10 Steps to a Clean Home
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10 Steps to a Clean Home.
1 If it isn't begging for attention, don't buff it.
If the dust bunnies aren't hopping out at the family and visitors, it's OK to occasionally let them be.
2 Make the most of every minute.
Find tasks that you can do simultaneously.
3 Head off housework.
Use a doormat to keep dirt outside; eat only in the kitchen or dining room.
4 Avoid interruptions.
Let voicemail take the calls until you've finished the task at hand.
5 Set realistic standards.
If you lack the time to buff your home thoroughly, adjust your expectations.
6 Call in the troops.
A family that works together has more time to play together.
7 Keep household germs in check.
Make time for bathroom and kitchen disinfecting, if nothing else.
8 Say adieu to allergens.
Vacuum frequently and wash bed linens in hot water to remove dust mites. (Read more about
getting rid of allergens here.)
9 Thin your houseplant collection.
If you enjoy indoor greenery but spend too much time maintaining it, choose a few easy-care plants and weed out the rest. (Need to find out if plants you can't kill actually even exist? Get their names
here.)
10 Make your home safe.
A clutter-free home helps prevent accidents from happening. (Here are
the 10 Essential Steps to a Safer Home
to get your started.)
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