Living Room Cleaning Tips

Cleaning Tips · AngeleSelegna Cleaning Services

The living room collects dust, crumbs and clutter faster than most rooms because everyone uses it. A short weekly routine and a deeper monthly pass keep it under control.

Dust the right way

• Start high. Ceiling fans, light fixtures and the tops of shelves first, then tables and TV stands.
• Electronics. Turn screens off and wipe them with a dry microfiber cloth. Do not spray liquid directly on a TV or monitor.
• Lamps and shades. Use a lint roller or the vacuum brush attachment on fabric lampshades.
• Remote controls. Wipe buttons with a cloth lightly dampened with rubbing alcohol. They are some of the most touched items in the house.

Sofas and upholstery

• Vacuum weekly. Remove cushions and vacuum the crevices where crumbs and pet hair collect.
• Check the care tag. Codes such as W (water), S (solvent) or X (vacuum only) tell you how a fabric can be cleaned.
• Blot spills. Blot from the outside in. Rubbing pushes the stain deeper and spreads it.
• Flip and rotate cushions. They wear more evenly and keep their shape longer.

Floors and rugs

• Vacuum rugs in two directions. Going over the rug lengthwise and then across lifts more dirt from the fibers.
• Hardwood needs little water. Use a damp, well-wrung mop or a cleaner made for wood. Standing water can damage the finish.
• Use doormats. A mat outside and inside the door stops much of the dirt that ends up on living room floors, especially in the rainy season.