For many families, weekends are the only time to give the home the proper clean it needs. But because weekends are for doing the things your family enjoys (and cleaning is not one of them), its best to get the job done quickly. Read on as we share some shortcuts to speed up the cleaning process and even have fun in the process.

Shortcut 1: Clean according to zones, not rooms

Cleaning room by room will cause a logistical nightmare as to who gets the vacuum or mop next. Zones apply to the entire house and keeps the process streamlined and the momentum going.

Some zone ideas:

• Dusting and tidying
• Surface cleaning
• Vacuuming floors & carpets
• Mopping floors
• Washing windows
• Doing the laundry
• Etc.

Shortcut 2: Give each helper a zone or two

Give each helper a zone/s of equal effort and time, and figure out a game plan. For example, the duster, vacuumer and window washer sets off, followed by the surface cleaner, and mopper, etc.

Shortcut 3: Use a cleaning caddy

It wastes time walking to and from the cleaning cupboard to collect various cleaning supplies. Use a cleaning caddy for surface cleaning and make sure it has everything needed for the job.

Shortcut 4: Make it a race & play music

Keeping the squad motivated throughout the process is a job on its own. Let the clock do it instead, and save time in the process. Set an appropriate time like 20 minutes and let the race begin. Naturally some of the zones might need to be broken up into parts, to make it fair. Give prizes to winners and play music to get the vibe going.

Shortcut 5: Use specialist products and tools

Some products are just more effective at cleaning certain things. Use specialist products and tools like JIM Kitchen Cleaner, JIM Air Fryer Cleaner and Furni Polish.

Shortcut 6: Spray & soak

Do this tip the night before the big clean. Spray oily spots and soak stains on clothes and carpets to make cleaning the next day easier and quicker.

Shortcut 7: Clean on the go

After all the effort, the kitchen and bathroom will just get dirty again in a matter of hours. Clean on the go. For example hang a handheld window squeegee in the shower which the person showering can give the shower doors a quick wipe after showering.

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