Spring Cleaning is nearly upon us. I love a clean home; it’s the cleaning part I’m not so fond of. It’s tough work being a mom. We have to get our entire family ready for the day, clean the home, take care of the kids, get dinner on the table, and so much more. There are a ton of cleaning schedules out there, but you probably don’t have time to clean your entire home from top to bottom. This cleaning schedule is perfect for those of us that are short on time, but still, want our busiest areas to look sparkling. Here is a cleaning schedule for the busy mom to make sure your most seen parts of the house never get dirty.
Kitchen
We spend most of our days in the kitchen. Whether it’s packing lunches for our family, making dinner, or doing the dishes, we spend a good portion of our day in here. The kitchen is also one of the messiest for a reason. If company is on the way over, or you want to avoid the mother-in-law judgment, here is your busy mom kitchen cleaning schedule:
Every Day
- Clean dirty dishes
- Wipe down kitchen table
- Wipe down kitchen counters
- Sweep the floor
Every Week
- Mop the floors
- Toss expired food and give your fridge a quick wipe down
- Wipe down most used appliances
- Clean microwave
Every Month
- Descale coffee maker
- Clean out freezer
- Clean inside of oven
Living Room
When we’re not eating or sleeping, this is probably the room where the rest of our time is spent. Typically the living room is also one of the first places your guests will see upon entering the home. Here is your busy mom living room cleaning schedule:
Every Day
- Wipe down surfaces
- Pick up clutter and toys
Every Week
- Vacuum
- Dust
Every Month
- Vacuum vents
- Wipe down wood surfaces
- Dust blinds
Dining Room
When guests come over, your dining room is put on display. Whether you eat in here regularly, or only when guests arrive, there are some regular maintenance things that need to be done in this room. Here is your busy mom dining room cleaning schedule:
Every Day
- Wipe down table
- Clean up any crumbs or spills
Every Week
- Mop or vacuum floors
- Dust
Every Month
- Clean light fixtures
- Dust blinds (if applicable)
School Room
If you homeschool, then you know just how quickly this room can get messy. While company may not stop in this place, it still requires daily maintenance to stay clean and organized. Here is your busy mom school room cleaning schedule:
Every Day
- Put back school supplies and books to proper containers
- Wipe down desks
- Clear off whiteboards/chalkboards and prepare for tomorrow
Every Week
- File or throw out papers you no longer need
- Vacuum
- Dust
Guest Bathroom
While your bathroom may be a little on the dirty side if you only have time to clean one make it this one. Your guests will use this bathroom every time they come over, so you want it looking its best. Here is your busy mom guest bathroom cleaning schedule:
Every Day
- Wipe down surfaces
- Clean the sink
Every Week
- Mop floors
- Clean mirror
- Clean the shower/tub
- Clean the toilet and toilet bowl
Every Month
- Clean light fixtures
- Vacuum and wipe down vents
If you follow this cleaning schedule, your main areas will always be cleaned and organized. No longer will your home be less than guest ready, and your home will still be sparkling!
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