Cleaning an apartment can seem daunting, whether your doing it alone or with roommates. Where do you even start? What cleaning items do you need? How do you clean the bathtub or the kitchen sink? No need to fret. We’re here to help answer all of these questions and more. So, whether you’re moving out of a rental in Austin, moving into a new apartment in Sacramento, or your current apartment just needs a deep cleaning, we’ve prepared the ultimate apartment cleaning checklist to keep your place looking immaculate, organized, and dirt-free.
Cleaning supplies
It’ll be hard to clean your apartment if you don’t have the proper supplies. Although there are many products and tools you can use for apartment cleaning, these are some basics you’ll absolutely need.
- All-purpose cleaner
- Toilet brush
- Sponges
- Glass cleaner
- Microfiber cloth
- Vacuum cleaner
- Mop
- Broom
- Baking soda
- Duster
Apartment cleaning checklist: bathroom
The bathroom is one of the most frequently used rooms in any home, and it can be the biggest pain to clean if you don’t address it regularly. To avoid some of the dirty work, don’t wait until your bathroom needs a deep cleaning to finally tackle the mess. Consistently cleaning your bathroom will save time in the long run and prevent marathon cleaning sessions.
Shower or bathtub
- Thoroughly scrub the bathtub, shower, and bathroom tiles to remove soap scum. You can use a commercial cleaner to remove soap scum from the different fixtures in your bathroom. But you can also make your own with distilled white vinegar and baking soda.
- Remove and replace bottles of shampoo, conditioner, etc.
Sink, mirrors, and countertops
- Scrub and wipe down the sink and faucet.
- Use glass cleaner to wipe down the mirrors.
- Use an all-purpose cleaner to clean your bathroom countertops and surfaces.
Toilet and toilet bowl
- Use a toilet brush to clean the toilet bowl.
- Wipe down the toilet lid, tank, and handle.
Floors
- Use bleach or other heavy-duty cleaners…
