November 4, 2026

Why we start a deep clean at the top of the room

When we plan a deep clean, the order of work matters as much as the products. We start high and finish low. Ceiling corners, light fixtures, door frames and the tops of cabinets come first, because dust and cobwebs fall as we work. If we did the floors first, we would be doing th

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From prior hands-on cleaning experience — not a record of an Amiga service.

When we plan a deep clean, the order of work matters as much as the products. We start high and finish low. Ceiling corners, light fixtures, door frames and the tops of cabinets come first, because dust and cobwebs fall as we work. If we did the floors first, we would be doing them twice.

The same thinking applies to the kitchen. Hoods, cabinet fronts and backsplashes get attention before the counters, and the counters before the floor. Each step catches what the previous one knocked loose.

It is also why we bring a few simple tools that people tend to overlook: a long-handled duster, a small detail brush for tracks and grout, and plenty of clean cloths so we are not spreading yesterday's grime around today.

None of this is complicated, and you can use it at home. Next time you tackle a room, pick a corner near the ceiling and work your way down. Your vacuum or mop should always be the last thing to touch the room.

It is a small habit, but it is the difference between a room that looks clean and one that stays that way a bit longer.

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