6 steps to make and master a home cleaning routine

Need help tackling the mess?

Cleaning can often seem like a daunting and never-ending task...

But believe it or not, a schedule can help to make keeping your house clean a whole lot easier!

Here are a few tips to help you create a cleaning schedule that works for you.

Create a breakdown of your tasks. If you're not sure where to begin, start by walking around your apartment to create a list of chores that need to be completed.

For Example:

If you're looking at your bedroom, a list of chores could look like this:

1. Fold laundry

2. Clean sheets

3. Vacuum floors

4. Tidy up side table

You can also break down your tasks based on cleaning frequency. For example: daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly tasks.

Depending on where you spend most of your time, it's a good idea to prioritize which areas need to be cleaned on a more regular basis.

Sometimes areas that you spend more time in can get messy a lot faster. Or maybe you'd like to keep specific areas of your home clean for your own needs or enjoyment — for example, your study space or living room.

Do you prefer to tidy up a bit each day? Or do have the most energy tackling your house chores all at once? Pick a routine that works with your existing schedules and best suits your individual cleaning style.

Create a schedule based on your preferred routine and cleaning style.

For example, if you prefer to clean a little bit each day, your schedule could look something like this:

If you prefer to tackle large sections of your home at once, you may decide to allot certain days to specific areas of your home.

Turning your schedule into a routine and habit takes time, and once you've stuck to your schedule for some time, it gets a lot easier. Set goals for yourself to stick to your schedule for a few weeks, and remember to reward yourself to keep up your motivation.

It can take time to find a routine and schedule that works best for you. Don't be hard on yourself if you don't stick to your current schedule, or forget to complete a task.

You might need to re-evalaute your schedule if you find things aren't quite working out. Try out different methods and schedules until you find one that works best, and then keep at it!