My chore-stacking technique will help you clean quicker and more effectively – plus a daily task you should commit to
AN expert has given their advice on making spring cleaning a breeze.
She said her tidying techniques, including “chore-stacking” will get the job done better and faster.
Melissa Caverly, the founder of cleaning service Imagine Maids gave her professional advice.
Her tips made the task of springtime de-cluttering way less daunting.
She also placed an emphasis on making some of her advice into daily habits.
Her mindset method is to ensure that the home gets clean and stays that way.
BED HEAD
Caverly’s tidying hacks start first thing in the morning — just after getting out of the sack.
She recommended not putting off making your bed after waking up.
Tackling the task in the morning makes for an improved space to return to.
“Making your bed each morning puts you in an organized mindset from the start, influencing the rest of your day,” Caverly said.
MAKE ROOM
Caverly also recommended investing in wastebaskets and keeping one in every room.
The additions encourage tossing trash straight away and make for a cleaner space.
She also recommended de-cluttering on a regular basis.
“Here’s the simple strategy, gather the items cluttering your space and place them in the box,” she said.
“However, refrain from taking the box to a donation center until the end of each month.
“Throughout the month, if you find yourself missing or needing something you put in the bin, retrieve it.
“Anything left in the bin by the end of the month gets donated.”
CHORE-STACKING
Caverly also added her very own “chore-stacking” technique for a cleaner abode.
“Consider the timer on appliances like the dishwasher or washing machine as your amount of time to tackle other chores,” she said.
“Use this time to accomplish additional tasks around the house, like dusting or de-cluttering surfaces.”
She also recommended treating the kitchen like it belongs to a restaurant and to have a designated closing time.
“Imagine treating your own kitchen as if it were your personal restaurant and apply the same principles,” she said.
“Establish a close-down rule, such as ensuring all dishes are either in the dishwasher, drying rack, or cabinets—not left in the sink.”