Swap out bedding, vacuum floors, and deep-clean showers weekly to prevent long-term grime. Clean appliances like microwaves and fridges to stop bacteria buildup and keep your food fresher longer.

You may have heard of the 20/10 cleaning rule, where you clean for 20 minutes, take a 10-minute break, clean for 20 minutes, and so on. While this method is helpful when you're attempting to complete ...