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Cleaning thread?

99 replies

Kim82 · 17/08/2017 09:59

Do we have a daily cleaning thread running at the moment? I used to be on one a while ago which really helped me keep on top of all the housework so I'm wondering if anybody fancies starting it up again? We used to write a list of all chores that needed doing that day then tick them off as we did them. Seeing other people being productive spurred me on to get my jobs done instead of sitting playing on my phone instead. Is anybody up for that?

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Kim82 · 25/08/2017 20:33

He got them yesterday will, he did really well and got the grades needed to go to the college he wants. With the new grading he got the equivalent of 3 A's, 5 B's and a C! I'm super proud of him.

I didn't do all of my evening list, I couldn't be bothered, I made my tea and that's it. Dh has done the dishwasher and folded the washing, the rest can wait til the morning.

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Kim82 · 25/08/2017 20:34

Also, wine is more important than cleaning so drink up! I'll be finishing the bottle of prosecco I opened last night later so cheers! 🥂

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BewilderedBeaver · 25/08/2017 22:40

Done all except for;

Washing machine on (there's not quite a full load)
Put clean clothes away
Wipe downstairs toilet round
Sweep kitchen

Off to bed now, night all Smile

DodgyGround · 25/08/2017 22:46

Op, you'd like the Tody cleaning app, I reckon!

willhazboz · 25/08/2017 23:06

Cheers Kim! Brilliant that's excellent news! I didn't even know they had changed the grading.
I am not planning anything for tomorrow other than decorating her cake. Dh has the virus now so just hoping I get time to do it! Though he has plans with the lads tomorrow night so that will probably perk him right up! 😂

BewilderedBeaver · 26/08/2017 11:22

Morning, hope everyone's enjoying a sunny weekend like we are here!!

Today's list

Am
Declutter 1 upstairs room - DDs room - done
Make beds - done
Wipe bathroom round - done
Unload dishwasher
Washing in dryer/on line
Feed animals - done
Hoover and dust upstairs - done
Wash towels
Clean out animals

Pm
Declutter 1 downstairs room - front room ( side of sofa)
Dishwasher on
Washing machine on
Put clean clothes away
Wipe downstairs toilet round
Wipe kitchen down
Sweep kitchen floor
Feed animals
Walk dogs
Cook dinner

Challenge- couple of hours sorting the garden

celeste4 · 27/08/2017 09:25

Anyone joining me for a sunday cleaning mission today? We've been out most of friday and saturday so the house is looking a bit rough around the edges here today Blush

Afreshstartplease · 27/08/2017 10:15

celeste i will join you!

I spent yesterday zombiefied due to terrible sleeping dc4 and i did fuck all. It really was qn everyone fed no one dead kinda day! Had 6 hours sleep last night though so feeling fresh-ish!

So far

Washer on
Dryer on
Washing on line

BewilderedBeaver · 27/08/2017 10:47

So far I've;

Fed animals
Hoovered downstairs
Decluttered downstairs
Stripped beds
Bedding in wash

Still to do;
Prep and cook Sunday roast
Clean washing put away
Get everything ready for a day at the beach tomorrow.
Bake flapjack
Walk dogs
Wipe kitchen down and sweep floor at end of day

willhazboz · 27/08/2017 22:22

Right so I've had an incredibly busy weekend and only managed the basic (dishwasher and clothes washing!)
Tomorrow I need to:
Do handwashing
Dishwasher
Put clean washing away
Make sure my clothes are clean and ready for work on Tuesday
Go to get dd1's school shoes (starts nursery school in a coupe of weeks and they have to wear uniform)
Return some pjs bought for her birthday and get her something else from m&s.
Clean bathroom

Hope everyone has had a lovely weekend!

Kim82 · 28/08/2017 12:04

Hi everybody! I'm back again today as I've done nothing apart from the basics since Friday. My list for today is:

  • washing (probably a couple of loads)
  • empty dishwasher and re-load
  • wipe down kitchen worktops
  • Hoover throughout downstairs
  • tidy my bedroom
  • empty and bleach litter tray
  • tidy living room
  • dust living room
  • Hoover bedrooms, stairs and landing
  • fold and put away clean washing
  • iron work clothes for tomorrow

I'll see how I get on with that and maybe add some more later.

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celeste4 · 28/08/2017 12:50

Hi Kim, same here, we've been out and about all day everyday since Friday so we are just chilling around the house today.

ta da

washed dishes and put away
zoflora'd kitchen tops
put some washing on the line
made the beds
wiped the bathroom basin
bleached the loo
hoovered all upstairs

Gonna hoover downstairs this afternoon and the living room needs a once over with the duster and polish.

DodgyGround · 28/08/2017 15:32

I've been busy

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willhazboz · 28/08/2017 21:46

Done everything on the list and also changed towels, did 2 loads of washing and a few other bits
Tomorrow I am starting work so pretty much won't be doing much just:
Handwashing
Dishwasher
Clothes washing
Putting away clean clothes
Might try and brush and mop floors depends how tired I am!

