Expert Summer Cleaning Tips for a Fresh and Healthy Home
Summer brings sunshine, longer days, and a renewed desire to spend time outside. However, high temperatures, humidity, and increased outdoor activity also present unique challenges for keeping your home clean and healthy. Here at Cleaner Cleaner, we understand these challenges and are here to share some expert cleaning tips to ensure your home remains your fresh summer oasis.
Plastic blinds are notorious dust collectors, but regular wiping can significantly reduce the amount of dust circulating in your home. Image by freepik
Combating Summer Dust and Dirt
Warmer weather means open windows, inviting dust and other airborne particles indoors. Regular vacuuming with a HEPA filter is essential, targeting high-traffic areas, carpets, rugs, and furniture edges. Curtains and blinds are dust magnets, so it’s a good idea to include them in your regular cleaning schedule. Use your vacuum cleaner’s upholstery attachment to remove dust from curtains and the small nozzle to clean blinds, regardless of whether they are textile, plastic, or wooden. If you have an air conditioner, regularly clean its filter to prevent airflow obstruction and potential damage to the unit.
If you (and your pet) enjoy outdoor activities in summer, our tips will help prevent tracking dirt and grime onto your carpets and furniture.
Dealing with Dirt from Outdoor Adventures
Even if you don’t have a mudroom, it is wise to designate a space near your home’s entrance where you remove dirty clothes and shoes to contain mud and dirt. Use washable doormats for pets and wipe down your shoes after outdoor adventures. Keep a towel by the door to clean muddy paws before your pets enter the house. Vacuuming regularly during the summer is essential to prevent dirt buildup and keep indoor air quality healthy. If dirt gets tracked inside, consider deep cleaning your carpets to avoid damage to the fibres and lengthen the lifespan of your floors.
Check also: 6 Proven Ways to Keep Your Furniture and Carpets Clean All Year Round
Sweat stains can quickly ruin your bedding, so following our laundry and mattress cleaning tips is essential.
Managing Summer Sweat and Odours
Increase ventilation, wash bedding frequently, and consider using mattress refreshing sprays. Summertime increases sweat and sebum buildup on bedding. Wash your sheets, pillowcases, and mattress covers in hot water (at least 55°C or 130°F) weekly to eliminate sweat and prevent bacteria growth. If your mattress is double-sided, flip it to the summer side for cooler sleep and less sweating. Consider professional mattress cleaning for the winter side to tackle stains, odours, allergens, and dust mites.
Read also: 6 Questions About Your Mattress Answered By a Professional Cleaner
Increased sweating can also become an issue for the upholstery too. To prevent your sofa from looking shabby and worn out, consider using a throw cover during the hottest months – the sebum and sweat will remain on the washable covers instead of the furniture fabrics.
Check also: 4 Ways to Restore and Maintain the Sofa Upholstery
Deep clean carpets and furniture to keep pests away. Cleaning your pet’s bed more often during summer also minimises the risk of infestations. Image by wirestock on Freepik
Keeping Summer Pests at Bay
During the summer, as we become more active, so do insects. Seal up your home’s entry points, install window screens, and use repellents to deter insects. Research targeted solutions for specific pest issues to prevent infestations. Regular deep cleaning of carpets, upholstery, and mattresses helps eliminate hiding spots for pests and their eggs. Professional deep cleaning removes deeply embedded dirt, preventing bacteria buildup that attracts pests. The hot water extraction carpet and furniture cleaning procedures effectively kill dust mites and allergens.
Check also: Summer Cleaning Tips for a Healthy & Pest-Free Home
Brushing your pet will help minimise pet hair on your sofa, and it’s also a wonderful bonding experience. Image by freepik
Summer Shedding and Furry Friends
Regularly brush your pets as shedding increases in summer. Keep a lint roller at hand for quick furniture touch-ups. For stubborn fur, use the upholstery attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Deep carpet cleaning effectively removes embedded fur from heavily fur-laden carpets. Also, you can check some of our professional tips on dealing with pet hair on upholstery and carpets.
Disinfect your bathroom with bleach while wearing gloves to protect your hands and prevent the spread of mould spores throughout your home.
Combating Mould and Mildew
Summer brings up humidity levels, which increases the risk of mould growth. Maintain low humidity levels and ensure good ventilation to prevent your home from becoming a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi. Ideally, the humidity levels in your home should be around 30- 50%. Use dehumidifiers in damp areas like bathrooms and kitchens. Run bathroom fans during showers and leave doors open when you don’t use the area to allow proper airflow.
Read also: 7 Ways to Deal with Mould at Home
To sanitise the bathroom, clean the surfaces like mirrors, tiles, and cabinets with vinegar and water. If you suspect there’s already mould growth, opt for the heavy artillery and get a bathroom cleaner containing bleach or bleach and water solution. Use silica gel packets or chalk in wardrobes to absorb moisture. Avoid leaving spills unattended, and fix any leaks, as even small amounts of standing water can result in mould growth.
When you book a professional cleaning in summer you can enjoy stain-free, sanitised carpets and upholstery, ready to use the same day!
Carpet and Furniture Cleaning is a Summer Essential
Summer is the perfect time to clean your carpets, furniture, and mattresses thoroughly. The warmer temperatures and improved ventilation help speed up the drying process. Another advantage of summer is that you can leave removable upholstery and furniture covers, as well as small area rugs, to dry outside in the sun. UV rays effectively kill bacteria and mould spores and help sanitise the fabrics. Essentially, deep cleaning furnishings in summer is an investment in your winter comfort.
Check also: 9 Questions About Stain Protecting Your Carpets and Upholstery
The Benefits of Booking Professional Cleaning Service This Summer
Professional services provide specialised deep cleaning techniques, expertise, and equipment to remove stubborn stains and restore your home’s appearance. Hiring cleaners saves time and effort, contributing to a healthier living space.
At Cleaner Cleaner, we offer professional carpet, upholstery, and mattress cleaning services. Our experienced team uses advanced methods and high-quality products for exceptional results. Contact us for a free quote and experience the difference professional cleaning can make.
We hope these tips help you enjoy a fresh, clean, and healthy home this summer.
