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Simple Weekly Cleaning Checklist for Busy Homeowners

🗓 Weekly Cleaning Schedule

🧼 Monday – Kitchen Focus

  • Wipe down counters and cabinet fronts

  • Clean sink and faucet

  • Disinfect high-touch surfaces (fridge handles, microwave buttons)

  • Take out trash and replace liner

  • Sweep and mop the floor


🛏 Tuesday – Bedrooms

  • Make the beds (if not daily)

  • Dust nightstands and dressers

  • Change and wash bed linens

  • Organize any clutter or laundry piles

  • Vacuum floors or rugs


🛁 Wednesday – Bathrooms

  • Scrub toilet, tub, and sink

  • Wipe mirrors and counters

  • Change out towels

  • Disinfect light switches and handles

  • Mop the floor


🧽 Thursday – Living Room

  • Dust surfaces (TV, shelves, tables)

  • Fluff and rotate sofa cushions

  • Wipe down remotes and electronics

  • Vacuum carpets and rugs

  • Tidy up clutter or toys


🧹 Friday – Floors and Finishing Touches

  • Vacuum and mop all floors

  • Wipe down baseboards if needed

  • Water indoor plants

  • Empty small trash bins

  • Light a candle or use air freshener


🧺 Weekend – Laundry & Catch-Up

  • Do a load or two of laundry

  • Fold and put away clothes

  • Tackle any skipped tasks during the week

  • Plan for next week’s meals or grocery list


✅ Pro Tips:

  • Set a timer for 20 minutes a day—clean efficiently and stay focused.

  • Keep cleaning supplies in a portable caddy for quick access.

  • Get the family involved with age-appropriate tasks.

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