Use Multi-Tasking Products:
Try not to fall into the manufacturer's traps of buying a load speciality products for each little aspect of house cleaning. You'll only end up collecting a cupboard full of expensive cleaning products you never use! Instead, stick to products you really need for instance a disinfecting all-purpose cleaner that can also clean glass, a disinfecting bathroom cleaner and a floor cleaner that is safe on wood and tile.
Have the Right Tools:
The same goes for cleaning tools. If you buy all the speciality tools the manufacturers are trying to sell you, you'll have nowhere to put them. All you really need to keep your house spotless are some quality micro-fibre cleaning cloths, a few sponges, a handle and detail scrub brush, a plastic scraper, a vacuum that can clean hard floors and carpets, a microfiber "feather" duster and a micro-fibre mop.
Grab a Toothbrush:
It's hard to find a tool that will beat this all-purpose cleaning gadget. A toothbrush or grout brush can help you get the toughest grime out of the tightest corners and makes cleaning vents simple. The strength is in the bristles though. Let them do the work for you.
Make a Cleaning Caddy:
Make your cleaning more efficient and less time consuming by organising your cleaning supplies in a cleaning caddy. This way, no matter where you are in the house, the essential tools and products will be right at your fingertips. You could even keep basic equipment and sprays in a tool belt while you clean!
Declutter First:
Most homes have too much clutter. Removing that excess stuff is key to getting the house clean. You need to find a place to keep your books and magazines before you can begin to dust and polish.
Follow a System:
Having a system is important for effective cleaning. Make sure you finish one cleaning task before begin tackling another, or you'll find yourself overwhelmed and a bit chaotic - forgetting what you have and haven't done. Also, remember to scour each room top to bottom, so you're catching dust as it falls.