Cleaning when renting out accommodation
If you are renting out your home, it is important that you show your property at its best. The basis of a good impression is a clean and tidy home. Polished surfaces, shiny floors, a good smell and beautiful light are all things you want to see when you visit an apartment. The more of these impressions you can show of your home, the more people will be interested in it. It is important to spend time and energy on a thorough cleaning and it does not have to be expensive.
Clear first, clean later
To clean as efficiently and quickly as possible, it's best to get rid of as many gadgets and personal belongings as possible. If you're going to take photos and show the apartment, it's better to have as few personal items as possible. Don't just put things away in a closet, but make sure to use the basement or storage room, because all the rooms will be inspected by the people who are showing the apartment.
Clean efficiently by starting in the right order
When cleaning, make sure to clean each room from top to bottom. Start by dusting all surfaces, moldings, door frames and paintings to remove all dust. Then vacuum the furniture, carpets and floors and wipe down all surfaces. Finish by cleaning all windows and wet-drying the floors.
Use environmentally friendly and organic cleaning products
When cleaning all surfaces, it's a good idea to use natural and organic cleaning products such as soap, vinegar, vinegar, bicarbonate of soda, salt, water and lemon. These will leave your home sparkling clean, smelling good and being environmentally friendly. Salt and water are perfect for scrubbing stovetops. Vinegar is great for freshening up the bathroom and toilet. Vinegar can be used to freshen up various joints and lemon can be used to remove limescale and chrome.
Focus a lot on the kitchen and bathroom
The two rooms that people check out most thoroughly on viewings are the kitchen and bathroom. Here it is particularly important to pay attention to cleaning. Make sure you clean the sink, wipe down surfaces and windows, clean the stove and oven thoroughly, clean the shower and toilet and make sure everything smells clean and fresh. A good tip for clean smelling drains and wells is to pour about a decilitre of bicarbonate of soda into the well and leave it for a while. Then add boiling water and it will dissolve and clean! When it comes to cleaning surfaces, a good method is to rub the cleaner in, let it work, scrub and rinse. This usually results in sparkling clean surfaces!
Tips for viewing the apartment
- Remember to clear away as much personal belongings as possible and store them preferably in a storage room or basement.
- Always use clean scrubs and mops so that it is really clean and fresh smelling.
- A good tip is to squat down and look around the room when you feel you have finished cleaning. You'll often notice if you've missed a spot or so.
- Keeping a small jar of coffee beans around can add a fresh scent to your apartment.
- Try showing the apartment to a friend and see what they think. They can often give honest answers about whether it looks clean and fresh and smells good.
- Don't forget to dust the radiators, curtain rods and lampshades when you clean!
- If you don't have time to clean yourself, you can always hire a professional. A rule of thumb is that 10 square meters takes about 1 hour to clean. If you clean it yourself, it will probably take longer but will be cheaper of course. However, it may be worth taking the help of a professional who makes everything spotless for you!
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