Out of more than 2,000 reader responses, these chores ranked as the least favorite.
Here are the most dreaded cleaning chores, plus how tomake them easier.
Dusting
The overwhelming winner of our chore poll was none other thandusting.
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Use a dusting rod to reach tall orhard-to-reach spaceslike ceiling fans and blinds.
And dont forget to dust on top of door moldings, framed art, and electronics.
Ensuring you don’t overstuff your washing machine or dryer can helpreduce wrinkles.
Taking your clothes out of both the washing machine and dryer promptly will also make a big difference.
attempt to be mindful offabric carewhen you are buying clothes, too.
Vacuuming
Vacuuming can be a workout, to be sure.
So, how can you make the job just a little easier?
Consider vacuuming by zone.
you’re able to also invest in a stick vacuum to speed up more minor vacuuming jobs.
Zipping a stick vacuum around high-traffic areas once a day can cut back on the frequency of full-house cleans.
Do this and you’ll be on your way to a fresh kitchen year-round.
Check toilets, sinks, mirrors, and countertops daily and wipe them down to keep your spaces fresh.
Stay on top of this schedule and suddenly your weekly bathroom clean won’t be quite so daunting.
Changing Bed Linens
Is it thefolding of the fitted sheetthat makes this task so mundane?
Regardless, changing out bed linens is a necessary part of a weekly cleaning routine.
Make it easier by sticking to acleaning schedulewhere you clean linens on a particular day.
Its best to avoid adding this task to a day where you have anotherarduous chorelike bathrooms already scheduled.
Choose the path that feels right for your home and process.
