{"id":1419,"date":"2020-10-26T03:11:19","date_gmt":"2020-10-25T19:11:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/housekeeping.sg\/?p=1419"},"modified":"2022-10-18T14:15:47","modified_gmt":"2022-10-18T06:15:47","slug":"5-post-renovation-cleaning-tips-for-property-owners-in-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/5-post-renovation-cleaning-tips-for-property-owners-in-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"5 post renovation cleaning tips for property owners in Singapore"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Getting a property makeover can add a nice boost to its value.<\/p>\n<p>But often, what greets you at the front door isn\u2019t a picture-perfect home or beautiful office. Instead, there\u2019s dust and grime everywhere.<\/p>\n<p>Dealing with the post-renovation clean-up can be really frustrating, even hazardous if you\u2019re prone to dust allergies.<\/p>\n<p>Planning to give you property an overhaul? Here\u2019s how to deal with the post-renovation mess.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/5-post-renovation-cleaning-tips-for-property-owners-in-singapore\/#5_tips_for_better_post-renovation_cleaning\" title=\"5 tips for better post-renovation cleaning \">5 tips for better post-renovation cleaning <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/5-post-renovation-cleaning-tips-for-property-owners-in-singapore\/#1_Always_Start_with_ventilation_first\" title=\"1. Always Start with ventilation first \">1. Always Start with ventilation first <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/5-post-renovation-cleaning-tips-for-property-owners-in-singapore\/#2_Vacuum_then_wipe_down_with_damp_cloth\" title=\"2. Vacuum then wipe down with damp cloth\">2. Vacuum then wipe down with damp cloth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/5-post-renovation-cleaning-tips-for-property-owners-in-singapore\/#3_Dont_forget_to_wipe_dust_off_walls_and_ceilings\" title=\"3. Don\u2019t forget to wipe dust off walls and ceilings\">3. Don\u2019t forget to wipe dust off walls and ceilings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/5-post-renovation-cleaning-tips-for-property-owners-in-singapore\/#4_Stock_up_on_garbage_bags\" title=\"4. Stock up on garbage bags \">4. Stock up on garbage bags <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/5-post-renovation-cleaning-tips-for-property-owners-in-singapore\/#5_Thoroughly_wipe_down_high-touch_areas\" title=\"5. Thoroughly wipe down high-touch areas\">5. Thoroughly wipe down high-touch areas<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/5-post-renovation-cleaning-tips-for-property-owners-in-singapore\/#Make_post-renovation_cleaning_stress-free_with_us\" title=\"Make post-renovation cleaning stress-free with us \">Make post-renovation cleaning stress-free with us <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_tips_for_better_post-renovation_cleaning\"><\/span><strong>5 tips for better post-renovation cleaning <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Always_Start_with_ventilation_first\"><\/span><strong>1. Always Start with ventilation first <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1420\" style=\"width: 666px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1420\" class=\"wp-image-1420\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/housekeeping.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/post-renovation-cleaning-1-300x200.jpg?resize=656%2C437&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"656\" height=\"437\" title=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-1420\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Open windows can help improve ventilation in your property as well.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>As a general rule, your post-renovation clean-up should always start with letting in fresh air first.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re starting to clean immediately after renovation is complete, it\u2019s likely that your property will still have airborne dust.<\/p>\n<p>Opening the windows or switching on ventilation fans can not only help get rid of these, but also make it a lot easier to breathe.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Vacuum_then_wipe_down_with_damp_cloth\"><\/span><strong>2. Vacuum then wipe down with damp cloth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1421\" style=\"width: 612px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1421\" class=\"wp-image-1421\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/housekeeping.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/post-renovation-cleaning-2-300x200.jpg?resize=602%2C401&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"602\" height=\"401\" title=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-1421\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A HEPA-filtered vacuum cleaner is deal for complete dust removal.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Once renovation works are completed, it\u2019s pretty much standard practice for interior designers to clean up.<\/p>\n<p>Still, it\u2019s fairly common to find traces of construction debris around.<\/p>\n<p>For starters, use a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filtered vacuum cleaner to remove dust from floors and countertops.<\/p>\n<p>Refrain from sweeping with a broom as doing so often kicks up a lot of dust \u2013 dust that can easily trigger an allergy.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019re finished with vacuuming, remove the rest of the dirt and dust still stuck on these surfaces by wiping them with a damp cloth.