These days, it’s hard to avoid talk of the coronavirus—and we understand why folks are so concerned. Though it may seem like the world has let in a whole lot more stress, you have the power to alleviate some of the panic. Consider trying these tips for cleaning your home to prevent coronavirus spread. After all, you deserve a safe, healthy, and happy home.
Organize Your Cabinets, Fridge, and Pantry
Disorganized cabinets, fridges, or pantries can hide which supplies you really have. They’re also just plain messy! Take out everything and see what is expired. Toss that! Then, wipe down all the hard surfaces and safely clean them. After that, you can put everything away nicely. This will also help you take inventory. That way, next time you go to the grocery store, you’ll know just what to get to keep your home stocked for the recommended two weeks.
Clean Deliveries
You’re cleaning what’s already in your home, but what about the things that are being delivered to your home? Some experts recommend that you put unessential deliveries into an unused room, closet, or garage for two weeks. If you receive essential deliveries, like groceries, you should properly clean and disinfect containers. Experts also suggest breaking down supplies like bags of sugar, dog food, or dry goods into clean containers if possible.
Wash Your Clothes after Leaving the House
This may not sound like it’s related to cleaning your home, but it is! If you come back from the grocery store with germs on you, you may also be bringing home a virus. Then, wearing those clothes around or leaving them in the hamper can spread sickness. Immediately washing those dirty clothes, on the other hand, can help prevent transmission into your house. We also suggest taking a shower right afterwards too.
Make a Game of It
Some of us have kids at home with us right now—and we all know how children hate being bored! Consider making a game of cleaning the house. Tossing trash in the basket, seeing who can tidy their room the fastest, and even turning indoor recess into a cleaning-related sport—you can make things fun and keep the house neat at the same time.
Do a Science Lesson
Speaking of taking care of children: you may be homeschooling them right now. Take the time to give them a little hand-washing lesson. You can do a demonstration, talk about the science behind it, and even show them some great 20-second-long song snippets. After all, cleaning your hands counts as cleaning your home to prevent coronavirus spread.
Make a Routine Cleaning Checklist
Lists can help keep us on-target! Make a list of the things you need to clean daily (car steering wheels and car door handles or the mailbox) and things you need to clean every few hours (indoor handles, bathroom sinks, or stairway banisters). Then, follow that list! You can even assign those in your home certain times or tasks.
Don’t Forget about Your Phone
Phones carry a lot more germs than you think! Take a wipe and clean off your cell phone.
Deep-Clean the Bathroom
Get out the mop, bleach, and rubber gloves! This is no time to put off cleaning the bathroom. That means the bath, the sink basin, the counters, the tile, the faucets, and the toilet, as well as switching out the towels. Though this task isn’t exactly a fan-favorite, it will go a long way in preventing the spread of the coronavirus.
Clean Your Front Door—and Your Keys
What are the two things you touch everyday when you leave and return to your home? The title gave it away! The answer is your front door and your keys. Don’t forget to wipe them down thoroughly!
Summary
We want nothing more than for you and your household to be happy and healthy! Fortunately, you can take some of the load off of your back by following our tips for cleaning your home to prevent coronavirus spread. We hope you and your loved ones enjoy a safe season, filled with good times and good health too.
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