How To Deep Clean Your House in 1 Week [Free Printable]
I want to give you the best house deep cleaning routine you will ever find on the internet.
It’s such a bold claim but that’s what I hope to achieve today.
This is a checklist I use for my own home and I want you to have it! You can adjust to suit your own space.
When my home hasn’t been deep cleaned in a while, I can literally feel it in my body. I’m sure you understand what I mean. It’s just a feeling I can’t shake.
A deep clean doesn’t just freshen things up, it can literally lift a weight off your shoulders. Unfortunately, with our busy schedule, work, and small children sometimes a quick clean is all you can really manage.
That’s why I wrote this post.
If you are a busy babe or mum, this free printable deep clean checklist will give you an ACTUAL PLAN to tackle the tasks you have been neglecting for so long.
Complete House Deep Cleaning Schedule
How It Works:
- 5 zones, 7 days: Inspired by Flylady’s system, we tackle one zone each day. Too much? Take it slow and spread it over a month just like Flylady suggests.
- 1-2 hour bursts/ 15-20 minute sprints:Â If you want to get it done in a week, dedicate 1-2 hours of cleaning everyday for a week. If you spread it over a month, that’s 15-20 minutes of focused cleaning daily.Â
- Pick your path: Start wherever you feel motivated! Tackle the living room before the bathroom, or vice versa – it’s up to you. Also decide if you will tackle this in one week or 1 month.
- Customise:Â Everyone’s home is unique so feel free to create zones that work for your specific home.
The Zones:
- Zone 1: Entrance, Front Porch, and Dining Room
- Zone 2: The Kitchen
- Zone 3: Bathroom and an Extra Room
- Zone 4: The Master Bedroom
- Zone 5: The Living Room
We technically have about 5 weeks in one month so this works out perfectly.
When customising the zones, choose areas of the house that don’t take as long to clean in Zones 1 and 5.
If this is confusing, read this post first.
Ready for a properly deep cleaned home? Grab your free printable checklist and just start!
Day 1: Deep Clean the Entrance, Front Porch, and Dining Room
Front Porch Deep Clean Checklist
|
Task |
Estimated Time (minutes) |
|---|---|
|
Remove cobwebs from ceiling |
5 |
|
Clean porch furniture if any |
10 |
|
Sweep the porch |
15 |
|
Mop floors with warm water or pressure wash (if applicable) |
10 |
|
Shake out and vacuum the door mat |
5 |
|
Throw away any dead plants |
5 |
|
Wipe off tables and light fixtures |
10 |
|
Get rid of unwanted items and shoes |
5 |
|
Clean and wipe down door |
5 |
|
Wipe down doorknobs, light switches, and other high-touch areas with disinfectant wipes |
5 |
|
Add your seasonal decorative touches (wreath, welcome mat, bell) |
10 |
|
Check for cracks and repairs |
5 |
Total Estimated Time: 1 hour 15 minutesDifficulty Level: Easy
Entrance/ Hallway Deep Clean Checklist
|
Task |
Estimated Time (minutes) |
|---|---|
|
Put away mail, keys, bags, or other items that might be lying around |
5 |
|
Straighten the coat closet if present |
5 |
|
Clean cobwebs |
5 |
|
Dust window sills and front door |
5 |
|
Dust furniture |
10 |
|
Dust baseboards |
10 |
|
Clean stains from walls and switch plates |
10 |
|
Water the plants |
5 |
|
Vacuum and steam clean rug/carpet if present |
15 |
|
Sweep/vacuum and mop the floor |
15 |
|
Change the picture frames/ art if necessary |
5 |
Total Estimated Time: 1 hour 5 minutesDifficulty Level: Medium
Dining Room Deep Clean Checklist
|
Task |
Estimated Time (minutes) |
|---|---|
|
Clean cobwebs |
5 |
|
Dust window sills |
5 |
|
Clean the window |
15 |
|
Clean and polish top of dining table |
10 |
|
Tidy chairs |
5 |
|
Clean and straighten drawer or cabinet |
10 |
|
Water plants |
5 |
|
Dust bottoms of chairs |
5 |
|
Dust baseboards |
10 |
|
Move furniture and vacuum underneath/clean hidden corners |
15 |
|
