How to Clean Hardwood Floors in Your First Apartment

February 8, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

The typical first apartment is pretty low-budget, so if you’re lucky enough to have hardwood floors in your first apartment, you’ll want to take care of them! Read on below for everything you’ll need to know to clean and maintain hardwood floors in your first apartment. Sweep or vacuum regularly Regular sweeping is important to…

The 6 Best First Apartment Housekeeping Tips

February 1, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

One of the hardest things to get used to when moving into your first apartment is the fact that there’s no one there to run the place but you! This shift can feel exciting, and it is, but it comes with responsibility as well. In your first apartment, you’ll have to be the one to…

How to Clean Up Quickly After Your First Apartment Party

January 24, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Hosting your first party in a new apartment can be a blast, but the adrenaline quickly runs out after the party when you’re faced with a huge mess. Cleaning up afterward, though, doesn’t have to be stressful. Want to know how to clean up easily and quickly after your first apartment party? Read on below!…

How to Clean Out Your Closet in 5 Steps

January 20, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Your closet can be a helpful storage space in your home, or it can be such an embarrassing mess you’re just thankful it has a door so visitors never see inside. With a few simple steps, however, you can clean out your closet, leaving only the things you’ll actually use, and you can keep it…

How to Create a Cleaning Schedule

January 7, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Keeping your first apartment clean can seem like a serious hassle – things just pile up! If you do your basic cleaning tasks consistently, however, the mess won’t get too overwhelming. If you want to know how to create and stick to a cleaning schedule, keep on reading. List all your tasks The first step…

How to Clean the Kitchen: The Best Way to Clean Every Kitchen Surface

January 4, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Keeping your kitchen clean is an essential part of living on your own in your first apartment. Want to know the best ways to clean every kitchen surface? Read on below! Backsplash A great place to start cleaning is with your kitchen backsplash. You’ll need cleaning spray and a slightly abrasive brush or sponge. You…

Stained Backsplash in Your Kitchen? Here’s How to Freshen It Up

December 27, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

You’re deep cleaning your kitchen and it feels like you’ve covered everything, but somehow, at the same time, it doesn’t quite feel clean yet. You’ve done the dishes, scoured the counters and stovetop, and swept the floor, but what still doesn’t look right? It might be your backsplash. The kitchen backsplash tends to go overlooked…

How to Declutter Your Apartment Before You Move

December 16, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Moving is a big process, but decluttering is a step that can make the whole process shorter and easier. If anything, moving out is the perfect time to declutter your apartment and get rid of anything you no longer use, but where should you start? If a shorter and easier moving process sounds good to…

How to Clean Your New Apartment Before You Move In

December 6, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

So you’re getting ready to move into your new apartment and want to make sure you get everything cleaned before the big day. Where do you start? There’s a lot to do, and with just a little preparation, you can get your apartment cleaned like a pro. Keep reading to learn how to get your…

Here’s How to Use What You Already Have to Make Cheap DIY Apartment Cleaners

December 3, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Moving out and living on your own for the first time can be expensive, but keeping your first apartment clean doesn’t have to be. Common household supplies such as lemon juice, baking soda, and vinegar can be your best friends for keeping your apartment clean on a budget. Read below to learn about the best…