<\/p>\n<p>Again, refrain from using dry cloth as it will kick up dust.<\/p>\n<p>For an optimal experience, it\u2019s highly recommended to use microfiber cloth instead of regular tablecloth.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also read<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/housekeeping.sg\/5-spring-cleaning-tips-for-avoiding-allergies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>5 spring cleaning tips for avoiding allergies\u00a0<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Dont_forget_to_wipe_dust_off_walls_and_ceilings\"><\/span><strong>3. Don\u2019t forget to wipe dust off walls and ceilings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1422\" style=\"width: 679px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1422\" class=\" wp-image-1422\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/housekeeping.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/post-renovation-cleaning-3-300x200.jpg?resize=669%2C446&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"669\" height=\"446\" title=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-1422\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Be sure to also wipe dust and dirt off walls and ceilings.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While vacuuming easily works for the floor and kitchen countertops, walls and ceilings are a much tougher challenge.<\/p>\n<p>Still, it\u2019s important to get rid of dust on your walls and ceilings.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re struggling to reach them, consider tying damp cleaning cloth to the end of a pole to wipe down dust from walls and ceilings.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Stock_up_on_garbage_bags\"><\/span><strong>4. Stock up on garbage bags <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1423\" style=\"width: 620px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1423\" class=\"wp-image-1423\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/housekeeping.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/post-renovation-cleaning-4-300x200.jpg?resize=610%2C406&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"610\" height=\"406\" title=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-1423\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(image credit: Cute WallPaper) Consider stocking up on garbage bags before you post-renovation clean-up.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Taking care of dust and dirt on surfaces is just the tip of the post-renovation cleaning iceberg.<\/p>\n<p>Post-renovation cleaning is messy work, and it\u2019s almost guaranteed that you\u2019ll have lots of other trash to take out once you\u2019re done.<\/p>\n<p>Before you start cleaning, it\u2019s wise to get a generous amount of thick garbage bags to dispose of them efficiently.<\/p>\n<p>The last thing you\u2019d want is having a pile of refuse you can\u2019t get rid of.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Thoroughly_wipe_down_high-touch_areas\"><\/span><strong>5. Thoroughly wipe down high-touch areas<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1424\" style=\"width: 612px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1424\" class=\"wp-image-1424\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/housekeeping.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/post-renovation-cleaning-5.jpg?resize=602%2C400&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"602\" height=\"400\" title=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-1424\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(image credit: The Dirt Doctors) Focus your attention on high-touch areas like doorknobs.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Last but not least, you\u2019ll also want to focus your attention on keeping high \u2013 touch areas like doors, doorknobs and appliance handles as clean as possible.<\/p>\n<p>High-touch areas receive lots of physical contact throughout the day.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re not careful, dust trapped in these areas can easily disperse throughout your home.<\/p>\n<p>And if that\u2019s the case, you\u2019ll need another round of cleaning to get your property into shape.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also read:<\/strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/housekeeping.sg\/how-often-should-pet-owners-clean-their-carpets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> How often should pet owners clean their carpets?<\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_post-renovation_cleaning_stress-free_with_us\"><\/span><strong>Make post-renovation cleaning stress-free with us <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Make no mistake \u2013 post-renovation cleaning is absolutely necessary, but it\u2019s a back-breaking experience too.<\/p>\n<p>From thoroughly vacuuming the floor to wiping down all surfaces, you\u2019ll need to invest not only energy, but also time for a proper clean-up.<\/p>\n<p>Leave the hard work to us, and enjoy your newly renovated home or office in comfort.<\/p>\n<p>With Housekeeping\u2019s full range of professional housekeeping services, rest assured that your property will be spotlessly clean.<\/p>\n<p>Transform your properties without the mess together with us. <a href=\"https:\/\/housekeeping.sg\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reach out<\/a> to arrange for a consultation today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Getting a property makeover can add a nice boost to its value. 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