With the holidays fast approaching, I'm getting ready to give my house a good and thorough deep cleaning— you never know when family or friends will stop by to pay a visit! I figure if I can get on top of my holiday cleaning game now, it will be one more thing that I can scratch off my never ending to-do list.
Besides what I call "typical everyday cleaning", I'm going deep in the baseboards and crevices to get my home in tip-top order. I always feel so much better after a deep house cleaning, almost as if a huge weight has been lifted off of me. Can you relate?
Here are just a few of my deep cleaning tips to get your home ready for the holidays.
Put mats and throw rugs at all entryways. If your home doesn't have a rug in every room, get one. This is in addition to maps at each entry point of your home. Once you add rugs and mats, you're cleaning schedule will diminish dramatically! For a deep clean, steam clean larger area rugs and throw smaller mats in the washing machine (make sure to beat them outside first to get out the dirt).
Clean out your refrigerator to make room for holiday goodies and leftovers. Remove all of the contents of your fridge and freezer (one at a time). Discard everything that has met its expiration date. Thoroughly clean all the shelves and wipe down bottles and jars before returning items to the refrigerator/freezer. Smile.
Remove necessary items from your countertops (your kitchen will immediately look cleaner!). Go through your kitchen, cabinet by cabinet, and donate or sell any appliances and kitchen tools that you haven't used in the last 6 months to a year. Then remove everyday appliances from the counters and store them away until ready to use. Give counters a good cleaning, and then step back and marvel at your clean kitchen!
Be sure to aim high and low! Dust all of your vents, corners, ledges and around ceiling fans and fixtures. Go higher or lower than you normally clean to get to the level of deep clean. For our home, this means getting on a ladder and dusting off high ledges and the tops of ceiling fans. Baseboards are a given, too. This would also be a good time to replace your air filter(s).
Vacuum carpets, floors and baseboards. Keeping on top of your carpets and floors is essential if you want a clean home. Make sure you have a vacuum that can pick up even the smallest particles, like the Eureka® Brushroll Clean™ vacuum. Eureka has a new patented Brushroll Clean Technology® that will help you say good-bye to the tangled brushroll! As a house with pets, this feature is ideal for vacuuming up pet hair and dander, reducing allergens.
Even if your carpets or floors don't look dirty, it doesn't mean that they aren't. My carpets looked clean when I used the Eureka® Brushroll Clean vacuum for the first time. When I went to empty the canister, after vacuuming the entire house, I was shocked to see much dirt and dust! The SuctionSeal® Technology concentrates airflow for deep cleaning suction power. It is also engineered with AirSpeed Technology® that increases the amount of airflow for a more powerful suction.
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Margaret Smith says
I like to put all my cleaning supplies in a handled bucket and carry the bucket with me room to room. Much easier having everything I need in the bucket to help me clean.
Dorothy Deakyne says
keep a bottle of windex hand to keep stains out of clothers
Jannet L. says
I like to keep cleaning wipes near the bathroom sink vanities. If you wipe the sink bowls and counter tops daily, you'll have a much easier quick cleaning sessions. A stitch in time saves nine, so to speak. 😉
Tim A says
My first suggestion is to teach your kids to help clean up after themselves. My boys are the messy kids in the world but when they help clean it makes my life that much easier. For deep cleaning, I always recommend having carpet and clothes spot remover handy at all times.
Tina W says
Keep some rags and a mild cleaning solution at various places around the house so you can get on spills and stains immediately.
Amy Pratt says
I like using a steam mop to really clean those floors without chemicals.
Adrienne Gordon says
Tub cleaning for laundry is key each month.
Kristin Goodson says
My deep cleaning tip is to make sure you are using the vacuum and other products the correct way! Some of them require different instructions/uses for different floor types. I would dust first then do the floors and work your way up!
Crystal F says
I really don't have a deep clean tip but I could use all the tips I can get. lol I do like to use a dryer sheet to dust with though. It picks up everything including dog hair. Thank you!
Sandy Klocinski says
Get stains out of your microfiber couch with rubbing alcohol.
jules m. says
tackle one room at a time instead of trying to clean the whole house in one day and overwhelming yourself
Debbi Wellenstein says
I am the last person to be asking for cleaning tips! My house is always comfortably disheveled!
karenb says
My deep cleaning tip is to do some cleaning everyday to keep up with it, I try to dust and sweep everyday, and once a month I dust all the picture frames and window blinds so that it doesn't build up,
Thomas Murphy says
I clean a little every day so it does not get out of control.
Denise S says
Have a daily cleaning routine to keep on top of things, so that messes and dirt don't build up.
Julie Wood says
I use a vacuum that has a good filter to help vacuum up all the dirt and dog hair, and I spot clean spills right away so they do not become permanent, and I make sure to to do this at least 3 times a week.
Tari Lawson says
My best deep cleaning tip is to take the cushions off your sofa/chairs and vacuum all the crevices.
beth shepherd says
My best cleaning tip is to do a little at a time and don't let it overtake you.
amanda sakovitz says
clean one room at a time
Dawn Monroe says
My tip is to clean up wet spills as soon as they happen. I also like to go over the floor twice for extra cleaning. The best tip is to have a powerful vacuum.
