The “cleaning reality” rule
If something is:
- Touched a lot (handles, switches) → clean more often
- Wet or food-related (sink, fridge, counters) → clean more often
- Mostly just sits there (walls, curtains) → clean less often
Daily (or every couple days)
These are small, quick wins that prevent bigger messes later:
- Kitchen counters & stovetop (especially after cooking)
- Dishes / sink rinse (food buildup gets gross fast)
- Wipe high-touch spots: phone screen, door handles, light switches (every 1–3 days is fine)
- Quick floor sweep in busy areas (if you have pets or lots of crumbs)