Tips for House Keeping I'm a little new at this?

Question

I have recently started cleaning houses as a part time Job on the side.

I really want to Impress people any tips on cleaning and any secrets you have.I really find it hard to get rid of that ring inside toilets and if you have tips that would be great.Thanks in advance.

Answer 1

Personally, I think you can impress people with your knowledge and your skill. :)

-- Take a moment to ask about or identify the materials you're cleaning.  Is the flooring real hardwood or vinyl?  Is the bathroom tile porcelain or linoleum squares?  Are the countertops a natural or synthetic stone?  Bleach, for example, is really bad when used on some common surfaces, but for others it's the ideal disinfectant.

-- Knowing the materials (and causes of stains in many cases) and using the right method will result in a better clean.

I think it's great that you want to impress your clients!  I look at keeping a home as caring for what's inside it...regular and proper cleaning is part of that.

There are a TON of experts out there (books, web, magazines) who can provide the education.  You will find a mix of their advice works in every situation.  Even some of the folks here are even more thorough/anal than anyone I know.  Lol.  Good luck!!

Answer 2

The ring is usually created by a hard water, so try Lime-Away cleaner. Pour it over the ring and close the lid for 10 minutes. After that scrub it with the toilet brush.

Answer 3

I clean a house part-time for extra money... One of the BEST things I use and have many of are MICROFIBER CLEANING cloths.. You can find them most anywhere.  For under $20 I got a 25 pack... They are terrific at wiping up spills, and especially doing windows no streaks or lint!  They are reuseable.. So, I don't use a ton of paper towels...!  

*Just wash (no fabric softner/or dryer sheets)...

Go to cleaning product website and register.. SCJOHNSON.COM the makers of WINDEX, PLEDGE, SCRUBBNG BUBBLES etc.. sign-up and get money saving coupons... I buy my cleaning products in BULK from Bj's this last trip I used coupons and SAVED more than I spent!  PLUS I got the extra large containers.... I got 4 extra large cans of PLEDGE for $2, Windex the gallon + the refill bottle- $2... 3 extra large cans of scrubbing bubbles for $3!  So, I spent $35 on EVERYTHING!  I shop at Bj's Wholesale where they have their own coupons you can combine with manufacturers.....

I have a bottle of cheap shampoo... I use to clean the toilet.... It works pretty well.. It's biodegradeable, and helps remove soap scum and residues... It also smells nice and fresh... I use it as an in-between deep cleanings...

Also, try denture tablets to clean the limescale ring.. Just pop acouple in the toilet and let them fizz!  

Answer 4

Things You’ll Need:

basket or bucket

cleaning products

sponges

rags

paper towels

towels

Step1

BATHROOM -

Keep a container of disinfectant wipes under each bathroom sink. Each day, perhaps after your shower, use a wipe to clean off the sinks, counters and toilet bowl. This keeps the bathroom tidy all week.

Spray down the shower walls, tub, counters and toilet, let the cleaner sit while you empty trash cans and hang towels. Then go back and wipe everything down and clean the mirrors.

Using shower cleaner, spray your shower daily, to help keep it clean. The steam from your shower will help to loosen dirt, making it easier to clean.

Try wiping down your glass shower with your bath mat when you finish showering to head off water spots.

Use a dirty towel on the floor of the shower to keep your footing and avoid injury.

Keep a squeegee handy to clean the walls down after the shower.

Clean the toilet, sink & mirror while your kids are in the bath. This saves time as you need to be present while your kids bathe anyway.

Designate a drawer, basket or container for hair brushes, scrunchies and barrettes.

Put hair dryers, curling irons and hair straighteners out of sight when you are finished using them.

Step2

KITCHEN -

Use baking soda to clean the kitchen cabinets and counters. The stove and refrigerator will come out sparkling.

Do a quick mop or floor wipe down daily to make it easier to do your weekly mop.

If you use a dishwasher, load dishes as you use them. Don't allow your sink to become full of dishes.

If you have pets, especially those that shed, use a hand held vacuum or sweeper to suck up animal hair before sweeping. Sweeping doesn't collect animal hair, it simply moves it around.

Change your kitchen cleaning rag daily. Be sure to rinse and wring it out well after each use and hang it to dry. A sour cleaning rag can cause an awful smell.

Toss your dish cleaning sponge into the dishwasher on the top rack.

Step3

QUICKIE TIPS -

Play "Beat the Clock" by setting a timer for 15 minutes. See how much you can accomplish in this amount of time.

When you clean for 10 or 15 minutes, as opposed to an hour or more, cleaning doesn't seem overwhelming. Turn some music on and do this a few times a day so everything gets done. Choose CD's instead of the radio to keep you on track, no commercial interruptions makes it easier to keep the beat while cleaning.

Keep a supply of cleaning products in each bathroom and in the kitchen. Store these in buckets or baskets with a handle to make them easy to pick up and set down as you clean.

When you are cleaning windows, wipe up and down on the inside and back and forth on the outside. If there are any streaks you will be able to see which side needs to be redone.

Step4

Clean all rooms from top to bottom and left to right. This method makes it difficult to miss anything.

Keep a stock of small bags in the same room as the cat litter box. Whenever the box needs scooping the bags are right there, no need to go get one.

Keep a few extra trash bags in the bottom of your trash cans. When you pull out the full bag, a new bag will be waiting for you.

Save time and aggravation by connecting a long extension cord to your vacuum cleaner. You can vacuum your entire house (or one floor if you have multiple levels) without having to unplug it for each room. If the kitchen, for example, is the center of your house, use a kitchen outlet to reach all of your rooms.

Keep a supply of cotton swabs your cleaning supplies. There is always some corner that your rag or sponge won't reach, such as that "gunk" that gets around the edge of the bathroom sink. Cotton swabs are small enough to get that job done.

Step5

Do It Now - Put things back, rinse out that dirty dish, put shoes where they belong, and so on. When you think to yourself, "I'll do that later" you may find yourself in a panic later when you are running behind and so many things are not done.

Throw a load of clothes into the washing machine before you start the coffee pot. Set a timer so you won't forget to put them in the dryer.

Put in a load of laundry or run the dishwasher while cleaning other areas of the house. You will have accomplished more in a shorter period of time.

Step6

BEFORE BED -

Empty the sink, wash dirty dishes and wipe it all down. Getting up to dirty dishes is always unpleasant.

Before heading off to bed at night, check that the bathroom has towels hung, toothbrushes are put away, and give the sink a quick wipe down.

Do a 5 minute sweep of the living room. Grab a basket and pick up any stray toys, laundry, dishes, and reading materials. Put them away, or at the very least, gather them all in a basket for tomorrow's clean up

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For the toilet

Start after the last toilet use of the night to ensure baking soda has time to settle.

Clean the Bowl ~ Clean the ins

Answer 5

This may sound a little outdated but pick up a copy of Tips from Eloise or whatever the heck it's called.

Answer 6

FIRST YOU USE A PLUNGER TO MAKE THE WATER GO DOWN. THEN YOU CAN USE A PUMICE STONE ON THE RING  

Answer 7

cleanser will get rid of the ring