Sweep and vacuum floors |
15 |
|
Spot clean upholstery |
10 |
|
Add seasonal touches to table (flowers, candles or tablecloth) |
10 |
Total Estimated Time: 1 hour 30 minutesDifficulty Level: Easy
Day 2&3: Deep Clean the Kitchen
Kitchen Deep Clean Checklist
|
Task |
Estimated Time (minutes) |
|---|---|
|
Empty and clean refrigerator |
20 |
|
Defrost freezer and clean thoroughly |
25 |
|
Clean microwave inside and out |
10 |
|
20 | |
|
Deep clean oven (self-clean function if available, otherwise focus main areas) |
30 |
|
Deep clean dishwasher |
20 |
|
Clean and wipe appliances |
15 |
|
Wash dishes |
15 |
|
Empty dish racks |
5 |
|
Deep clean garbage disposal |
5 |
|
Deep clean kitchen sink |
5 |
|
Clean under sink and throw away expired items |
10 |
|
Straighten drawers/cupboards (quick tidy and put-away) |
15 |
|
Organize pantry and spice rack (essential items only) |
20 |
|
Sharpen knives |
5 |
|
Wipe fingerprints off walls |
5 |
|
Wash inside windows |
15 |
|
Clean extractor fan filters and hood |
10 |
|
Scrub and wipe down cabinet fronts |
15 |
|
Descale and clean kettle and coffee machine |
15 |
|
Wipe light fixtures |
5 |
|
Remove cobwebs |
5 |
|
Wipe baseboards |
10 |
|
Wash/clean curtains/blinds |
15 |
|
Take out trash and deep clean bin |
10 |
|
Clean pet dishes (if applicable) |
5 |
Total Estimated Time: 5 hours 15 minutesDifficulty Level: Hard
Day 4: Bathroom(s) and Extra Room
Bathroom Deep Clean Checklist
|
Task |
Estimated Time (minutes) |
|---|---|
|
Wash bath mat and shower curtains |
15 |
|
Straighten drawers or cabinets |
10 |
|
Clean shower and (or) tub |
15 |
|
Wash shower door |
5 |
|
Clean medicine cabinet if present and throw away empty product bottles |
5 |
|
Clean mirror and countertops |
10 |
|
Descale taps with brush on descaler or paper towel soaked in vinegar |
5 |
|
Clean toilet |
10 |
|
Vacuum and scrub floors |
15 |
|
Empty and replace bin |
5 |
Total Estimated Time: 1 hour 20 minutesDifficulty Level: Medium
Extra Bedroom Deep Clean Checklist
|
Task |
Estimated Time (minutes) |
|---|---|
|
Polish furniture |
5 |
|
Straighten drawers/closet (light declutter, put away essentials) |
5 |
|
Clean cobwebs |
5 |
|
Dust mattress pad/rug (brush or quick vacuum) |
5 |
|
Flip mattress |
5 |
|
Wash curtains |
5 |
|
Wash windows (focus on inside) |
5 |
|
Clean window and blinds |
5 |
|
Straighten bookcase |
2 |
|
Straighten desk |
2 |
|
Clean out the closet (discard expired items and obvious clutter) |
5 |
|
Put away stray items |
2 |
|
Vacuum and mop floors |
10 |
|
Deep clean carpet/rug |
5 |
|
Fertilize plants (water and quick feeding) |
2 |
|
Make the bed |
3 |
Total Estimated Time: 47 minutesDifficulty Level: Medium
Day 5: The Master Bedroom (including it’s bathroom and closet)
Master Bedroom Deep Clean Checklist
|
Task |
Estimated Time (minutes) |
|---|---|
|
Dust light fixtures |
5 |
|
Wipe ceiling fans (if present) |
10 |
|
Dust/polish furniture |
15 |
|
Clean off surfaces |
10 |
|
Remove cobwebs |
5 |
|
Wash mattress pad and sheets |
5 |
|
Flip mattress |
5 |
|
Empty trash |
5 |
|
Clean windows |
10 |
|
Straighten drawers |
10 |
|
Dust baseboards |
10 |
|
Wash/clean curtains/blinds |
15 |
|
Vacuum floors (including under bed) |
15 |
|
Deep clean carpet/rug |
15 |
|
Mop floors (if applicable) |
15 |
|
Make the bed |
10 |
Total Estimated Time: 2 hours 10 minutesDifficulty Level: Medium
Master Bathroom Deep Clean Checklist
|
Task |
Estimated Time (minutes) |
|---|---|
|
Open window (if present) |
5 |
|
Wash bath towels and bath mat |
10 |
|
Wipe down sink and vanity countertops |
5 |
|
Straighten up makeup |
5 |
|
Straighten drawer cabinets |
10 |
|
Clean shower/tub and demold |
15 |
|
Deep clean toilet (quick scrub and disinfectant) |
10 |
|
Mop the floor |
15 |
|
Clean shower head (vinegar soak or wipe-down) |
5 |
|
Deep clean drain |
10 |
|
Deep clean/replace shower curtain and liner (quick wipe or remove and launder) |
