An experienced hotel cleaner has shared the key to achieving a spotless home: always clean high-touch points first. Lisa Williams, Executive Housekeeper at The Grand, York, says this area is a hotbed for the spread of germs.
Why High-Touch Points Come First
Lisa explained: "The most important thing to remember when beginning a clean is to dust and sanitise all the high-touch points first."
"Things like door handles, light switches, taps and handrails can be easy to miss later on, but host bacteria due to regularly being touched."
Order of Cleaning for Efficiency
Tackling these areas first prevents spreading germs around the room during the rest of the clean, making the biggest difference to how fresh a room looks and feels. After high-touch points, move to low-touch areas such as mirrors, windowsills and light fittings, then finish with hoovering or mopping the floor.
Lisa explained: "Cleaning a room in this order ensures that you are being as efficient as you can be."
Final Touches for a Hotel Feel
Once the room is thoroughly cleaned, a few final touches can improve presentation and create a more luxurious atmosphere. Lisa recommended imagining yourself as a visitor, even without expecting company, as this offers a new viewpoint and reveals small details that may have been missed, such as a dusty mirror or a misaligned cushion.
For the ultimate finishing touch, she suggested applying a spray of room fragrance to leave your home feeling fresh and welcoming.
