How to clean the house: Tips and tricks to disinfect your background

Clean and disinfect home

Cleaning at home is always important, but, after the coronavirus situation, it has become accentuated even more, even going so far as to question some of our habits when cleaning the house .

Furthermore, you shouldn't clean the same way every spaces of the home, there are spaces or rooms that are more susceptible to harboring germs, and therefore need a deeper and more exhaustive disinfection.

When it's time to disinfect the house , each It has its tricks, but you have to remember the experts; in the habits, is the key so that cleaning the home does not turn into a nightmare.

I know that many of you are clear about the difference between cleaning and disinfect, but before the coronavirus COVID 19, these terms they take on even more importance. So we have created a small scheme to be clear:

Questions such as: How long should I leave a product on? product to work correctly? How disinfect house for coronavirus? in what rooms do I need to emphasize more? each how long is cleaning necessary in depth? …

Many doubts arise when disinfecting the address , but don't worry, with this super guide about tips on how to clean a house you will have the answers you need.

How to disinfect the house of coronavirus?

Obviously, this is an issue that concerns us all, and before going into cleaning the rooms of the house . First, we want to remember some good household cleaning guidelines to help us prevent infections and possible spread of the coronavirus.

The indoor air in homes is very important for the health. Two articles to learn more: healthy homes and modern and 10 tips for creating comfortable homes.

Here, we must pay special attention to the areas with the highest concentration of germs and the ones we touch with the highest frequency :

Remember to use disinfectant products (Here is a huge list from the Ministry of Health) and also this PAHO guide on recommendations for cleaning and disinfecting the home before COVID-19 .

If you use bleach (sodium hypochlorite, whose solution in water is known as lye): mix 20 ml of bleach (3-5%) with 980 ml of water. Leave to act for 5 minutes and clarify.

To clean the house , follow the instructions on the labels and DO NOT mix the bleach, nor with soap, detergents or other cleaners, you can take a good scare!.

Bathroom and kitchen faucets kitchen

Throughout the day, we open and close the taps at home several times, this is great for washing our hands and get rid of the scab, but what about the grime? Do not forget to clean them, it is useless to clean your hands if to close You touch the faucet when it's dirty.

Electronic devices

The objects most used in our day to day, the mobile or the tablet is almost an extension of our body. and that's not everything, these devices are in contact with all kinds of surfaces, therefore, are a great source of dirt that there is to clean constantly.

Knobs and switches

The knobs and household switches are used continuously throughout throughout the day, by all family members. our hands are in contact with all types of surfaces and all our dirt is going to stop there. Essential disinfect!

Keyboards and desktops

The computer keyboard is one of the biggest sources of germs and filth in the nooks and crannies, plus the desks, they spend a large part of the day. Is It is important to clean them frequently, even after each day.

Sponges and cloths

Sponges and cloths are the best allies for the cleaning, but are they of any use if they are dirty? If they are not clean enough you can do little with them, even will be counterproductive, because you will be dragging the dirt that contain throughout the home. It is important to clean and disinfect them every time you use them, with detergents or some disinfectant.

Remember, that if there is contagion, at home and with the family, we should wear protection, so we recommend the article about types of anti COVID 19 masks.

Now that you know the surfaces you should be aware of, account and that, many times we forget, it is time to focus in knowing how to clean the rooms of the house like a pro.

How to clean the kitchen

The cleanliness of the kitchen is essential, here It is where you cook, store food and where you prepare the food, the whole family is in contact with this ranch. By therefore, that all its surfaces are immaculate, clean and germ-free is of great importance.

First, you have to recognize which elements hide the most dirt in the kitchen:

To start, there are two essentials that cannot be missing in your cleaning kit for the kitchen : cleaning products for dishes and specific products for cleaning surfaces, but... What types of dirt do we find in the kitchen?

• In the kitchen, it is advisable to avoid accumulating pots and pans dirty. Food scraps are an irresistible focus for bacteria and together with stagnant water causes bad odors.
• It is recommended when we clean the house, tidy up utensils after each use of the kitchen. Once Once the countertop is cleared, cleaning it will be much easier and Effective if we want to remove fat and oils. help yourself from specific products.
• Work surfaces such as countertops and tabletops cut are, although it may not seem like it, where more bacteria and filth accumulate. And don't forget about the sinks.
• For daily cleaning, use degreasers and multipurpose products for kitchens, also make sure that they do not accumulate traces of dirt in the corners, it is where more germs, mold and limescale in the sink proliferate.
• The ceramic hob is cleaned with products special for this, the gas stoves, you will have to clean them using soap and water.

At least once every month or two, depending on the use of each kitchen, it is advisable to carry out a deep cleaning of some elements of said home stay.

• Fridge . Empty the fridge to clean and disinfect its interior, numerous bacteria because it is where organic remains are stored and food.
• Bell . Use a grease remover to clean the kitchen hood on a regular basis, it is It is important to rinse with enough water until all the remains. Careless cleaning can create problems in its operation.
• Oven . Dirt gets pretty embedded strong in the oven due to the high temperatures, the turn it on the remains dry and hold better to the surface. Apply an effective grease remover and let it work for time required. It is important that you clarify it well or at turning it on will smoke.
• Pantry or closets . the stains of grease or dust are common on this surface of the kitchen, empty them from time to time and clean thoroughly with a specific product.

How to clean the bathroom

In home cleaning , the bathroom is one of the the spaces most used by all members of the family, being one of the most shared, it is important to know how to clean it effectively.

