Whether you are planning to host a small birthday party or a grand Christmas celebration at home, you have to clean all rooms, important spots and germ-laden areas before the arrival of your guests.
Cleaning may seem tedious, but it can leave a great impression on your guests when they see sparkling clean carpets, well-vacuumed upholstery furniture and a beautifully-organised living area.
That’s why most people spruce up their homes during or before the festive season. The reason for cleaning may also differ if you are at the end of your tenancy. According to the residential tenancy laws in NSW, tenants or renters have to return the property in a pristine condition.
In that case, pay attention to property repair and maintenance and don’t forget to hire professionals for quality end of lease cleaning Newcastle. They can help you get the bond back without any dispute.
Well, if you are preparing your home for a party or any festive feast, clean these 10 spots mentioned below and make your house look clean and shiny:
1. Outdoor Porch and Stairs
Do not forget to clean the front porch, stairs and steps because the outdoor area leaves the first impression on guests. So, remove dust, dirt, and loose debris from the patio area, decks and pergolas using a broom.
Get rid of cobwebs from the door jamb and the light fixtures. Vacuum a doormat or rug and shake it out to clean it using a garden hose.
You can also hire professional
end of lease cleaners Newcastle to save time, money and energy.
2. Clean the Front Door
Yes, do not forget your front door because it is an overlooked area. To remove stubborn stains and grime, dampen a microfiber cloth with hot water and dishwashing soap solution and wipe the back and the front of your main door.
Scrub the handles to remove oily stains and other stains. If there is a glass door, spray white vinegar and warm water solution to eliminate smudges. Use a squeegee to achieve streak-free results.
3. Ceiling Fans
These are the most overlooked spots when cleaning a house. Unfortunately, ceiling fan blades accumulate a thick layer of dust that can pollute the indoor air.
So, remove the dust using an old pillowcase. This will prevent the dust from falling on the floors, furniture and carpets. Cover the cloth and wipe it. You need a ladder to reach the ceiling fan. Removing dust from different surfaces to
allergy-proof your home.
4. Walls
Remove dust, cobwebs, scuff marks and stains from your ceiling walls and corners. Use a microfiber cloth for dust and cobwebs. Mix water and baking soda, dampen the cloth and blot the affected surface. Gently scrub away the mark.
5. Windows
Clean, streak-free, shiny windows can enhance the look and feel of your abode. So, make sure you deep clean it inside and out if it is accessible. Get rid of dust, dirt and stains from the skills, frames, screen and glass. Do not forget to clean the blinds.
To clean window glass, spray the diluted vinegar solution and clean it with a cloth. Make sure you run a squeegee to remove excess water and soapy solution.
6. Kitchen Appliances
People often forget to clean the oven, microwave, coffee machine and fridge when scrubbing the tiles and floors of a kitchen. You can use the white vinegar and warm soapy water solution to eliminate grease, spills, splatters, food particles, carbon deposits and stains from your appliances.
You can also use the baking soda paste to achieve clean, sparkling and odour-free outcomes.
Pro Tip: Empty the fridge before cleaning the shelves and interior walls.
7. Carpets and rugs
Remove dust, dirt, pet hair, dead skin cells and other loose debris using a HEPA-filtered vacuum machine. Blot the surface with a damp cloth after applying white vinegar solution to remove stains. It is good to use cold water or ice when
removing blood stains from carpets.
8. Furniture
Vacuum your upholstery furniture to eliminate crumbs, dirt and pet hair embedded deep inside the fibres. Use a machine with a brush attachment or a lint roller to clean every nook and cranny. Do not forget the cushion covers.
9. Guest and Common Bathroom
Common bathroom is the most visited areas in the house, so you need to clean it before your guests arrive. Clean the showerhead, glass doors, curtains, bathtub, toilet, sink and faucets. Also, disinfect contaminated surfaces.
Do the same with the guest bathroom using safe and sound products.
10. Floors
Whether you have wooden floors or ceramic tiles, make sure you clean it thoroughly. Sweep and mop the floor- every nook and cranny, especially under the large appliances and furniture.
Conclusion
These are the 10 spots that you have to spruce up before guests arrive. Create a complete checklist and treat dust, stains and germs using products that
protect the environment from toxic chemicals. If you are moving out of a rental property, book a company that specialises in a budget-friendly end of lease cleaning Newcastle and secure your bond money.