How Do You Keep Your House Clean During A Remodel?

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Remodeling your home is a great way to make your space feel new again. But how do you keep your house clean while you’re at it?

We all know that remodeling leaves behind a lot of dust and dirt. By the time your contractors leave and the job is done, you may have a serious layer of dust and debris left behind to clean up.

The best way to keep your house clean when renovating is to remove everything from the work area, seal off the area with plastic sheeting if possible, sweep and clean as you go, and establish a daily cleaning routine for your home in real time. project.

As is usually the case with cleaning, it may be easier in the long run to try to keep your house clean while the remodeling is still in place. There are some simple tips you can follow to keep your home clean while contractors are still in the middle of renovating your home.

But what about the dust that accumulates during your remodeling project? Is it harmful?

What should you do with your furniture?

When you’re remodeling your kitchen, bathroom, or any room in your house, you probably don’t want to spend hours cleaning up after yourself every day. Fortunately, there are many simple solutions to help keep your home clean while you work.

I’m going to share 7 tips to keep your home clean while remodeling. These tips will save you tons of time and energy, plus help you stay organized and productive.

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Is renovation dust harmful?

Renovating your home can be an exciting time. The new features you add to your home can be a great source of pride and excitement.

However, it can also be a time of frustration and aggravation, mainly because of the mess you will have to make during and after your remodeling project. Keep in mind that cleanliness isn’t all you need to worry about. There are a few things you’ll need to consider when deciding whether your renovation projects pose a potential risk to your health.

Renovation dust is potentially harmful if you have an older home. Older homes can be a hotbed for mold infections. If mold is discovered in your home during your home improvement projects, it can lead to a whole new project.

Mold removal can cost a lot of money and headaches to get rid of it. During a remodeling project, the dust that accumulates around your home could contain mold spores that pose a danger to you and your family.

Radon is another thing that people in certain areas have to worry about. Radon is a gas that can seep into your home from the ground. The presence of radon in your home is potentially dangerous, and you should seek professional advice on reducing radon levels in your home.

Lead is another potential problem in homes that were built before 1978. Before then, lead was commonly used in every coat of paint, whether interior or exterior.

During the renovation process, the drywall dust that will fly through the air could contain harmful lead. If there is a possibility that your home has layers of lead-based paint, please take the appropriate precautions during remodeling.

Asbestos is another dangerous building material that has been used in the past. Asbestos-containing materials can become airborne when disturbed. This is a dangerous material that can get stuck in the lungs. It is best to hire an asbestos removal service to ensure that it is removed properly.

Tips for keeping your home clean during a remodel

There are several things you can do to try to keep your home clean in the midst of a remodeling project besides a daily round of cleaning. These tips will not only help you preserve your existing decor and furniture, but they can help make final cleaning a breeze. It’s true that you may incur some extra costs to keep your home clean during a renovation project, but we like to think that those extra costs are more than worth it.

  • First, if possible, remove everything from the area you are working on. For example, if you’re in the middle of a kitchen remodel, you may want to consider moving any smaller appliances to a dust-free area of ​​your home. You may even want to remove light fixtures and wall decor to make sure that a layer of dust does not settle on these things.
  • You might also want to think about sealing the area. If you’re going through bathroom updates, it’s a good idea to hang some plastic sheeting in the doorway. This will form a protective barrier that will help limit the spread of dust in the bathroom only. Of course, you may still see some dust in other areas of your home; however, most of the dust will remain in the same room.
  • It is important to establish a daily cleaning routine for your home during the actual project. Make sure you dust, mop surfaces, sweep floors and vacuum every day. This will help reduce the amount of dust you have to deal with on a daily basis. Hopefully this will also make the final cleanup much easier.
  • Covering any furniture that you have to go to the construction zone is also a good idea. Any kind of plastic wrap or plastic sheets can be draped over the furniture to hopefully avoid heavy dust accumulation on your beautiful furniture. You may also want to consider vacuuming your furniture thoroughly when the remodeling project is complete.
  • If your project is not in front of your house, place some more plastic sheeting along the route your contractor will take through your home. Construction is messy work. If you are going to have a renovation project, it is best to avoid letting the mess fall all over the house. When the project is finished, this plastic can be easily rolled up and thrown away.
  • Consider opening windows and removing screens during a renovation project. This will allow any dirt and dust to blow out the window. You can point some box fans at the windows to encourage air to flow out of the room. It is important to remember to remove the screens. Drywall dust can settle on the screen and form a mud-like material that is difficult to remove.

Deep cleaning after a remodel

Cleaning up after a remodeling project should be much more extensive than the cleaning routine you established for the duration of the project. It’s important not to skip a final deep clean, as this can give you peace of mind that your home is thoroughly cleaned and your family is well protected. You might think that cleaning is cleaning, but there are some more thorough steps that need to be taken after a remodeling project.

  • Sweep, mop and vacuum the entire floor. Dust can accumulate in both carpet and wood floors; it can also be placed on ceramic tiles. Be sure to thoroughly clean all floors to ensure that as much dust as possible has been removed.
  • Vacuum all furniture and upholstery. Like flooring, it’s easy for dust particles to lodge in anything that’s upholstered. Extensive vacuuming of these will dramatically reduce the amounts of dust present.
  • Wipe down all surfaces, including walls and ceilings. You will be surprised at the amount of dust you wipe off your surfaces. Dust can blend in quite well with wooden furniture or in dark spaces. After wiping these surfaces, don’t be surprised if they look a few shades brighter!
  • Clean all windows, including window frames and screens. If you had your windows open to help with air circulation during the construction project, you will find a significant amount of dust on all sides of your windows. Cleaning them will give you the assurance that the construction dust is gone, once and for all.
  • Clean all vents and grills and don’t forget to replace the air filter. Dust will collect on all of these things, especially if you had the air conditioner or heater running during the remodeling. Replacing your air filter will ensure that you get fresh, filtered air into your home.
  • Pay attention to these details! Small spaces like ceiling fans, light fixtures, hinges and handles are the perfect place for dust to go unnoticed. It is important to try to remove as much dust as possible. Any dust left behind will continue to circulate around your home, and no one wants to inhale that!
  • Don’t forget your closets! You’d be surprised how much dust gets into your closets, even if they have doors on them. Be sure to wipe down any shelves you have, as well as wash or clean any items that may have been left in the cabinets during construction.

Cleaning services

It is often popular to see people hire a professional cleaning company to come in and do the hard work after a remodeling project. It will literally be this business’s job to clean your house and make sure there is little or no construction dust left when they are done. After all, you’ve just gone through the big hassle of a remodeling project; The last thing you want to do now is worry about cleaning it! While this is a very effective way to ensure your home is clean and dust free, it can end up being expensive. If this is a route you’re considering, you may want to consider planning it into your budget.

A remodeling project is something that can leave behind a lot of dirt and dust. It is important to remove this dirt and dust to ensure that your home stays clean and your family stays healthy.

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