15 |
|
Empty bin |
5 |
Total Estimated Time: 1 hour 35 minutesDifficulty Level: Easy
Bedroom Closet/ Wardrobe Deep Clean Checklist
|
Task |
Estimated Time (minutes) |
|---|---|
|
Sort through clothes and declutter |
30 |
|
Straighten the top shelves |
5 |
|
Dust shelf and surfaces |
5 |
|
Fold and organise clothes |
15 |
|
Arrange and refresh shoes |
10 |
|
Dust shoe shelves |
5 |
|
Vacuum floors |
10 |
|
Clean mirrors and glass (if present) |
5 |
|
Wipe down hangers |
5 |
|
Rotate seasonal clothes (quick swap) |
10 |
Total Estimated Time: 1 hour 25 minutesDifficulty Level: Medium
Day 6: The Living Room
Living Room Deep Clean Checklist
|
Task |
Estimated Time (minutes) |
|---|---|
|
Clean cobwebs |
5 |
|
Wipe ceiling fans (if present) |
10 |
|
Clean windows and open for fresh air |
15 |
|
Straighten bookcases and media console |
10 |
|
Wash ornaments and knick-knacks (quick wipe) |
10 |
|
Straighten pillows and throws |
5 |
|
Clean out end table(s) |
5 |
|
Straighten drawers (quick tidy) |
5 |
|
Wipe fingerprints from walls (high-traffic areas) |
5 |
|
Dust and polish furniture and surfaces |
15 |
|
Clean out magazine racks (surface and dust) |
5 |
|
Clean under sofa (vacuum and wipe) |
10 |
|
Clean out fireplace and mantle |
10 |
|
Move furniture and vacuum underneath |
10 |
|
Wipe baseboards |
10 |
|
Vacuum floors |
15 |
|
Mop floors or deep clean carpet/rug |
15 |
|
Refresh seasonal decor (simple additions) |
5 |
Total Estimated Time: 2 hour 5 minutesDifficulty Level: Medium
Day 7: The Laundry Room
Laundry Room Deep Clean Checklist
|
Task |
Estimated Time (minutes) |
|---|---|
|
Complete laundry and empty baskets |
20 |
|
Drain and clean washing machine filter |
5 |
|
Clean washing machine seal |
5 |
|
Clean soap dispenser tray with toothbrush and soap |
5 |
|
Remove lint from dryer lint trap and vacuum heat exchange |
5 |
|
Do a washing machine drum clean with cleaner or baking soda and vinegar |
5 |
|
Wipe outside of washer and dryer (damp microfiber cloth) |
5 |
|
Check laundry supply and discard empty products |
5 |
|
Empty bin (if present) |
5 |
|
Sweep and mop the floor |
15 |
|
Remove cobwebs |
5 |
|
Look behind appliances for lost items |
5 |
Total Estimated Time: 1 hour 20 minutesDifficulty Level: Easy
Time Saving Cleaning Tips
- Gather your cleaning supplies all at once. This will help you avoid having to run back and forth for more cleaning products or towels. You can create a cleaning caddy for each floor or area of your house.
- Declutter first before cleaning. As the Fly Lady always says, you can’t clean clutter. Save yourself time by doing a declutter challenge first.
- Work from top to bottom. This will help prevent dirt and dust from settling on surfaces that you have already cleaned.
- Don’t be afraid to skip some tasks. If you’re short on time, you can skip some of the less important tasks, such as adding your seasonal decorative touches.
- Invest in a cordless vacuum cleaner. It makes the job of moving and cleaning so much easier.
- Hire deep cleaning services. Deep cleaning a whole house is actually a ton of work. There’s no shame in hiring someone to do all the work for you. Simply print out this schedule for them to follow.
- Clean regularly. Deep cleaning should not be reserved for special times, follow a regular cleaning schedule for your home.Â
Conclusion
Creating and executing a deep cleaning for your home or flat is not a small job.
What you have done or are attempting to do is a pretty big deal!
If you already completed this weekly cleaning schedule, you should be so proud of yourself!
Till next time.
Remember that a clean home does not happen by accident, it has to be done on purpose.
If you are in the mood for more cleaning, then I have a ton of house cleaning schedules for you to explore.
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