Looks like everyone has had productive days

BewilderedBeaver · 30/08/2017 07:23

Hi all, I've had a couple of productive days but been out and about and not had time to post.

Today's list;
Am
Quick Declutter upstairs
Make beds
Wipe bathroom round
Unload dishwasher
Washing in dryer

Pm
Dishwasher on
Washing machine on
Put clean clothes away
Wipe downstairs toilet round
Wipe kitchen down
Sweep kitchen floor
Feed animals
Walk dogs
Cook dinner
Empty bins
Finish the shopping order to come tomorrow

Challenge - sort nectar card and make dentist appointment (I keep putting this off!)

I'm going into work for a few hours today to prep for next week too. Hope everyone has a lovely day.

Wheelycote · 30/08/2017 07:30

There is the fly lady thread kicking around but can't find it. I'd like to join it too

Kim82 · 30/08/2017 07:59

Hi and welcome Wheely!

I've been busy too Beaver, just haven't posted. We've got the professional cleaners coming any time from now today to start the clear up after the kitchen fire so today I'm already up, showered and dressed, the dc have eaten, the dishwasher has been emptied and re-loaded, washer is on, beds made and curtains open and I've hoovered the kitchen and cleaned the litter tray.

Still to do:

  • hang out clean washing
  • shower and dress the 3 year old
  • dry my hair
  • feed cats
  • put chicken in slow cooker

I'm taking the dc for a day out at the zoo around 10am to get them out of the cleaner's way but will be back later with my evening list.

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Kim82 · 30/08/2017 18:31

Hi everyone. We're back from the zoo and bloody shattered! Tea is currently cooking so tonight's list is:

  • finish making tea
  • clear up kitchen and put dishwasher on
  • feed cats
  • handwash stuff that can't go into dryer
  • empty waste food caddy
  • put washing in dryer
  • put car seat/pram, etc back into the car (went in sister's car)
  • load washer ready for the morning

After that I plan on flaking out on the sofa for the rest of the day!

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BewilderedBeaver · 30/08/2017 22:07

Hope you had a nice time at the zoo kim.

I still haven't made the dentist appointment Hmm but other than that I'm all done today. Hoping I can keep this up when I'm back at work properly next week!

BewilderedBeaver · 31/08/2017 07:43

Morning 😊

We are going to head out for abit this morning before the storms hit but today's jobs are;

Am
Quick Declutter upstairs
Make beds
Wipe bathroom round
Unload dishwasher
Washing in dryer
Get chicken out of the freezer for dinner

Pm
Dishwasher on
Washing machine on
Put clean clothes away
Wipe downstairs toilet round
Wipe kitchen down
Sweep kitchen floor
Feed animals
Walk dogs
Cook dinner
Empty bins hoover downstairs
Clean fridge out before shopping order comes

Challenge - make dentist appointment

Kim82 · 31/08/2017 08:18

Morning all. I'm up and moving already this morning as the clean up guys are here early again today. I have:

  • cleaned out litter tray
  • emptied dishwasher and started to re-load
  • turned the washer on

Still to do today:

  • fold and put away clean washing
  • another 1-2 loads of washing
  • iron work and nursery clothes for tomorrow
  • go to the shop for something doe tea
  • clean both bathrooms
  • Hoover bedrooms, stairs and landing
  • change standing order for nursery (dd is 3 now so funded hours kick in from next week - yay!)
  • pay dd2's breakfast club fees
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celeste4 · 31/08/2017 08:22

Morning all. I must remember to also post on this thread aswell as the flying thread and mingle with you lot.

Blitzing the bathroom is on my list today. I will need to nip to the shop on my way back from the park with ds this morning though to stock up on some bleach. Millions of bathroom germs will die. Grin

BewilderedBeaver · 01/09/2017 07:26

Morning again,

Got most things done yesterday but had a tricky afternoon with DD who seems to have injured her eye somehow so spent yesterday afternoon intermittently crying about it and needing lots of cuddles. Off to the GP to get it checked out this morning because it still looks very angry.

Today's list;

Am
Quick Declutter upstairs
Make beds
Wipe bathroom round
Unload dishwasher
Washing in dryer
Go to GP
Buy ink cartridge while out
Print things I'll need for work next week

Pm
Dishwasher on
Washing machine on
Put clean clothes away
Wipe downstairs toilet round
Wipe kitchen down
Sweep kitchen floor
Feed animals
Walk dogs
Cook dinner
Empty bins
Hoover downstairs

Challenge - wipe grubby marks on walls and skirting boards

Happy cleaning everyone 😊

willhazboz · 01/09/2017 11:08

Hi everyone!

First week in work finished and off with the girls today. Feeling monumentally lazy though! Only done basics whilst in work so today I need to:
Put on washing (probably at least 2 loads)
Put away washing (there's tons!)
Do weekly shop done
Walk dog

Dd2 has just gone for nap so I should be able to get cracking as the big one is no trouble. I just need motivation!

Hope your daughters eye is ok beaver

Happy cleaning!!

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