How to Clean an Apartment With Your Significant Other (Or Just Hire a Cleaning Service)
written by customer John Davis, Brooklyn Heights
Cleaning your apartment can be a daunting task, especially when you're doing it with your significant other. Between the bickering, disagreements, and potential hazards (like that time my girlfriend almost fell off the couch while dusting the ceiling fan), it can be a recipe for disaster. But fear not, there are ways to make it a fun and enjoyable experience! Or, if you're like me, you can just hire a cleaning service and save yourself the headache.
Step 1: Plan Ahead
Before you start cleaning, make a plan. Decide what needs to be cleaned, who is going to clean what, and how you're going to clean it. My girlfriend and I like to divide and conquer – she takes the kitchen and bathroom, while I tackle the living room and bedroom. It's important to communicate and set expectations beforehand to avoid any potential disagreements.
Step 2: Get the Right Supplies
Make sure you have all the necessary cleaning supplies before you start. This includes cleaning solutions, sponges, gloves, and anything else you might need. If you're like me and have no idea what you're doing, just buy the pre-packaged cleaning kits – they come with everything you need and make you feel like a real adult.
Step 3: Start Cleaning
Now it's time to get to work! Put on some music, pour yourself a drink, and get cleaning. My girlfriend and I like to make a game out of it – whoever finishes their part first wins. Of course, we both win in the end because the apartment is clean, but it's always nice to have a little friendly competition.
Step 4: Arguments and Accidents
Let's face it – cleaning with your significant other can be stressful. There will be arguments, accidents, and potentially even injuries. Like that time my girlfriend tried to climb on the counter to clean the top of the fridge and knocked over a bottle of olive oil. But, hey, accidents happen. Just make sure to communicate and apologize when necessary.
Step 5: Hire a Cleaning Service
If all else fails, just hire a cleaning service. My girlfriend and I learned this the hard way after a particularly disastrous cleaning session. We were bickering, knocking things over, and just generally not having a good time. So, we decided to throw in the towel and hire a cleaning service. It was the best decision we ever made. Not only did our apartment get cleaned thoroughly, but we were also able to spend our time doing things we actually enjoy – like watching TV and eating pizza.
In conclusion, cleaning your apartment with your significant other can be a fun and rewarding experience, but it can also be a recipe for disaster. If you find yourself struggling, just remember – there's no shame in hiring a cleaning service. Trust me, it's worth it.
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