If you have ever hired a part-time maid in Singapore when you were pinched for time, you may have noticed a big difference between your handiwork and that of a professional cleaner. This is to be expected thanks to their years of experience and wealth of knowledge on maximising even the most basic cleaning supplies. That said, there are many things you can learn from watching them breeze through your home to improve your cleaning skills.

Below, we cover some of the expert cleaning tips you can practise immediately to improve your abode’s cleanliness.

1. Sweep-Vacuum-Scrub (SVS)

Many professional cleaners would agree that the SVS sequence is the most efficient way of cleaning the floors. For hard floors, the first step is to sweep up larger debris that a vacuum cleaner cannot handle. This is followed by a thorough vacuuming of open areas and hard-to-reach crevices. Lastly, finish off using a disinfectant and hard and soft brush to scrub the floors clean and ensure it is disinfected.

While simple enough, the secret to this technique is that the pros not only use this for floors but all surfaces. This includes furnishings, counters, showers and tubs, and more. However, when scrubbing these surfaces, avoid using the hard-bristled brush to prevent unwanted scratches. Even when a surface looks completely void of dust and dirt, never skip the vacuuming step, as even a slight layer of dust can sabotage the results of your scrubbing.

2. The slow pull-push Technique

The adage “slow and steady wins the race” applies to many situations in life, particularly when vacuuming your home. Far too many people rush this process and prevent their vacuum from doing its job properly since it is not given enough time to suck in dust, dirt, debris, and allergens off your floors and carpets.

If you are guilty of this, you may have previously noticed that your floors are just as dirty as before, even after making several passes. As such, lower your vacuuming speed down a notch, and you are sure to immediately notice the difference.

3. Clean showers with laundry pods

Most cleaning products rarely serve just one purpose and typically have a far greater potential than the niche their manufacturer advertises them for. A great example is laundry pods, which can work well for cleaning your showers and making them look good as new.

To try this, first wet the surfaces you want to be cleaned and then rub laundry pods over the areas of the greatest concern, such as those showing mould growth. Specifically, if you’re dealing with stubborn stains, like trying to remove pesky mould from walls, pay extra attention to those spots. Afterwards, let the solution sit for at least 10 minutes before scrubbing the surface with a soft-bristle brush. Wait another five minutes and finish by washing down your tub or shower.

4. Remove fingerprints on stainless steel with olive oil

Stainless steel is an excellent material that can make any interior look sleek and modern and is usually used in rooms like the kitchen. However, it is important to note that this metal has shortcomings, such as being a fingerprint magnet. Removing embedded prints might seem like an endless battle as they do not come off easily, even after a rigorous wipe-down.

Professional cleaners use a trick for this problem: rubbing a small amount of olive oil on the stainless steel and letting it dry. This simple solution removes stubborn fingerprints and makes the metal shine.

Conclusion

It is a fact that maintaining our living spaces is essential to our positive mental and physical health. That said, it never hurts to learn a thing or two on how to maximise one’s efforts and make routine cleaning more efficient without compromising on effectiveness. By adopting the tips above, you can make significant progress on this front and save time.

If you find that even your streamlined home cleaning is not enough to get everything done during those busy days, Home Cleaning SG is always ready to lend a hand. Whether you need weekly or one-time deep cleaning services, our team of experienced and professional cleaning technicians can help make your home spotless and in excellent shape while you tend to more pressing matters.

Feel free to contact us for more details or to schedule a cleaning for your house!