Keeping a clean home doesn’t have to be overwhelming. My biggest cleaning hack is simple but effective: having a daily cleaning routine. Instead of spending hours deep cleaning once a week, I dedicate just one hour a day to maintaining my home. This system keeps everything manageable and prevents messes from piling up.
If you’re looking for a realistic way to keep your home clean without spending all day scrubbing, here’s exactly how I do it!
My One-Hour Daily Cleaning Routine
Every day, I set aside one hour for cleaning. I follow the same structure each time, which helps me stay focused and efficient. Here’s my breakdown:
1️⃣ Start with Laundry (5 Minutes)
Before I do anything else, I throw a load of laundry in the washer. It’s a quick and easy task that sets my cleaning session in motion. Plus, by the time I finish my hour, it’s usually ready to be switched to the dryer.
2️⃣ Clean the Kitchen (20 Minutes)
The kitchen is the heart of the home, so I always dedicate the most time to it. I:
✔ Wipe down counters and appliances
✔ Load/unload the dishwasher
✔ Clean the sink
✔ Sweep or spot-clean the floor
3️⃣ Tidy the Living Room (10 Minutes)
Next, I move to the living room for a quick reset. I:
✔ Put away clutter
✔ Wipe down surfaces
✔ Fluff pillows and straighten blankets
✔ Do a quick vacuum or sweep if needed
4️⃣ Tackle a Bathroom (10 Minutes)
With three bathrooms in my home, I pick one per day to clean for ten minutes. Over the course of a few days, all the bathrooms get attention without feeling like a huge chore. My bathroom tasks include:
✔ Wiping down sinks and counters
✔ Scrubbing the toilet
✔ Spot-cleaning mirrors
✔ Emptying trash bins
5️⃣ Pick a Bonus Room (10 Minutes)
For the last part of my hour, I choose a different room to clean. This could be:
✔ My office
✔ My bedroom
✔ The guest bedroom
✔ The main hallways
This rotating approach keeps every space in my home tidy without requiring a full deep-cleaning session.
My Favorite Cleaning Hack: Entertainment! 🎧
To make my cleaning time more enjoyable, I always have something to listen to. Whether it’s:
📺 A YouTube video
🎧 An audiobook
🎶 A fun playlist
…having entertainment makes the time fly by, and I actually look forward to my cleaning session instead of dreading it.
Why This Routine Works
✅ It’s only an hour. It feels manageable, and I stay motivated since I know I won’t be cleaning all day.
✅ It prevents messes from piling up. Instead of deep-cleaning once a week, I maintain a clean home every day.
✅ It keeps my home guest-ready. No last-minute panic when someone’s coming over!
If you’re struggling to keep up with housework, try breaking it into a daily one-hour session like I do. It’s simple, effective, and keeps your home looking great with minimal effort!
Do you have a daily cleaning routine? Let me know in the comments—I’d love to hear your favorite cleaning hacks!
Elizabeth Yuen 