Heather Hayes Panjon says
My Cleaning Tip Is To Deep Clean One Room A Day And Spend About 5 Mins In The Other Rooms.
Bridgett Wilbur says
My best hand on knees cleaning tip is too clean on your hand and knees with clorax.
Steven weber says
Make sure you pre-treat all stains with something like a SPOT-SHOT or something.
Ty says
I clean a little bit each day so the weekends don't require so much work, also, long term deep cleaning happens during season changes because we clean a bit daily so nothing sets in.
Karla R. says
I love clorox wipes its an easy way to get rid of germs!
Richard Hicks says
My favorite bathroom tip is to have everyone wife the tub dry after bathing. Prevents buildup!
Cheryl says
Vacuum regularly so deep cleaning isn't required as often or as hard to do.
Elena says
my tip is to use powerful vacuum
Danielle Marie says
dont let it sit and clean it as soon as it happens.
Ashley C says
I like the ole when you are in a room, pick something up. Even if you are just walking through. It really has made a difference in keeping my house clean!
Julie Wood says
My best cleaning tip is to use a good vacuum with a filter that can get up all the dirt and crumbs and hair and do this every day.
nickie says
clean one room at a time, so you don't get overwhelmed
Brittney House says
I like to use rubbing alcohol to get out tough stains.
Monique Rizzo says
I hire somebody to do it LOL!! Thank you for the chance.
amanda sakovitz says
vacuum at the end
Lisa Davis says
Let the dog clean up food spills
Susan Christy says
Clean up messes right away!!
mita says
Vacuum regularly, one room at a time
Julie Wood says
I make sure to keep spills cleaned up right away, and to vacuum every day to keep the rugs clean.
nickie says
My cleaning tip is clean up spills right away
Stephanie Phelps says
My best deep cleaning tip would be to spot treat right away and vacuum well!
Katherine says
Everything has a place and a place for everything
Elena says
my tip is to clean as soon as you see the dirt
Julie Wood says
My best deep cleaning tip is to spot treat carpet stains with a good spot remover!
nickie says
Vinegar and water is a great cleaning solution
Brandy c says
My best cleaning tip is to pretreat any stains.
stephen radford says
do a little each day so it never piles up
Kimberly Hilbert says
I have a 3 bathrooms in my house. Each bathroom has it's own supplies. That way is more efficient.
Jennifer Reed says
I agree that it is easier to keep supplies available on each floor of your house for quicker cleaning.
mita says
I use a steam mop to for quick cleaning.
Tabathia B says
I always keep stain removal on hand and when needed soak the spot and blot with towel
Susan Chester says
If I spill something on my carpet I put down a towel to absorb the liquid right away.
Elena says
using steam cleaner works good for deep cleaning
Kyl Neusch says
using a steam mop to clean those floors
Julie Wood says
I tip is to clean all the dog hair off the carpet before shampooing the rug. The dog hair will clog the shampooer and make it not work!
nickie says
Pretreat any stains.
Dave Stephenson says
keep those old towels to use as cleaning rags
Stephanie Liske says
I think what's best is to just clean the carpets every day.
Heather Dawn says
I clean with baking soda and vinegar! It gets is a really good cleaner. I even use it to clean my oven out.
Elena says
my tip is to use a powerful vacuum cleaner
Kate Newton says
My mom and I had our own house cleaning business for several years that was called 'Mop Squad'. Having been in the cleaning business for so long, my best deep cleaning tip would be to ALWAYS start at the top. You'd be shocked at how many people sweep/mop/vacuum first when that's the opposite of what you're supposed to do. Start at the ceiling and work your way down. Webster, Swiffer with a wet washcloth attached to it to do your walls (works like a charm!), THEN hit your mirrors, cupboards, picture frames, etc. Just remember..top to bottom! Thanks so much for the opportunity to win!
Kimberly Hilbert says
My best deep cleaning tip would be to take your time.
Julie Wood says
Use a Steam Mop to help clean floors.
Karla R. says
I like to use dish soap for tought stains.
Carolyn Gonzalez says
Use baking soda to get tough stain out fro tile
Robin says
I use a steam mop to cleen my bathroom and kitchen floors.
nickie says
I clean a little every day so it does not get out of control.
Kathleen says
I use vinegar to clean.
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Linda says
Don't let the mess and dirt accumulate to the point where it's overwhelming. Clean a bit daily.
Cindy says
I clean the whole room before I start on the next room.
Deb C says
My tip is to seriously use your vacuum attachments like the crevice tool. It is fantastic for cleaning the floor where it meets the baseboard and so many other tiny places.
Julie Wood says
My best deep cleaning tip for getting dog hairs off the couch is to use a rubber gloves. You rub the glove over the hair and it comes right off.
Elle P. says
My best tip is to get the family involved and clean to MUSIC. It helps.
nickie says
Use baking soda on suborn stains
Dawn Monroe says
My tip is to clean spills as soon as they happen and have supplies ready to go in one area.
Tara says
Make everyone in the family help!
