next year.
Shampoo Carpets and Rugs
Carpets and rugs are seen in most households. If you clean them occasionally, here is some advice. The carpets and rugs in your house need to be shampooed and deep cleaned once a year only. You can often vacuum it to remove dirt and dust particles. However, when it comes to deep cleaning, do it annually. Make sure to avoid any spills and if there are one, clean them as soon as you spot them. Also, nowadays, you can hire a professional carpet cleaner to properly shampoo and wash them. Summer is the best time to accomplish this household chore.
Clean Behind Appliances
We usually clean the outer surface of electronic appliances now and then. Nevertheless, we tend to ignore the dirt accumulating behind them in the enclosed space. If you see at the back of your oven, refrigerator or washing machine, you will be surprised at how much dust they have collected. Though it makes some time to clean those places, one a year is enough for them. However, make sure to get help from family members while doing so. You should also disconnect your electronic appliances before cleaning them. Winter/Spring is the best time to accomplish this household chore.
Dry Clean Curtains and Drapes
Are you procrastinating on when to clean those curtains in your home? If so, just wash them now, and you don’t have to worry about a whole year. Curtains are heavier than your usual laundry, so it is advisable to dry-clean them professionally. However, you can clean the curtain rod, window frames and window pane from time to time. If you have blinds, you have to dust them on a monthly basis. Spring is the best time to accomplish this household chore.
Deep Clean Upholstered Furniture
Upholstered furniture is those with a soft and padded covering. You can simply vacuum this furniture using a brush attachment. If they have stains, you can move on to any cleaning solution. Also, you can hire a professional to shampoo and wash them depending on your budget. Remember that it is only an annual task. Summer or autumn is the best time to accomplish this household chore.
Clean and Polish Outdoor Furniture
Outdoor furniture is the one that collect most of the dust and dirt in the whole house. You can wipe and vacuum them once a month. However, in the case of deep cleaning, once a year is enough. Wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in a mild solution of liquid soap and water if you have wood furniture. You can use a strong mixture of water and dishwashing liquid or any other detergent in case of plastic or cane outdoor furniture. Spring is the best time to accomplish this household chore.
Regardless of how you feel about household chores, I think we can all agree that the process of cleaning should be completed in a timely manner. If you have young children, you don’t want to drag out the process of cleaning for too long—after all, toddlers are fairly clever at getting into trouble. So let’s go ahead and discuss some house chores that need our attention every once in a while.
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