First, and as before, you have to recognize which elements hide more dirt in a bathroom:

The main dirt that can be found in the bathroom are dust, organic remains, limescale in areas with water harder and remains of soaps.

In fact, it's one of the rooms most likely to appearance of mold, appears in the corners, on the partition of shower or in joints due to its wet characteristics.

To thoroughly disinfect the bathroom the star product is bleach or products disinfectants without bleach, all of them in sprayer to reach hard-to-reach areas, in addition to using the exact amount of product.

So… what steps should you take to get a bathroom sparkling and sanitized?

• Use specific products to baths , are much more effective than multipurpose. You can help yourself with old towels or cloths to dry the products or rub on bathroom surfaces.
• Remove objects that may interfere with cleaning : soaps, brushes, towels, toiletry bag, etc.
• Clean in the proper order . First the higher areas, sinks, showers and ends on the ground.
• Apply the products that need the most first acting time . Like disinfectants, to eliminate bacteria and viruses. The same for the products in the inside the WC, apply it and let them act.
• Make sure to remove the limescale . The encrusted lime is one of the most common problems in bathrooms, uses anti-limescale products and use a brush to remove it from effective way.

Most people, when cleaning the bathroom, focus on on only some surfaces such as the WC, the floor or the sink. However, this is an error since there are other equal or most important to leave your bathroom sparkling.

Toilet cleaning

One of the biggest sources of dirt, grime and germs of the bathroom, although the greatest enemies of the WC are humidity, lime and organic remains. The more often you have time to clean them the easier it will be because the dirt will not be too embedded.

A cleaning trick for this bathroom piece is to start with this, so you can let the products act over time necessary while you clean the rest of the room. don't you centers only inside the WC, disinfect the areas of contact such as the lid, the seat or the cistern.

Sink cleaning

A source of accumulation of dirt, from toothpaste, hairs up watermarks. Its cleaning is simple: spray the product with or disinfectant and rub the cloth with a cloth wet. Rinse with plenty of water and dry with an old towel. Do it at least 4 times a week.

Cleaning brush

One of the points in the bathroom with the highest level of bacteria and virus, rinse well after each use. As a special trick, you I recommend putting a dose of the disinfectant you use to the bath in the brush container.

Tub or shower cleaning

Along with mold, soap scum and shampoo scum, it's the most common dirt in the shower. Don't worry, it's easy clean, spray the cleaner on the surface and rub with a dry cloth.

Focus on removing the remains of masks for the hair or other cosmetics are very slippery.

Cleaning joints

One of the most difficult areas to clean in the bathroom, this is where It accumulates the vast majority of mold due to its difficult access. To eliminate it, use specific products for mold with fungicidal effect.

Apply the product, leave it to act for the time indicated by the label. The most important thing is to dry these joints well after from washing or the mold will return in no time.

Carpet cleaning non-slip

It is convenient to disinfect and let dry the carpet of your shower tray from time to time, when mold is adhered It can easily appear on the surface. Use the disinfectant product, rinse and most importantly, leave it dry well.

Cleaning the partition of the shower

A good trick to keep your shower screen clean, even away from lime, is to use specific products with properties to repel water. This will help you keep your screen clean for longer.

Cleaning tiles

Apply the bathroom cleaner to the tiles, let the product while you clean the rest of the bathroom and then dry with a dry cloth.

How to clean the bedrooms

The rooms are one of the spaces where, all the members of your family spend more time, but also one of the easiest rooms to clean. Great isn't it?

Let's see which elements hide more dirt in the bedroom:

Take a look at the 5 steps that are recommended follow for proper bedroom cleaning .

• Ventilate the bedroom. It is important ventilate the bedroom daily, it is one of the most habitable parts of the home, therefore good ventilation will make the bedroom environment much cleaner.
• Tidy before cleaning. Dust is the main bedroom dirt therefore you must pass wipe down furniture and objects frequently to keep this space in the house clean. order the objects before cleaning it will make your task easier, you can go cleaning the objects while arranging them and then furniture so that everything is free of dust.
• Keep bedding clean. Change at least once a week the sheets, pillowcases or the nordic ones The bedding does not accumulate too much dirt, but it is advisable to change it with a washing program normal, long or high-pressure washes are not necessary. temperatures.
• Cleaning the bedroom floor. Before to scrub, use the vacuum cleaner or the broom, although if your floor It is made of parquet or wood, you must take special care with the time to pass the mop, it is important to wring out the water.
• Regular cleaning of cabinets. This bedroom area often goes unnoticed when to clean, but frequent care is essential. Is It is true that when they are closed, less dust enters than the rest of furniture in the room but this does not mean that no dirt in between.

It is recommended to remove the clothes and thoroughly clean at least 4 times a year. Think that's where you keep the clothes you wear and if is dirty you are filling your body with particles of dust from unnecessary way.

How to clean other spaces in the home

Now you know how to clean the most frequented spaces in the home, but what about the rest of the rooms?

Clean dining room and living room

Typically, cleaning up the dining room has no secret. The main filth found is dust and With basic cleaning tools it will look like new. With special attention to:

Of interest, see the article on how to decorate a dining room for get nice spaces.

Clean office or work area study

The rooms of the house used as an office or study are easy to clean, but it is advisable to do special emphasis on electronic devices such as keyboards or tablets, due to being in continuous contact with the hands and other surfaces.

In the office and at home, vegetation brings health. review the article on types of indoor plants to decorate you You'll be amazed at what can be done!

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