| Area | Daily | Weekly | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | Wipe hob/counter, wash dishes, mop spills | Clean chimney/exhaust, scrub sink, wipe inside microwave | Deep-clean fridge (remove shelves), descale kettle |
| Bathroom | Wipe basin, flush clean, squeegee shower | Scrub toilet, clean mirror, mop floor with disinfectant | Descale showerhead, wash curtain/mat, clean grout |
| Bedroom | Make bed, put away clothes | Vacuum/mop floor, dust surfaces, change pillowcase | Change bedsheets, vacuum mattress, clean under bed |
| Living room | Quick tidy, put things away | Dust shelves + fan + TV, vacuum sofa/carpet, mop | Wipe walls/skirting, clean curtains, deep-vacuum |
| Balcony | — | Sweep + wipe railing | Scrub floor with water, clean mesh/grill |
| Surface | Best Cleaner | Avoid | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen counter (granite) | Mild dish soap + water | Vinegar, lemon (acid etches stone) | Dry immediately after cleaning |
| Glass / mirrors | Glass cleaner or 50:50 water + isopropyl | Paper towels (streaks) | Use microfibre or newspaper |
| Toilet bowl | Harpic / thick bleach | Mixing bleach + acid cleaners | Leave 5 min before brushing |
| Stainless steel sink | Bar Keepers Friend or baking soda paste | Steel wool (scratches) | Rinse thoroughly, dry to avoid water spots |
| Wood furniture | Dry microfibre + polish spray | Excess water, bleach | Quarterly polish keeps finish |
| Tiles / grout | Harpic or baking soda + old toothbrush | Vinegar on unsealed grout | Seal grout every 2 years |
| AC filter (indoor) | Gentle rinse + dry fully | Wetting while still fitted | Clean every 2–4 weeks in use |
| Stain | Fabric / Upholstery | Hard Surface |
|---|---|---|
| Tea / Coffee | Cold water rinse, then liquid detergent. HOT water sets stain | Baking soda paste, scrub, rinse |
| Oil / Clarified butter | Cornstarch/powder first (absorbs oil), then dish soap | Dish soap direct + hot water |
| Turmeric | Sunlight + liquid detergent. Sunlight bleaches naturally | Baking soda + dish soap, let sit 5 min |
| Ink | Isopropyl alcohol on cloth, dab (not rub) | Isopropyl or nail-polish remover (test first) |
| Blood | COLD water only (heat sets blood), then enzyme detergent | Hydrogen peroxide (3%), rinse well |
| Red wine | Blot, salt to absorb, cold water + soda water | Blot, then regular cleaner |
| Mould | White vinegar spray, leave 1h, scrub, rinse | Bleach solution (1:10) or anti-mould spray |