With work, commute, daily chores, and family time, what you get is probably less than 30 minutes a day for cleaning your home. But as the best home cleaning services in Dubai, we say that is more than enough to at least keep your home tidy. Of course, you could also hire professional house cleaning services once in a while, but this is what you can do. 

Key Highlights

• The 10-minute daily tidy-up, along with the one-touch rule, is perfect for quick cleans
• Use old socks as a dusting mitt
• Vinegar + water and lemon juice are both effective all-purpose cleaners
• Simple kitchen hacks can help clean appliances easily
• Washing machines can be cleaned easily every month with an empty cycle.

The quickest daily cleaning routines

You’ll see a substantial difference in your home if you just follow the following two principles, which many people in online cleaning discussions swear by. 

10-minute daily tidy-up method

Yes, you can dedicate just 10 minutes each day, and cleaning becomes 10 times easier. Put an alarm at the same time each day for these 10 minutes. What you need to do is just put items back in their place, organize clutter, and wipe surfaces. 

Put a 10-minute timer on your phone. Remember, this time is not for thorough cleaning, just the easy stuff.  

One-touch rule

The idea behind the one-touch rule is that you should only touch an item once before putting it away in its proper place. So, you shouldn’t set it down somewhere to deal with it later.

For example:

• After dinner, instead of placing dirty dishes in the sink, put them directly in the dishwasher, or just wash them.
• Instead of putting dry clothes on a chair, fold them immediately and put them in the cupboard. 

Yes, the one-touch rule needs a huge mindset shift, but it works well. But if this is too time-consuming, a daily maid service is totally worth it for your home. 

Common household items for cleaning

Using household items saves money. But it also saves your family from harsh chemicals and makes you feel more eco-concious. 

Repurpose old socks

You can use old cotton socks as a dusting mitt. Slip one over your hand to clean glass surfaces, baseboards, or anywhere that dust accumulates. The thick cotton fabric traps dust easily.

White vinegar + water combo as a cleaning solution

Combine equal parts of white vinegar and water. White vinegar prevents stains. Acetic acid in vinegar melts dirt and deposits. It works well with countertops and glass. It cleans only acid-soluble messes, though, and doesn’t work on grease.

Lemon juice for hard water stains

Citric acid in lemon removes hard water stains. Spray it, let it sit for 20 minutes, then scrub and wipe.

Time-saving kitchen cleaning hacks

The following are some quick tips to clean kitchen appliances that we tell our customers after our professional deep cleaning session:

• Blender: Rinse your blender after using it. Add some warm water and a drop of dishwashing liquid. Run it for a few seconds, then rinse again. 
• Microwave: Stir two tablespoons of baking soda in some water and place it inside the microwave. Heat it for 3 minutes. Let it sit for 10 minutes. The steam will loosen grime, which u can wipe off easily. 
• Fridge: If you have plastic wrap, line your refrigerator shelves with it. So if anything spills over, you can just replace this lining. 

Clean your bathroom with minimal effort 

• After your shower, use a squeegee or wiper to wipe down tiled shower walls and doors. 
• For cleaning the mirror, spray tea on the mirror and wipe with a clean cloth. The tannic acid in tea will dissolve smudges. 
• At night, put one denture tablet into the toilet. Its effervescence will break down stains while you sleep. 

Easy living room cleaning strategies 

• Use a lint roller to remove pet hair from fabric sofas and lampshades. 
• Clean ceiling fans with a vacuum cleaner that has a brush attachment.
• Rotate cushions regularly and vacuum beneath them also to prevent any uneven look.

Bedroom cleaning in less than 10 minutes

• Always start your day by making your bed. It actually makes you feel motivated too, apart from making the bedroom look organized.
• Keep a storage bin or bad under your bed to keep any seasonal items and extra linens to reduce clutter. 
• Change bedsheets or linens every week, and wash the used ones the same day you replace them. 

Quick laundry room hacks

• Place a ball of aluminium foil in he dryer to prevent clothes from sticking together. 
• Run an empty hot cycle with two cups of white vinegar and half a cup of baking soda to clean your washing machine.
• Sort your laundry every day into separate baskets.

When to hire professional cleaning services?

If your schedule leaves little room for doing all the above stuff, we highly recommend hiring the best house cleaning services in Dubai. Ecofix does this best, with eco-friendly cleaning practices and at affordable rates as well. 

FAQs

How to prevent mold growth in the bathroom?

Give proper ventilation with exhaust fans and wipe down wet surfaces after use.

What is an easy way to clean window blinds?

Use a microfiber cloth dipped in a vinegar + water solution.

How often should I clean refrigerator coils?

Clean them every 6 months to increase their lifespan.

What’s the best method to remove pet hair from carpets?

Use a rubber squeegee or a wet rubber glove to gather hair before vacuuming.

How to keep my garbage can from smelling?

Grind some citrus peels, like lemon or orange, and add them along with the garbage.