Moving to a new home is an exciting and responsible event. At the same time, you have a lot of things to do. And one of those things is cleaning your home. Manhattan movers shared with us useful recommendations that will help you clean up quickly and easily.
First recommendations:
- Plan the cleaning ahead of time and divide the tasks into days. It’s hard to clean the whole apartment in one day, and we don’t need any extra stress. For example, one day you can sort things, another day you can wash the kitchen. And the next day you can clean the kitchen utensils.
- Get rid of unnecessary things — unwanted things and dishes, broken appliances, and furniture that is no longer usable. Things can be thrown away, sold, or given away. There is no need to take absolutely everything with you to a new place.
- Enlist the help of others. You can involve your family and friends in the cleaning process. And if you can afford it, hire a cleaning service. This will save you a lot of time.
It is also important to assess the general condition of the apartment and identify the areas that need the most attention. The owners will be happy if you leave the place clean and tidy.
Focus On Key Areas When Cleaning
Certain areas of your home are used more than others. They are the ones that need attention.
Start with the kitchen. Dust, grease, and stains on countertops and cabinets need a lot of attention. Clean them with quality cleaning products that are appropriate for the surface. Before using a new product, test it on a small area of the surface. This will ensure that the household chemicals will not damage the furniture.
In the bathroom, thoroughly clean the shower, bathtub, toilet, and sinks. Remember to disinfect these surfaces to kill bacteria and germs.
Caution — Furniture
If some of the upholstered furniture belonged to the owners of the apartment and is not moving with you, make sure it is clean. You can have it dry-cleaned at home: this is the most effective way to get rid of stains, grease, etc. If this is not possible, clean the sofas and armchairs with a vacuum cleaner and use special stain removal products sold in hardware stores.
Furniture made of hard materials should also be taken care of. It needs to be dusted, which can be done with special sprays. Be especially careful with natural wood surfaces. They are sensitive not only to dirt but also to moisture. Under the influence of the latter, they can swell and lose their shape. Prefer dry cleaning or use special wood products.
Maxi Moving also reminds you to take care of your belongings before you move. Make sure they are clean, dry and organized. And don’t forget the need for careful planning: use sturdy boxes, packing film and masking tape. May your move be a success!
