You see it – but you’re probably not consciously aware of it.
It’s in the background of every Pinterest dream home – regardless of the style. It’s a given. Mid-Century Modern, Maximalist, Minimalist, Farm House Chic (is that still a thing?), and even Traditional interior design images all have one thing in common – every room is clean.
Of course! It makes perfect sense. Who aspires to a messy home? But what we don’t realize is that our dream home is available to us right now! It doesn’t require a remodel, or completely new furniture, or a feature wall with the perfect wallpaper and curated frame collection. It starts with the foundation: a clean home. You’ll be amazed at how dreamy your current home will feel – immediately.
Yes, it’s our profession. And yes, we do love to clean – we know not everyone shares our passion. But here are two tips to help you get started:
Big Impact / Small Start
Identify 2-3 of the highest impact areas in your home – maybe it’s right inside the front door where everyone drops their stuff; or the kitchen counter full of leftover dishes and remnants from cooking; or the living room with toys all over the floor.
Spend 5 or 10 minutes a day – that’s it – cleaning it up. You’ll be amazed at what you can accomplish in just 10 minutes!
Spray and Walk Away
Spray your cleaner on countertops, sinks, shower doors, etc. and then go tidy up other things for a few minutes. This allows the cleaner to do its job and when you come back, cleaning will be easier.
Good luck! And remember, clean is a design choice that never goes out of style.
