Cleaning tips
for Philly homes.
How to clean every room, step by step.
Written for Philly rowhomes and walk-ups.
Post-holiday cleaning checklist for a Philly house
A post-holiday cleaning checklist in the right order: food and trash the night of, the kitchen next, then the guest room, the living room, and floors last.
How to clean your house before guests arrive
Cleaning before guests arrive: do the guest bathroom, the entry and the kitchen first, then the room they sleep in, and clear fridge space the day before.
How to make your house smell good, and keep it that way
To make your house smell good, find and clean the source first: trash, drains, fabrics, the fridge, radiators and damp corners. Then add a simple scent.
How to get stubborn stains out of carpet
How to remove carpet stains: blot, don't rub, then match the method to the stain. Dish soap for food and wine, a powder for grease, vinegar for salt.
How to deep clean a living room, top to bottom
How to deep clean a living room: clear it, work from the ceiling down, do the radiator, upholstery and baseboards, then the floor. Plan 3 to 4 hours.
How to clean an oven, self-clean or not
How to clean an oven: pull the racks, coat the cold oven in baking soda paste overnight, wipe it out with vinegar and water, and soak the racks in the tub.
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