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These new free printable cleaning cards are designed to keep you on track when deep cleaning...no matter what room you're in. They're helpful for not forgetting a task (like cleaning a space top to bottom, then remembering you forgot the ceiling fan...been there!). Plus, they're easy to attach to a cleaning caddy so they're always handy. Download yours below.

Since I only do a deeper clean once or twice a year, it's easy to forget a task or two in the process. While regular weekly cleaning is routine, things like flipping mattresses and changing air filters can easily be forgotten since they aren't done as often. So, these cleaning cards are my new buddies. I created them for a couple of other reasons, too, that I'll share below. There are blank cards available, as well, so you can create your own routine.

Free Printable Cleaning Cards

I created these cards for a couple of reasons. The first, as I mentioned above, is that deep cleaning isn't always the norm and things can get forgotten. These cards are here to help with that. The second? Not everyone was taught to clean in the same manner, and in some ways we can all learn from one another (I welcome additional suggestions in the comments). These cards were created from my personal method of cleaning, which I learned from my mom (who, incidentally, kept a pretty meticulous home...even my husband remarked on her cleaning skills many a time!).

My mom was a "top to bottom" cleaner and that's mostly what I stuck to on these cards (since that's the way I learned). The idea is to start at the top of the room (usually a light fixture or ceiling fan) and work your way down to the floors (which are always last). The dust that falls from surfaces while cleaning will end up on that floor to be cleaned in the last stage of the deep clean.

Below, I'm including all of the rooms and tasks included on these cards, so you can get an idea of how they work and flow.

Deep Cleaning Card Tasks, Room by Room

Bathroom:

empty cabinets and wipe out
empty drawers and wipe out
clean make up/hair brushes

Willow and Sage has a good DIY Make Up Brush Cleaner.

discard expired products
wipe down light fixtures
vacuum vents/exhaust fans
clean mirror
clean tub/shower

My Homemade Tub and Shower Cleaner is an easy recipe that works great.

scrub tile grout
clean shower head
launder shower curtain
launder window treatments
clean inside toilet
clean outside toilet
wipe down cabinet exteriors
clean cabinet hardware
wipe down walls
wipe baseboards
vacuum/sweep floors
mop floors

Entryway:

wipe down all furniture
polish wood furniture
clean mirror
clean knick knacks
wipe down walls
wipe down door/handle
wipe baseboards
launder window treatments
shake out dirt from rug
vacuum or sweep
mop
clean out hall closet
clean out shoe area

Kitchen:

empty cabinets and wipe out
empty drawers and wipe out
wipe down cabinet exteriors
clean cabinet hardware
clean cooktop

See my easy method for How to Clean a Stovetop here.

clean oven(s)
clean microwave
use vinegar in dishwasher

I like to place a coffee cup full of vinegar on the top rack of my empty dishwasher and run it through the sanitize mode.
If your dishwasher has a filter, now is a great time to clean it, too.

discard expired food
clean out refrigerator/freezer

Check out this tutorial on thorough refrigerator cleaning over at Clean and Scentsible.

wipe out refrigerator/freezer
clean exterior of refrigerator
clean backsplash/counters
clean sink
run citrus through disposal

Mr. Rooter has a great method for cleaning disposals with citrus here.

launder rugs/curtains
launder towels/washcloths
wipe down light fixtures
wipe down table/chairs
wipe down walls/baseboards
vacuum or sweep
mop

Living Room:

clean overhead light fixtures
dust/polish furniture
wash slipcovers

I have a full tutorial on how to launder a white slip-covered sofa here.

wash blankets and pillows
vacuum upholstered pieces
launder or vacuum drapes
launder or vacuum rugs
vacuum and clean lamp shades
wipe down electronics
clean knick knacks
sanitize remote controls
dust framed pieces on walls
wipe down walls
wipe down baseboards
sweep or vacuum
mop
shampoo rugs or carpets

The Bedrooms:

clean overhead light fixtures
dust/polish furniture
clean/dust knick knacks
clean out/organize closets
clean out/organize drawers
vacuum and clean lamp shades
wipe down electronics
donate unused clothing
wash all bedding
flip mattress
launder or vacuum drapes
dust framed pieces on walls
wipe down walls
wipe down baseboards
sweep or vacuum
mop
shampoo rugs or carpets

The Dining Room:

clean overhead light fixtures
empty china cabinet/wipe out
clean all china
clean glassware
launder tablecloths/napkins
polish silver
dust and polish furniture
spot clean chair cushions
clean mirror
dust framed pieces on walls
wipe down walls
wipe down baseboards
sweep or vacuum
mop
shampoo rugs or carpets

The Laundry Room:

clean overhead light fixtures
clean washing machine
clean dryer
vacuum out dryer vents
clean out shelves/cabinets
wipe down shelves/cabinets
discard expired products
organize shelves/cabinets
clean sink/drain
clean iron
wash ironing board cover
launder/vacuum rugs
launder window treatments
wipe down walls
wipe baseboards
vacuum/sweep floors
mop floors

The Entire House:

replace batteries in alarms
wipe hallway walls/baseboards
vacuum/sweep floors
mop floors
replace filters
clean vents/registers
sanitize handles/switches
organize any clutter
clean exterior windows
clean interior windows
clean window sills
launder/vacuum rugs
launder window treatments
walk/inspect exterior
clean out gutters
sweep porches
power wash concrete areas
clean out garage
clean exterior light fixtures

And since I know we don't all have the exact same rooms in our homes (if you have a library in your house, I'm a little jealous), I created blank versions of the cards, too (pictured above). Simply write your room and tasks in the blanks provided. I kept the same blue check boxes with each line so each chore can be checked off once completed.

Printing and Using the Chore Cards

These cards are for personal use. If you do own a small shop or business and would like to carry the printed versions of the cards (no digital redistribution is ever allowed), please purchase a commercial license here.
The download links are available below for each option available.

You can download the pack of eight cards in one bundle through the direct links, or get the single sheets through the Dropbox and Google Drive links.
The blank cards are available on one sheet on their own, on all downloading platforms.

These 3x5" cards print four to a page (both the eight ready-to-go cleaning cards and the blank ones).
They are all PDF formatted designs that should be printed on white, letter-sized cardstock for durability. Grab a pack of white, letter-sized cardstock here on Amazon.
After printing, you can cut your cards out with scissors or a paper cutter (I love the above pictured Fiskars Paper Trimmer and use it all the time. Grab it here on Amazon.). I provided a small black hairline around the outside of each card for easier cutting.
If you prefer to make your cards reusable, try laminating in these self-laminating pouches from Amazon. Then use them with fine-tip dry-erase markers. Erase with a paper towel to use the card again.
Hole punch your cards and attach together (and to a cleaning caddy) using a binder ring clip.

I think a set of these cards tucked into a cute cleaning caddy with some scrub brushes and cleaners would make a darling housewarming, wedding, or college graduation gift...for anyone about to move into a new place!

Download Your Cards

More Free Cleaning Printables

My Free Printable Cleaning Checklist Template is perfect for those of you who prefer a regular, paper-sized list. It's available in three design options.
These Free Printable Chore Charts have been popular for years and are still a hit! There are eight different color and design options included.
And this Easy 10-Minute Chores Free Printable from Just is a Four Letter Word is perfect for fast tasks.