The Apartment Cleaning Checklist For Plainfield

June 17, 2022
Spacious kitchen located at Verge Luxury Flats.

If you need to do a complete clean-out or your Plainfield apartment just looks dirty, a detailed cleaning will freshen it up again. It’s fairly common to get frustrated when you take on more than you should at once. To make straightening up your unit less stressful, we’ve devised an apartment cleaning checklist for Plainfield tenants.

Your Plainfield Apartment Cleaning Checklist For All Spaces

Complete these tasks in every room of your place before addressing specific rooms to be as efficient as possible. Reference this apartment cleaning checklist for Plainfield to keep track of everything.

  • Declutter table tops and other areas.
  • Look above you and dust in corners of ceilings.
  • Dust door frames and tops of doors.
  • Clean walls and baseboards.
  • Remove grime from windows with a clean rag and glass cleaner.
  • Wipe down, wash, or shake out window coverings.
  • Disinfect doorknobs.
  • Mop or vacuum all flooring and treat scuff marks and stains.
  • Dust the slats and any hard-to-reach spots of your ceiling fans.
  • Take out the trash.

Your Cleaning Checklist for Living Rooms

Living room with vibrant orange and green decor, located at Ivy Towns and Flats Apartments. 

Whether you prefer hosting get-togethers or sitting alone in a quiet space, make your living room neat and welcoming with a proper cleaning.
  • Freshen up furniture with a vacuum and spot cleaning. Utilize a vacuum attachment to remove hair if pets are present.
  • Dust flat surfaces and everything on them.
  • Wipe down electronics safely with a microfiber cloth.
  • Polish wood furniture.
  • Sanitize remote controls.
  • Make sure essential items like remotes are situated in an easy-to-find area.

Cleaning Checklist for the Dining Room

Vibrant green and orange decor in a dining room area located at Lakeside apartments. 

The multitude of dirty areas in the dining room are a result of food. For food remnants attached to a tabletop or floor, position a slightly moistened rag on top of it for a minute to soften it a bit.
  • Wipe crumbs from tabletops and seats and address any sticky spots.
  • Wipe off the backs and legs of chairs.
  • Polish a wood table or use glass-cleaning product on a glass-top table.
  • Go with a feather duster to remove dust from any open shelves with breakables or dishes.

Cleaning Checklist for Apartment Kitchens

Modern kitchen with neutral colors, located at Penrose Apartments. 

Kitchens can get sticky and smelly from your daily meal prep. You could use standard options to deal with that layer of grease and grime, but some all-natural supplies can do the job too.
  • Wipe down cabinets with soapy water on a cloth and follow with a another clean cloth.
  • Clean off counters with an appropriate product for your specific material or simply use white vinegar.
  • Clean your kitchen sink with a mixture of baking soda and a bit of water. A few shakes of baking soda down the disposal will aid in removing odors. Rinse it with water after it’s had time to work for 5-10 minutes.
  • Run a hot water cycle on the dishwasher with a bowl of vinegar on the upper rack. Then wipe out the unit with a clean rag.
  • Heat a cup of water to a boil in the microwave to let the steam loosen up burned-on food debris. Wipe out with a damp sponge or cloth.
  • Carefully remove and clean stove burner parts in a sink. Spray the door to your oven and stovetop with an appropriate product or a one-to-one mix of household vinegar and water and scrub.
  • Follow your oven’s self-cleaning instructions or just make use of a water and baking soda paste to wash it out.
  • Utilize a food-safe cleaning product or vinegar and water to take care of the the fridge shelves and interior; then wipe away whatever’s left with a sponge of soft cloth. Then move it and sweep the floor underneath.

Cleaning Checklist for Your Bathroom

Black and gray countertop with a large mirror inside a bathroom. It is located at Verge Luxury Flats Apartments. 

If you dread dealing with dirty bathrooms, take on these simple cleaning tasks every day to keep the bathroom from getting too messy.
  • Clean the mirror with a spray-on cleaner and a clean cloth.
  • Disinfect countertops with an all-purpose cleaner or a solution of water and vinegar on a cloth.
  • Gently wipe cabinetry with some soap and water and then use a a soft rag.
  • Scrub the toilet bowl.
  • Clean off your toilet exterior with a disinfecting product or vinegar mix.
  • Wash off the tub and shower with a vinegar mix or a suitable cleaner.

Bedroom Cleaning Checklist for Plainfield

A clean and spacious bedroom located at Highpointe Apartments. 

You’ll feel more rested in a dust-free and uncluttered bedroom!
  • Straighten up or reorganize your closet.
  • Dust flat surfaces, lamps, and knick-knacks.
  • Change and wash the bedding.
  • Collect any errant dirty clothes and put them in the wash or a hamper.
  • Use an extendable dusting tool to dust underneath your bed frame.

Choose Your Next Apartment At Crossing 5 Towns & Flats

A dirt-free apartment is great, but sometimes you would be better off with a new apartment altogether. You should consider the spacious, luxury apartments at Crossing 5. Reach out to our leasing agents at (317) 561-0907 or arrange a tour to view your options.