Hello World! Welcome Friends! A home renovation can add big value to your home. Plus, it can make your space more functional and enjoyable. But before you can enjoy your newly renovated space, you must focus on post-construction cleanup. Read on for simple-to-follow steps on how to clean your home or hire Maids in Pink and begin enjoying your new space.
Gather Supplies
Post-construction clean up is messy work. Even if the construction was in one area of the house, you will likely have dust everywhere.
Before getting started, you should gather supplies. Here are the items you will need for your post construction cleaning.
- Face mask
- Broom
- Vacuum
- Dry mop (replace with a rag if you don’t have a dry mop)
- Wet mop
- Floor cleaner
- Soft towels
- Used dryer sheets
Having the supplies you need handy will minimize you tracking dust into clean areas of the house. Plus, it helps you get the cleaning done all in one go.
Do not neglect to wear a face mask. As you clean, you will stir up dust which can cause respiratory problems. Don a mask to protect your airways as you clean.
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Start at the Top
One of the best tips for cleaning up after a reno project is to start from the top and work your way down.
Start by wiping fans, light fixtures, ceilings, and anything overhead. Leave the floors for last.
Use a vacuum (yes, even on the ceiling) to prevent lots of dust from falling to the ground. Avoid sweeping as this will just shift the dust around.
Be sure to vacuum lampshades, ledges, door frames, and every surface in the area.
Vacuum Carpets & Upholstery
Because dust is made up of superfine particles, it is all too easy for it to embed itself in fabrics such as curtains, couches, pillows, and carpets.
Vacuum all soft surfaces thoroughly. Be sure to pull off each cushion of the couch and vacuum and get the underlying frames as well as both sides of cushions.
Next, Move to Hard Surfaces
After vacuuming, you can turn your attention to hard surfaces such as coffee tables, chairs, countertops, and window ledges.
Use a damp cloth to wipe all the hard surfaces. Only use a damp cloth on wallpaper or a painted wall if the manufacturer says it is OK.
Use your damp rag on cabinets, baseboards, and trim. Also, be sure to wipe down the insides of cabinets, especially hard to reach back corners.
Finally, sweep and mop your hard floors.
Clean Air Vents & Replace Filters
The final tip for how to clean up after a renovation is to clean the vents and replace air filters.
People often forget this step. Yet, during construction dust and debris will work its way into your vents and can spread around the rest of the home.
Breathing dusty air can cause allergies or respiratory issues, so this is a vital step.
You are Done Your Post-Construction Clean Up
There you have it! A detailed guide on how to go about post-construction clean up.
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