Joanna James
Here are some tips to make maintenance less dreary and long-lasting and to make sure your apartment looks brand new for years to come.
Clutter can affect your physical well-being and your mental health. Unnecessary equipment, furniture, storage, clothes, papers, accessories etc. can cause disarray and hamper the use of space productively. Not to mention it is unsightly! A sense of airiness is needed for good ventilation and to prevent dust and dirt from accumulating. Get rid of, recycle or gift all unnecessary clutter, in your living room, bedroom and kitchen space. Rummage through your storage closets as this is where most of the clutter tends to collect over the years.
A vacuum cleaner is excellent for apartments. Most apartments have room to room carpeting, draperies, and soft plush furniture. A vacuum cleaner of a reliable brand can lessen the time spent on cleaning drastically. Twice a week is ideal for your curtains, couches, carpets, and plush to prevent dust. Kitchens and bathrooms will need to be mopped at least once a week. Keep a water swiper in your bathroom, and make sure to wipe it after every shower to keep the floors dry and clean. Plenty of carpeting and rugs can also ensure the bathroom stays dry. However, these need to be washed and aired weekly to prevent mildew and unpleasant odours from forming.
Most apartment complexes have segregated waste disposal methods. Have waste paper baskets in each room to prevent clutter. If you have a lot of plants or want to start planting, invest in a compost bin designed for smaller living spaces. This way you get rid of all your kitchen scraps and make your apartment green and beautiful. Food items that are not suitable for the compost bin should be contained in a separate container and handed over during collection days. Try to get a bin with a tight seal to prevent unpleasant odours from circulating the kitchen space.
Make a rule not to eat away from the dining or kitchen table. Even though we can be very careful, minuscule drops of food can get left behind. Especially with kids, this can be hard to control. Food particles and stains thus get collected over time and invite dust and insects to start accumulating. This rule should apply to your bedroom as well. Apartments similar to a house requires good maintenance. The high-quality accessories, furniture and trimmings should be dusted and cleaned frequently. Having some rules and discipline will make the whole cleaning process less cumbersome.
A reliable housekeeper will ensure everything stays nice and tidy. The situation will be ideal if you can have a live-in housekeeper. If that is not possible, most apartment complexes have housekeeping services available at a price. These can be arranged on days you prefer. Such a service will take the pressure off you to tend to every aspect of the apartment. Many apartments in Colombo, Sri Lanka offer these services periodically or as per requirement, so check out places like Cinnamon Life to see what suits your needs.
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