It can feel overwhelming to try to clean when your house feels like a mess or piles of laundry are adding up. Not to worry though! We have outline how to clean a messy house in one day!
We’ll also share helpful times to help you keep a clean house even when your family is living busy lives!
I think weâd all love to live in one of those picture-perfect homes we see on Instagram every day. But letâs face it â having a messy house is a fact of life for most people.
If youâre so deep in clutter and mess that you feel paralyzed, just know that youâre not alone. And know that thereâs a way out!
With this no overwhelm checklist, you can learn how to clean a messy house in one day.
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3 Tips to Get Started Cleaning
Before we can get to the nitty gritty of cleaning a disgusting house, the first step is to get organized.
That means gathering up all the supplies youâll need to start cleaning. Having everything youâll need at hand will make things move much more smoothly.
Why? Because you wonât have to stop what youâre doing to find the supplies you need every time you move on to a new task.
1. Get Together Your Supplies
- Empty laundry basket or box
- Trash bags
- Vacuum
- Bucket
- Mop
- Microfiber cloth
- Paper towels
- Multipurpose cleaner
- Glass cleaner
- Wood cleaner
- Bathroom cleaner
- Rubber gloves
2. Ask the Whole Family to Pitch In
One way to clean a messy house in one day is to ask for help! Encourage your kids and spouse to help clean up their own areas.
3. Turn On Something Fun to Listen To
Once you have all your cleaning supplies and family together, the next step is to put on some music or favorite TV show! This makes cleaning a little more fun.
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How to Clean a Messy House in One Day
Now that youâre ready to start cleaning, the question is â where to start?
If youâre paralyzed by the mess, getting started is usually the hardest part. So, if you feel like every room in your house is disgusting, just pick a room! We like to do the hardest room first then the rest of the house.
You could also follow this room-by-room checklist to see everything you need to do to transform your messy house in one day.
Bathroom
Declutter the room.
Grab your trash bag and empty basket and toss everything that doesnât belong in the room into one or the other.
Empty the hamper.
Remove the clothes from the bathroom hamper and place some of them in the washing machine to wash as you clean.
Pretreat Tough Areas
Spray the toilet, bathtub, and sink with cleaning solution. Allow the solution to soak for a few minutes to make it easier to scrub off grime and soap scum.
Clean the vanity.
Clean the bathroom mirror with glass cleaner, then scrub the countertop. Wipe down the faucet and sink bowl. Then, wipe off the outside of the cabinets and drawers.
Scrub the shower and tub.
Wipe down the area with a damp cleaning cloth or sponge, making sure to clean the faucet, shower head, and handles.
Clean the toilet.
Wipe the outside of the toilet and seat with a paper towel. Then, use a toilet brush to scrub the bowl.
Vacuum the floor.
Use the wand attachment to clean behind the toilet and vanity, then vacuum the rest of the bathroom floor. After that, mop the floor.
Master Bedroom
Clear out the clutter.
Transfer your basket and trash bag to your first bedroom. Toss all the trash in the bag.
If any of the clutter from the bathroom belongs in this room, put it where it goes. Then, toss everything that doesnât belong in the bedroom in the basket.
Organize bedroom clutter.
Once you have all the extra stuff taken care of, start sorting, and organizing everything thatâs left.
Take off all bedding.
Remove the sheets from the bed and put them on the floor outside the room. If your comforter or other blankets need to be washed, place those in the floor, too.
When youâre finished cleaning the room, take all the bedding to the laundry room and start a new load in the washer.
Dust all the surfaces.
Use a microfiber cloth to dust all the flat surfaces in the room, then move on to the light fixture, trim, and baseboards.
Vacuum the floor.
Use the upholstery attachment to clean the window treatments and upholstered furniture. After that, use the crevice attachment to reach into all the hard-to-reach spots. Finish by vacuuming the floor.
Make the bed.
Put a set of fresh sheets on the bed.
Mop the floor.
If you have a hard floor in your bedroom, mop the floor before moving on to the next room.
Repeat in remaining bedrooms.
Follow the same checklist in each bedroom. Donât forget to check your clutter basket in each room to see if anything belongs in the room youâre cleaning!
Living Areas
Clear out the clutter.
Scan the room for trash and throw it all in the trash bag. Then, sort through the items in your basket to see if anything in there belongs in the living room. After that, toss everything that doesnât belong in the room into the basket.
Sort and organize.
After you have the clutter that doesnât belong removed from the room, sort through everything thatâs left & put it where it belongs.
Dust the surfaces.
Start dusting at the top of the room, like the high trim and light fixture, and work your way down. Carefully, wipe down wall art and clean glass with a glass cleaner. Move your dĂ©cor and nick knacks around as youâre dusting, and wipe them off as you go.
Grab your vacuum.
Clean the window treatments and furniture with the upholstery attachment. Then, switch to the crevice attachment to clean in hard-to-reach areas. Finish by vacuuming the floor. If the flooring in your room isnât carpet, grab your mop and give the floor a quick cleaning.
Wash blankets and/or pillows if needed.
If you have any blankets or throw pillows in the room that need to be washed, take them to the laundry room and start a new load in the washer.
Kitchen
Clean up clutter.
Throw away all the trash on your counters and floor. Then, take a look in the room to see if anything doesnât belong. Put all the kitchen items that are in the basket where they go, then toss all the extra clutter from the kitchen into the basket.
Organize and put away.
Put all the extra clutter that belongs in the kitchen where it goes.
Clean dishes.
Empty your sink by filling your dishwasher and starting a cycle or wash all the dirty dishes by hand.
Clean the Kitchen Counters.
Fill the sink halfway full of hot water and add some cleaning solution or dish soap. Dip a microfiber cloth or sponge into the soap water and use it to wipe down the countertops and countertop appliances.
Wipe the cabinets.
Rinse your cleaning cloth and use the cloth to wipe down the cabinet doors.
Clean kitchen appliances.
Use your cleaning cloth to wipe down the stovetop, microwave, and refrigerator. Stuck-on messes may need a stronger cleaning solution.
Vacuum and mop.
Grab your vacuum and use the crevice attachment to clean around the edge of the room. Then, vacuum the floor and mop the kitchen floors.
Take out the trash and clutter.
Finish by taking out the trash and putting a clean bag in the trashcan. Then, take a look through whatever is left in your basket and donate the items you donât need.
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Other Areas to Clean
We like to do smaller tasks on a regular basis because a house gets dirty fast! Doing a few small things on a daily basis is the fastest way to keep a tidy home!
- Wash dishes and clear off your counters before bed each night.
- Have a drop-off place for kids’ items and a designated spot for kids’ toys.
- Place all dirty laundry in a laundry basket in either a closet or laundry room.
- Hang your clothes in your closet as you wash or wear them.
- Wipe your dining room or kitchen table clean after each dinner.
It’s also helpful to keep common areas organized! If you find you don’t have enough space often, why not look through things and donate what you don’t need! This is an easy way to give back and also keep the house clean.
Keeping the House Clean in The Future
Now that the entire house is clean, why not keep it that way? It’s easier than you think!
Doing a little bit of house cleaning a day is the best way to keep the whole house clean!
We recommend coming up with a daily cleaning routine for main living areas and doing a load of laundry each day to enjoy a clean home 24/7.
It’s okay to need help! Get your family members in on the cleaning schedule.
Dividing up the cleaning tasks is an easy way to keep a clean home without spending much time on it!
Even young kids can be involved by putting up their toys! Older kids can help dust surfaces, wash and fold clean clothes, and keep their room tidy.
Spouses could help with the the tougher tasks like a cleaning dishes in a messy kitchen or organizing the home.
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