Hooray! That big bit of building work that’s been on the to-do list is now done. But renovations come with their own issues—the mess they create!
Here is the experts (the maid service Oakton peeps) guide to cleaning up before and after home improvement.
Clear the area beforehand
Remove as much as possible from the home improvement area. Light fixtures, pictures, wall decorations, soft furnitures, lighter pieces of furniture, books and everything else as this will stop them getting dusty or splashed with bits of paint or any building materials. It also makes the job easier because you will be carrying out your home improvements in a relatively empty room.
Protect what you can’t move with plastic covers
Heavy beds or sofas? They can be a pain to move so help minimise the mess potential by covering them with plastic covers. Even better, put old sheets on top first and then your plastic covers, as this will help trap the dust that results from drilling. When you remove the sheets and covers post home improvement work, do it gently and you will ensure the dust and debris stays on the sheets and covers.
Make a path for the builders
If your home improvement is taking place inside the house, you should lay a path to the area using thick plastic or carpet s craps. This will help limit the dirt and dust the builders bring in with them.
Use a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter
A HEPA filter vacuum will help you reduce the dust in your home while a building/decorating project is going on. Do this every day and you will reduce the build up.
Establish a daily cleaning routine
Small habits carried out every day minimise what you will need to do when the renovations are finished. Vacuum every day, as above, Dump all the trash you can. Wipe down surfaces and polish where you can. Leave the windows open to mitigate any build-up of fumes from paint etc. See more of our tips for establishing a regular cleaning routine.
Hire a specialist service to deal with the debris and dirt left after the builders
The best way to clean up after building or decorating work? Call in the professional cleaners who will be able to make short work of the mess in your home. Budget Maid’s maid service Oakton are a team of skilled, trained cleaners who will get rid of all traces of mud, dust and dirt at a competitive price.
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