Most of us are likely to be spending Valentine’s Day at home this year, as the Covid-19 pandemic limits options for socializing/meals out, etcetera.
As well as going to town on a special meal – pink gin martinis and a fondue for two, anyone? – have you considered your home, that one place where you are spending the vast majority of your time these days…?
It can be easy to overlook the dirt and the dust, but for this special Sunday why don’t you take that time to make sure your home is as clean and tidy as possible? That means taking in those nooks and crannies that might escape everyday attention.
Stove and cupboards
The stove and the cupboards above it, for instance. One of you will be doing the cooking (perhaps both of you) and the other enjoying the fruits of their labors, but for sure the stove is nicer to work with and look at when it’s brand spanking new clean.
The stove often ends up with a fine mist of oil on its surface. This mist also settles on the cupboards nearby-a sticky, yellowy-brown layer that attracts more dirt and smells decidedly iffy.
You are likely to need specialist products to remove the oil and if it has been there for a while, it will need considerable elbow grease (pardon the pun) to shift it.
Inside the fridge
Next up is the inside of your fridge. You’ll be storing bottles of champagne, lobsters and chocolate desserts (hopefully!) in there, so you want the inside to be clean for what you present your other half with that “ta-dah!” moment.
Check out our tips on fridge cleaning here. From throwing out old and spilled items, to deodorizing the insides, it’s all there to help you ensure your refrigerator is as clean and hygienic as possible.
While most of us are adept at keeping our bathrooms clean because we recognise the importance of hygiene in this room, there are certain areas of the bathroom we tend to neglect. The base of the toilet, for starters. If you get down on your hands and knees to inspect the base, chances are the sight will be something of a horror show.
Sponges, cloths and specialist cleaning products will help, as can hiring a professional cleaning team who will often carry out the cleaning tasks householders hate to do.
Finally, remember to check the corners of rooms where dust and cobwebs often lurk… An extendable duster can make them easier to reach if you don’t want to use a step ladder.
Here at Budget Maids we provide cleaning services in Reston, a maid service in Olney or cleaning services in Columbia and surrounds, and more. Why not give us a call today and let us help you make sure your house is beautifully clean for Valentine’s Day and beyond?
