Q&A for How to Clean a House

Start by applying an acidic toilet bowl cleaner designed to clean lime, rust, hard water, and calcium. Let it sit for 5-15 minutes, making sure that it covers all the rust-covered areas. Then, scrub and rinse the tub with soap. If the rust persists, a wet magic eraser with mildly diluted bleach might help clean it off.

Only if you take the right precautions! Only ever dilute bleach with water—about 1 tbsp (14.8 mL) for 1 gallon (3.8 L) is enough. Always wear a mask to protect yourself from fumes, along with gloves and protective eyewear. Never mix bleach with other substances, or else you could create a dangerous chemical reaction.

Do four main and simple things: Sweep, do a fifteen minute quick pick-up around the house (getting your stuff), empty and load the dishwasher, and keep your room tidy daily. This this will help your mom and dad tremendously.

Spend about one week(end) just clearing one room at a time. Try not to let anything take your mind off of it; just concentrate on the cleaning. Don't stop until you're done. Just remember, don't stress, it happens to everyone. Read Marie Kondo's books for some helpful advice.

Get a clean cloth and put some water on the cloth. Don't soak it fully but if you accidentally did, then squeeze it well. Then wupe the screen, dry it with a dry and clean cloth.

As advised in the article, start by "decluttering" the top of the room; lights, walls, etc. Once you've done this, you can start on the table and chairs. Sponging off excess food stains, and dusting off crumbs will make the furnishings shine. Then move to the floor.

If it's small enough, throw it in the washer and let it air dry. If it's a bigger rug or carpet, shake it out outside, vacuum it, and then clean it with a carpet cleaner.

If there is no space to store your items, consider hosting a tag sale. If these items are important to you, you could store them in any place you can find. For example, store some of my items in a coffee table!

Start with a to-do list. Assign some tasks for each day at each location so you'll know exactly what needs to get done where.

Start by making the bed, clean and organize any surface areas like the tops of dressers, etc. Put away all clutter and clothes, vacuum and dust the room, clean any smudges that may be on the mirror, tie back or fix up curtains, and finally, if you want, light a candle to make the room smell nice or open a window!

Get a clean cloth and put a tiny amount of water on it and wipe the screen and dry it. You could also use an computer cleaning spray that comes with a spray, a cloth and a brush.

You want this article: how to clean a couch .

If you can't touch things that touch the floor, use rubber gloves. However, if it does become serious that you can't even use rubber gloves, then you should go and see a doctor.

Gather all trash into a trashcan, and bring it out. Get rid of any dirty dishes. Change your bedding and replace with clean. Get any clutter out of the way. Sprinkle baking soda lightly all over your carpet, let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb odors, and vacuum.

Always do dishes. As the water fills the sink, wash the stove top and counter tops. Do a simple sweep and then mop and dust every corner and knickknack.

One weekend you can, have a clear-up, where you can can tidy your house and make everything nice so it will be easier to clean on other days. Schedule time daily to keep on top of things.

Help her a little at first. Does your little sister like music? Put some music on and let her dance after she is done cleaning.

No, but they help to protect your hands from harsh cleaning chemicals and keep them from drying out, as well as leaving oils from you fingers in places you've cleaned.

Try starting off with little things and ask her occasionally if she is okay with what you have done.

Hoarding is truly an emotional problem for the person who collects things. The hoarder believes those things are of great value, and will not get rid of them easily. It may require counseling, perhaps even some kind of therapy that acts as an "intervention" for the hoarder. It can cause great pressure and distress in a relationship. However, it's best to face the problem head-on with honesty.

As advised in the article, you can shake rugs outside. You probably should take some time to do this, since you will not be vacuuming them.

Use bleach as a general cleaner or try the following: Vinegar works on mold, mildew or soap scum, baking soda works on mildew and peroxide gets rid of soap scum and mold. Some of these are home remedies, but they work well.

To clean a garbage disposal, you should put on rubber gloves, reach in and grab all the leftover food, and put it in the trashcan. Then, run hot water through while it is on. If you would like to rid it of the horrid smell of rotting food, put citrus peels with a splash of vinegar and run it, then proceed to flush it with water.

Go to bed earlier. Then use an alarm clock. Wash your face to wake yourself up. Visualize how happy your parents will be when they see their clean house, that should motivate you!

Make a chart and clean a different room each day along with doing dishes and a quick pick-up.

You will need one for each male and two for each female.

You should probably do a deep clean first, and then spend one hour a week cleaning.

Yes, but don't forget to dry it. Get some dry paper towels and wipe the floor so you don't slip on it.

You should explain how important it is to clean the house, and tell him/her that if you work together you will finish faster. If they say no, either respect their decision and clean by yourself, or try asking them again later. Of course, you could always bribe them if you have something they want.

If the floors are in a high traffic area, mop every week or every other week at least. If not, you can probably stretch it to once every few weeks.