Free printable cleaning checklist PDF

When the doorbell rings, whats the first thought that pops into your head? If it has something to with the fact that your home is definitely not ready for visitors, this printable cleaning schedule is for you. Trust me, this customizable free printable cleaning checklist will have you rolling out the welcome mat!

Okay, look, I know it has to be done, but cleaning is definitely not my favorite thing. The broom and I are never going to be BFFs. The thought of a new sponge and the citrus scent of cleaners is never going to have me leaping from bed, bright eyed and eager. Sorry, its just not going to happen.

However, that said, I do enjoy a tidy home. To help me overcome my procrastination and jam-packed schedule, I rely on, you guessed it, a printable! More specifically, a free printable cleaning schedule.

This printable weekly cleaning schedule breaks up household chores over the course of six days, which makes them seem less like a marathon and much more manageable. Instead of spending hours dashing around the house trying to do it all at once, there are just a few things to do each day! If youre ready to whip your home into shape, download your copy of the free printable cleaning schedule now!

Bonus: This printable cleaning log is actually a twofer. When you download the file youll get a PDF version of the free printable cleaning checklist and a customizable Word file. Use the Word file if you want to shift the cleaning schedule around to fit your life.

For example, I really [really] hate cleaning bathrooms, so I used the customizable version of the printable weekly cleaning schedule and moved bathrooms to earlier in the week. You can do the same with your most hated chores. Or if Saturdays are super busy you could move those cleaning tasks to Sunday. Whatever works best for you!

Below youll find a detailed look at the printable cleaning schedule as well as pro tips and items that might make a task easier.

Psst! To quickly jump to a day of the week, click a link below:

• Every Day Tasks
• Monday
• Tuesday
• Wednesday
• Thursday
• Friday
• Saturday
• Sunday

Printable Cleaning Schedule: Every Day Tasks

Unfortunately, some cleaning tasks have to be done each day. For many of these tasks you may want to invest in a nice pair of rubber gloves,otherwise your hands will pay the price!

Room: Misc.

Heres what the free printable cleaning schedule template has down for your daily to-do list:

• Wash dishes or unload/load the dishwasher.
  • Materials: Dish detergent avoid harsh chemicals by using these recipes for homemade cleaners, including dish detergent!
• Wipe bathroom counters and sink down.
  • Materials: Sponges or wipes
• Wipe down the kitchen counters, sink and table.
• Make beds.
• Do a quick pick up [ex. childrens toys].
• Open and sort mail. Dont just put it onyour kitchen table or counter!
  • Materials: Mail organizer
• Do laundry. Make sure to keep this one on your printable cleaning log; doing a load a day will prevent clothing avalanches from occurring! It can also prevent your closet or laundry room from taking on a funky odor.
  • Materials: Laundry detergent
• Take out the garbage and recycling.
  • Materials: Garbage/recycling can
• Sweep and mop the kitchen floor.
  • Materials: Broom and mop [or Swiffer]

Pro tip: Keep sweep and mop the kitchen floor at the end of the every day portion of your free printable cleaning checklist.Sweeping and mopping the kitchen at the end of the day ensures you dont leave crumbs lying around that can attract bugs. Yuck!

Printable Cleaning Schedule: Monday

Happy Monday! Start your week off on the right foot by getting some cleaning out of the way. My printable cleaning log has me tackling my favorite [sarcasm] chore bright and early Monday morning.

Room: Bathrooms

Weekly:

• Clean counters, sinks, and mirrors.
  • Materials: Homemade cleaners
• Clean toilets.
  • Materials: Toilet brush
• Wipe down tubs/showers.
• Sweep and mop floors.
• Wash bath mats.

Pro tip: If you havent replaced your bath mat since oh, I dont know, college consider buying a new bath mat.

Bi-weekly:

• Task: Clean out drawers and cabinets.

Pro tip: If theres something you dont need or that has expired get rid of it! If your drawers seem like a bottomless pit look for drawer organizers to neaten things up.

Printable Cleaning Schedule: Tuesday

Stick to Tuesdays free printable cleaning schedule and your kitchen and dining room will be clean enough to eat off of wait

Room: Kitchen and Dining Room

Weekly:

• Clean stove [cooktop].
  • Materials: Homemade cleaners
• Clean small appliances, such as your toaster.
• Wipe out the microwave.
• Wipe out the fridge. This is also a good opportunity to wipe down the outside of the fridgeespecially if you have a stainless steel fridge. Where do all those fingerprints come from?
• Wipe down the cabinets.
• Dust. You can use an old t-shirt for this but sometimes a duster is nice.

