Not everyone uses Sunday as cleaning day — and that’s okay. Busy weekends full of plans, trips, or just the desire to rest can leave your home a little messy.
That’s why, according to experts interviewed by House Digest, Monday can be the perfect day to tidy up and start the week with a sense of freshness.
According to Sara Aparacio, cleaning specialist at Homeaglow, the ideal is to focus on cleaning the areas you use most during the week, especially high-traffic zones. “You should focus on specific areas that will be used frequently but for short periods and with well-defined purposes,” she explains.
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Below are six tasks professionals recommend doing every Monday to keep your home clean and functional.
1. Do the dishes
If the sink is still full from Sunday, don’t feel guilty — Monday morning is the perfect time to tackle it. Rhonda Wilson, a specialist at FreshSpace Cleaning, says that clearing the sink and running the dishwasher early helps give your week a fresh start and prevents dirt from piling up.
2. Take care of the floors
Over the weekend, it’s common to bring in dust and dirt from outside. Aneliese Bard Andrades, founder of Carolina Cleaning Services, told *House Digest* that clean floors improve air quality and overall well-being at home. A quick sweep and mop can make a big difference.
3. Put away clean clothes
Monday is also a great time to fold and store freshly washed clothes. Wilson says she turns this task into a pleasant moment: “I sit on the couch, put on a Netflix show, and fold clothes while I watch,” she says.
After that, you can start a new load of laundry. According to Andrades, washing small loads during the week prevents laundry baskets from overflowing by the weekend. Aparacio also recommends taking advantage of Monday to wash towels, using higher temperatures for a deeper clean.
4. Take out the trash
There’s nothing better than starting the week without odors or clutter. Wilson notes that Monday is the ideal time to empty trash bins, especially after a weekend full of meals and guests. Keeping waste under control also prevents insects and unpleasant smells.
5. Tidy up and clean the kitchen
If you cooked or prepped meals on Sunday, your kitchen might need attention. Aparacio recommends wiping down counters, the stove, and any food splatters to get the space ready for the days ahead. A clean kitchen brings a sense of organization and well-being at the start of the week.
6. Give the bathroom some care
The bathroom is one of the areas that accumulates the most dirt and moisture. If you didn’t have time over the weekend, take a few minutes on Monday for a thorough cleaning. This includes scrubbing the toilet, countertops, tiles, and shower stall.
According to Aparacio, frequent cleanings help prevent mold, mildew, and limescale buildup. Don’t forget the small details like mirrors and glass panels, which make a big difference in brightness and freshness.
Starting the week with a clean home is a great way to care for your mind and routine. As House Digest highlights, small regular cleanings are more effective and sustainable than occasional deep cleans — turning Monday into a true domestic reset.
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Source: House Digest. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