Lisa Davis says
Have your dog lick your dishes clean
Courtnie Miller says
Listen to music while cleaning. It makes it more fun to do.
Tabathia B says
11/9 pretreat stains immediately before stains set
Tracy Shafer says
I use bleach for the bathroom to get things really white
Vera says
I clean something every time I enter a room. It's not really a tip but more of an OCD thing.
Heather Hayes Panjon says
My Best Cleaning Tip Is To Deep Clean One Room A Day.
Julie Wood says
Make sure to vacuum every day when there is a mess instead of letting it pile up.
nickie says
Disinfecting wipes is great for quick clean up.
Jennifer Dunaway says
I use the broom to keep the base boards clean. I just sweep it off each time I sweep the floors.
Daniel M says
soda water sometimes helps
carol w says
My tip is to do just one room at a time. gettting one room done and workoing through the house works best for me. thanks
Carolyn Daley says
Start from the top and work your way down so if you knock dirt know you are not recleaning any of the same surfaces.
joe gersch says
my tip is to use stain remover before cleaning
Julie Wood says
Make sure to have all of your Holiday baking supplies in one spot so you do not have to search for it when making Thanksgiving dinner.
Erica B. says
Schedule a room to be deep cleaning once a month and take some time out to really scrub.
Christina Sparks says
Put baking soda on the stain and cover it up overnight and then vacuum.
Heather Hayes Panjon says
My Cleaning Tip Is To Vacuum Daily.
Michelle W says
My cleaning tip is pet related. I brush my dogs and cats daily to keep as much hair as I can from getting on the floors and furniture. Makes regular cleaning a lot easier.
Joann F says
I try not to let things clutter up, easier to dust.
jules m. says
clean one room at the time, instead of trying to clean the entire house all at once
melissa resnick says
i dedicate a whole day
nickie says
Some stain removers help.
c.m says
my best cleaning tip is clean regularly.
susan smoaks says
clean a little bit each day so you don't get overwhelmed.
Susan Smith says
My deep cleaning tip is to do some cleaning everyday so it doesn't pile up.
Heather Dawn says
Cream of tartar and vinegar are good grout cleaners!
Dorothy Deakyne says
keep baby powder handy for pick up spills on carpet
Kathleen says
Clean up a little each day.
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Kate Newton says
Like I said in my first comment, suggest just cleaning top to bottom. Start by webstering the ceiling and work your way down to the baseboards! Thanks for the opportunity to win! I've always wanted a Eureka vacuum because we live one city away from Eureka, California. 🙂 11/11
Peggy Rydzewski says
Turn on the radio and dance your way though the house
Sarah C says
My best cleaning tip is to always have Clorox disinfecting wipes on hand! I use them everyday.
Tracy Shafer says
I use vinager and water for the windows
Laurie Emerson says
My best tip is to use a little bit of baking soda on those deep stains on carpets.
Stacey b says
My tip is to keep a bottle of All Purpose cleaner nearby. It can be used for many different cleaning jobs!
Kimberly Hilbert says
My best deep cleaning tip is to make sure you have enough time to complete the cleaning. No skimping on steps.
Donna says
I keep a cleaning bucket on every floor - I tend to use it more often if its handy.
Karen Drake says
My tip is to put things away right after you are done using them.
Amanda Sakovitz says
Use cleaning wipes
nickie says
Soak stains or pretreat before washing
jules m. says
concentrate on one small area and clean it really well, rather than attempting to clean the whole house at once
Sherry Conrad says
If you keep your clutter to a minimum, cleaning is a whole lot easier.
Laura Johnson says
Do 2 deep clean things a day as to not get overwhelmed.
Dierdra Byrd says
use a spot remover before trying to clean the carpets
kim parrott says
It's less overwhelming to clean as you go so deep cleaning isn't as necessary - but when it is, take your time and complete the task methodically. Slow and steady will do it.
Tim D says
my best tip is to take your time and make sure you get it all.Don't get overwhelmed
Trisha McKee says
My best tip? Scrub hard. I just find that deep cleaning requires some tough work.
Tracy Shafer says
I use baking soda on my counters to get the stains out
Dorothy Deakyne says
keep dawn soap next to washer for stains
Vikki Billings says
My tip for deep cleaning is to do one room per day, this way you are not in a hurry to get to the next room. You can take your time and make sure that you get every part of the room you are working in.
Kathleen says
Clean one room per day.
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Aaron B says
My best deep cleaning tip is to not let things get messy enough to need deep cleaning. Just do a bit of cleaning every day and it will make everything easier!
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Amy Deeter says
take your time and also one room at a time
Christian Alejandro says
Pre treat to get better results.
Coffeebarlaw says
Always pre-treat, and sprinkle baking soda on areas with odor then vacuum up! Gets rid of offensive smells
Laurie Emerson says
My best cleaning tip is to have a couple of water spritz bottles with water and baking soda mixed together. They help absorb just about any stain.
Tracy Shafer says
I soak a mixture of of bleach and water and soak the tub with it.
Sand says
Clean from top to bottom. Vacuum after you dust.