CNET

How Often Should You Vacuum? Here's What Experts Say

Keeping your home clean is about finding the balance: minimum cleaning work for the maximum cleaning effect. Vacuuming is vital to this routine, as most of your home's dust, dirt, hair and other gunk ...
Southern Living on MSN

9 Daily Cleaning Habits That Will Keep Your Home Spotless

That's why Riley, a cleaning expert at GermSmart, recommends keeping your bathrooms guest-ready for those impromptu visits that won't leave your embarrassed about the state it's in. "No one wants to ...
Southern Living on MSN

5 things professional cleaners always do when deep cleaning their own homes

Deep cleaning is a chore—even if you’re a pro. Take it from Sandy Willis, a Molly Maid owner. But that doesn’t stop her from ...
Real Simple on MSN

Too busy to clean every week? These 10 little routines are all you really need

Nobody has time to deep clean every Sunday—but these little routines will keep your home in better shape. Keep clean microfiber cloths on hand to wipe down surfaces around your home in a pinch, ...
Yahoo

The 20-Minute Cleaning Routine You Should Do Every Night, According to a Professional Organizer

Declutter and clean the kitchen sink to prevent bacteria and moisture buildup. Re-home stray items from high-traffic areas to reduce clutter and stress. Wipe down surfaces and clean crumbs to maintain ...
Lifehacker

Use the 'One-Hour' Method to Build a Better Cleaning Routine

If cleaning is overwhelming for you, creating and sticking to a schedule is one of the best ways to slowly, efficiently get it all done. But even if you're doing it that way, just starting can be ...

6 Cleaning Shortcuts That Actually Make Homes Look Dirtier

Here are six common cleaning habits that can backfire, along with easy changes that help your space look fresh and truly clean. A dirty mop spreads grime instead of picking it up. The mop head can ...
Forbes

80% Of Households Are Spring Cleaning. Here’s How To Make It Easier

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. Updated on March 28 to include comments from Heather Aiello and Amelia ...
Women's Health

'I Tried The 5-Minute Clean Routine Everyone's Talking About—Here's Why It Actually Works'

You might not imagine that decluttering and cleaning influencers struggle with housework, but that's the case for Anna Louisa (@anna_louisa_at_home). Despite having over 4 million followers watching ...

The Overlooked Living Room Areas You Should Be Cleaning Every Week

Winter keeps everyone indoors—make sure your living room stays clean by tackling these high-touch areas that collect germs ...
CNN

37 places you’re probably forgetting to clean

Even the most dedicated cleaner has places in their home that they forget to clean — or don’t know they’re supposed to clean in the first place. If you’re looking to improve your regular cleaning ...