The sense of accomplishment with a room-by-room cleaning strategy is real, plus there are plenty of ways to make it your own.

My husband and I have been busy lately, so when the weekend comes, we don’t want to do much of anything except relax. Some people might find cleaning relaxing, but I’m not one of them. So except for ...

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Using too much product, skipping dry prep, or mixing cleaners can make cleaning less effective. Use microfiber for glass, clean mop heads for floors, and surface-safe brushes to prevent scratches.