Pro Tip: Cleaning your small appliances includes cleaning your coffee maker! Have a Keurig? Heres how to descale a Keurig.

Bi-weekly:

• Clean cycle the dishwasher.
• Deep clean the fridge and freezer.
• Organize cupboards and pantry.
  • Materials: Cabinet organizers

Pro Tip: When you do the deep clean of your fridge and freezer, make an inventory of what food you have on hand and stick it to the front of the fridge. Trust me, itll come in handy the next time one of your kids or your spouse declares theres nothing to eat! Using a printable meal planner is also a good idea.

Monthly:

• Clean the oven.

Printable Cleaning Schedule: Wednesday

Happy hump day! Good newsthe free printable cleaning schedule template gives you a bit of a break here so you wont find anything too terribly strenuous.

Room: Living Room

Weekly:

• Dust and polish.
• Straighten shelves and cabinets.
• Wipe down and organize toys.
  • Materials: Toy box or organizer
• Vacuum, sweep, and/or mop.
  • Materials: Vacuum
• Water and dust plants.

Bi-weekly:

• Wash pillow covers, couch covers, and blankets.
• Clean under couches, chairs, and other furniture.
• Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures.
  • Materials: Extendable duster

Pro tip:You can also freshen up those pillows, couches, and soft surfaces with a homemade linen spray; opt for lavender essential oil to promote relaxation in your home!

Monthly:

• Shampoo carpet.
  • Materials: Carpet cleaner

Printable Cleaning Schedule: Thursday

As your little one grows up, I recommend delegating this aspect of the printable weekly cleaning schedule to him or her. Tidying up is a great way for him or her to learn to respect their belongings. Consider using this free printable chore chart for kids or this printable chore chart with point tracking to help keep them organized.

Room: Bedrooms

Weekly:

• Dust.
• Vacuum.
• Empty the garbage.
• Water and dust plants.

Bi-weekly:

• Wash bedding.
• Straighten closet and drawers.
  • Materials: Drawer organizers or closet organizers
• Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures.
• Clean under the bed.

Pro tip: Under the bed is often underutilized prime real estate. Invest in under the bed storage containers to take advantage of this great space.

Monthly:

• Shampoo carpets.

Printable Cleaning Schedule: Friday

TGIF right? Stick with the printable cleaning logthe week is almost over!

Room: Office, Halls, Stairs, and Laundry

Weekly:

• Dust.
• Vacuum, sweep, and/or mop.
• Take out garbage.
• Wipe off washer and dryer.
• Water and dust plants.

Bi-weekly:

• Straighten drawers, shelves, and desk area.
  • Materials: Desk organizer
• Straighten linen closet.
• Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures.
• Clean the inside of the washing machine.
  • Materials: Washing machine cleaner

Monthly:

• Shampoo carpets.

Printable Cleaning Schedule: Saturday

Today, the free printable cleaning schedule template takes you to the great outdoors.

Room: Outside

Weekly:

• Sweep out the garage.
• Lawn work including mowing the lawn, weeding flower beds, and raking leaves.
  • Materials: Lawn mower, weed whacker, gardening tools, or a rake
• Sweep porch and patio.

Bi-weekly:

• Organize the garage [or make your hubby do it!].
  • Materials: Shelves or storage bins
• Clean cars inside and out.
  • Materials: Hoseand car cleaner

Printable Cleaning Schedule: Sunday

• Whew! You made it through the entire free printable cleaning checklist! Now its time to take a well deserved break!

Room: None

Note: This free printable cleaning schedule template covers the main areas of the house, but it isnt totally exhaustive. For example, it doesnt include the attic or basement. You may want to add a note to your printable cleaning schedule to tidy up those areas once a quarter or so.

Want to make your printable cleaning schedule as comprehensive as possible? Get cleaning inspiration by referring to the:

• HUGE spring cleaning checklist.
• 29 page printable cleaning checklist. Yes, 29 pages!

And if youre a bit of a nerd for organization [and printables!] like yours truly, consider adding a printable cleaning schedule and cleaning stickers to your routine. Both can help you keep track of what tasks were done when and what still needs to be vacuumed, dusted, polished, etc.

Happy cleaning!

Thanks,Happy Money SaverandDecorating Files!