Looking for ways to keep your living room clean in 2023? You’re in the right place! Your living room is often where you relax, make memories, and spend time with family and friends. And if you spend most of your time here, you know how quickly it can get messy! Check out these ten tips from S&G Cleaning to clean and maintain your living room in the upcoming year. We hope you find these tips helpful and can incorporate them into your daily life, allowing you to heighten the ambiance of your living space and keep making memories!
1) Donate or resell what you don’t use.
It sounds like you definitely have at least one item in your living room (or closet) that hasn’t been used in quite some time if you’re still reading. Maybe it was something you purchased on a whim and never used, or maybe you received it as a gift and don’t really like. Take an inventory of your items, find those things you don’t use anymore. This can include clothes that no longer fit, decorations you no longer like, furniture you want to replace, and so on. Not only will donating them benefit someone else, but it will make more space in your home. Remember, if you haven’t touched it in months, chances are you won’t miss it.
You can also sell these extra items on Craigslist, and on online platforms like eBay, Mercari, and Poshmark if you have more time on your hands. After taking pictures, adding detailed descriptions and posting listings, you will be able to make some extra cash back from your efforts.
2) Have designated space for items
The best way to keep your living room clean is to have designated space for items. For instance, keep all of your electronics in one place, books on a shelf, or house plants in a corner.
Having designated space for items can make a big difference. It’s easy to lose things when they’re scattered around a room, and if you need something specific but can’t find it, chances are it won’t get used. Designating areas for items gives them a place to be put, making them easier to store and access.
3) Use baskets or bins
Baskets and bins are great organizers to help you designate spaces for your items in a decorative way. Because baskets and bins come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and materials, they can also add to the look of your living room.
Rather than leaving books, mail, toys, extra pillows, and so on all over the place, you can consolidate them into baskets. It’s a simple trick that makes a big difference over time. Also, don’t forget to put anything you tend to pick up while watching TV—remote controls, coasters and so on—into one basket at night. This way, you won’t have to go searching for these items when it comes time to turn off the television. Using baskets or bins to organize your items allows for greater accessibility and will save you time in the long-run. Furthermore, baskets and bins are a great investment, since you can move them to any room and use them for multiple purposes.
4) Adopt the one in, one out rule
For every new item you bring into your living room (whether it be a decoration or furniture), an old item should likely be removed from that space. This rule can be applied to all sorts of things—books, clothing, decor, etc.—and will help keep your home from getting too cluttered. You might not feel the need to apply this rule quite yet; however, once you do, it can hold you accountable in your efforts of organizing the living room.
5) Switch out rugs, blankets, and such fabrics.
Switch out old runs, blankets, and such fabrics. Over time, these items accumulate dust and debris, as well as odd odors. Not to mention spills and stains. To elevate your space and make it feel refreshed, you can purchase a new set of these items. But this time around, be sure to clean and maintain them weekly so that you can extend their lifespan and usability.
6) Invest in air fresheners and deodorizers.
If you’re like me, there are a few things around your living room that smell pretty bad. Garbage cans, dirty clothes, food remains—all of these can start smelling pretty badly after a while. If you have more than one garbage can in your home, make sure they’re all cleaned out at least once a week. This will keep foul odors from collecting in one location and will keep your home looking nicer overall. It’s also important to clean up spills immediately; when liquids sit for too long, they can seep into carpets or cause permanent damage to floors. It may be worth investing in some odor-removing products as well, such as air fresheners or deodorizers.
7) Make cleaning fun!
Cleaning does not have to be a miserable chore. Try to listen to music, audiobooks, podcasts or whatever you enjoy while dusting, sweeping, doing the dishes, and so on. This will make cleaning more enjoyable and also allow you to do something else you enjoy at the same time. You can also set a timer and make it a game for yourself to see if you can beat the clock!
8) Set aside time each day to clear clutter
Schedule time for you to clean and organize your living room each day. This can be as little as five minutes or as much as an hour, depending on your lifestyle and how often your space gets cluttered. But by setting aside some time each day to clear clutter, you’ll prevent it from piling up and making a bigger mess than necessary. You might find that having less clutter in the living room also makes it easier to stay organized throughout the rest of your home.
9) Establish a cleaning routine.
Having a set schedule and making cleaning an expected, regular occurrence will keep your living room from piling up with clutter. Plus, sharing cleaning duties with someone is a great way to spend time together!
If you often find yourself busy but still want to prioritize cleaning for mental health and wellbeing purposes, then it is beneficial to hire a professional cleaning service. Our residential cleaners know exactly how to treat your home, as these services specialize in their cleaning roles. It will truly heighten your space and the quality of your life!
10) Contact Us!
S&G Cleaning Services values consistent, quality service and trustworthy business practices. You can rest assured that your place will be taken care of effectively and efficiently with us. If you reside in Somerset County, NJ or nearby areas in New Jersey, contact us today at (908) 722-9254 to clean up your living space, as well as your loved ones’. Our cleaners will leave it spotless as we uphold our satisfaction guarantee.
