Why Is Cleaning So Boring?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 85% of American Women and 71% of men spent their time on household chores like cooking, lawn care, or household management. Women would spend 2.5 hours per day more than men, which are about 1.9 hours. The percentage over the years had increased, and people prefer to clean their houses more often by themselves. But why do most people find cleaning so tedious? We know doing chores can be tiresome, and all of us have different reasons why we find it so difficult and time-consuming. We would rather have a day off, or do other stuff, than spending time wiping windows or mopping floors. Even though we hate it and we feel lazy doing it, it is still part of our responsibility to ourselves and our family to live in a clean and healthy home. Having a clean home eliminates stress, gives us a feeling of relaxation and calmness, and keeps us away from sickness and diseases. But how can you make cleaning more interesting and motivate yourself to do it?
Set a Schedule
You may be so busy at work or may have a restricted schedule. It could be one of the reasons why you have no time to clean, or why you find it tiresome. Cleaning the house may take time and effort, and busy people don’t have the extra hours to do the housework. If you want to start a cleaning schedule, you have to set your mind and arrange a perfect time for you to do it. Working people typically do their cleaning every weekend or anytime that it is convenient for them. Managing your time can change your perspective about cleaning, and maybe you will find it not so boring at all, especially if you see the results of your hard work in having a sparkling clean home.
Know the Proper Way of Cleaning
You may be someone who doesn’t know a thing or two about cleaning, so it is something that you would never do. What you need is the right knowledge on how to clean your house, or maybe learn the good benefits you can get from having a clean home. It will help you change your views about cleaning, and be more eager to clean more often.
You might want to watch or learn something new that is related to cleaning, like how to effectively declutter, organizing stuff properly, designing a room, or any house-related topics that will encourage you to tidy-up and maintain a clean home. Watching cleaning hacks may also get you to be more interested in cleaning and improve your cleaning habits. Learning the proper way to clean will save your time and energy, giving you extra hours to spare. By doing research, staying informed, and cleaning the right way are the keys to effective and enjoyable cleaning routines.
Know the Right Cleaning Item and Equipment
One possible reason that you are not up for cleaning is that you do not know which cleaning products or equipment to use. You can do a little research about effective, durable, easy-to-use, and affordable cleaning products. Most effective disinfectants are U.S. EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) labeled, meaning they have met the EPA standards. You can check the label for the EPA sign before purchasing the item. However, you should know that buying an EPA labeled product doesn’t mean that it will 100% kill all the microbes. Its effectivity still depends on how you clean the area. Follow the instructions on how to use the product, and with good brushing and scrubbing, you will surely get the expected results.
On another note, durability is also important when buying a cleaning tool or equipment. Buy items with good quality as it will not only help you finish the tasks on time, but they are also durable and can last for years. You can research on how long a product would last before making a purchase. You can also check for its warranty to ensure you will not pay any additional costs, in case the product will have issues. While we all want to have a healthy and clean home, most of us are not willing to spend big on cleaning products. One way you can save is to buy concentrated cleaning solutions that can be diluted. It will help you clean using less solution, allowing you to save more. You can also spare yourself from transportation costs on buying the same product every week or so. Buying in bulk can also help you save.
You may also want to consider choosing an organic or natural cleaning solution. These are products that leave no harmful chemicals, no residue, eco-friendly, and most of all, good for your family’s health, and even for your pets. We also suggest for you to have a Cleaning kit that is well-organized and can be easily carried anywhere in the house. Some of the cleaning tools you need to have are:
All-Purpose cleaner (in a spray bottle)
Window Cleaner (in a spray bottle)
Disinfecting wipes
Multi-Purpose scrub brush
A good cloth or microfiber cloth
A Multi-purpose brush
Hand Duster
Don’t Pressure Yourself
Do not stress out and push yourself to clean the entire house in one go. You can choose to schedule a task for each day until you were able to cover all the areas. The good thing about this is you can be able to finish all the household chores sooner than expected and can give you more time to relax over the weekend.
Another way to not bore yourself out of cleaning is by setting a timer when you do small tasks. Setting a timer for 10 minutes or more may be enough for dusting or de-cluttering or whichever task you may prefer. It can also push you to clean little by little until you can finish all your tasks. Starting small can still make a difference, and can lead you towards a clean home.
Remember to Have Fun
You might be asking, “What’s the fun in cleaning?” You can start the fun by doing things differently every time you clean. One example is to turn on the lights in every room. An adequate amount of light improves mood and energy levels and can get you in the state of cleaning. With all the lights on, you will see what room you should prioritize. And as you go along, you can turn off the lights in every room you have cleaned.
You can also break away from your daily cleaning routine so it won’t be that boring. Perhaps, you can dust the furniture today and do the sweeping tomorrow. You can randomly clean anything and not push yourself hard to do heavy cleaning. Any little or small action is still an improvement towards your cleaning goals.
Playing some music can make you feel good and help you absorb all the positive vibes. People can find cleaning enjoyable and may increase their energy by tuning in to something upbeat. A 20-minute playlist may be enough to get you in-the-zone to clean and continue to do so until the last track ends.
You may also reward yourself for doing a job well done. Celebrate your wins no matter how big or small they are. You have invested your time and effort into cleaning, so you deserve to live-it-up and have a special dinner, get a massage, or simply relax and eat ice cream.
Conclusion
Cleaning is not that boring as it may seem. Although a lot of us think that it is a tiresome responsibility, think more of the satisfaction you can get of having a clean abode. After a day’s work, going home to a clean place feels so much rewarding. Who doesn’t want to live in a place where you feel more relaxed and stressed-free? Our home is our comfort zone and our sanctuary. It is where we build our memories, so it is our responsibility. It is up to you to be creative and think of ways on how you can make cleaning more fun. You may also visit our previous blog, “How do I motivate myself to clean?” to learn more about cleaning motivations. Indeed, a clean home is a happy home.
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