8/28/2021 Our Cleaning Supply Checklist | Essential Cleaning Supplies

Your health and safety are our highest priority during this time. Click here for our precautionary measures.

Schedule Free Estimate Click to Call

Apply Gift Franchise

Enter Zip or Po Request a Free Estimate
Now Certificates Opportunities

( 8 0 0 ) 6 5 4 - 9 6 47

Find A Location

Our Why About Cleaning FAQs Neighborly

Home Services Hire Us Us Tips Done Right
Promise®

C L E A N I N G S U P P LY CLEANIN
CHECKLIST G TIPS
Whether you’re ready to dig in for your once-a-year deep clean or you need to restock
cleaning products for your home, Molly Maid has developed a cleaning supply General Household
checklist to make sure you’ve got everything you need.
Bathrooms
For more than 30 years, Molly Maid has developed a tried-and-true approach to house
cleaning and we understand which cleaning products can make the biggest Kitchens
difference. Download our printable cleaning supply checklist or view our list of
Living Rooms
essential cleaning supplies below to learn about the variety of cleaning supplies we
recommend for each room in your home.
Kid's Rooms

How to Save Time

Spring Cleaning

Holiday Cleaning

Bedrooms

Laundry Rooms

Schedules, Charts and Checklists

Office

Move In

E s s e n t i a l C l e a n i n g S u p p l i e s f o r Yo u r F l o o r s
Vacuum
Bucket
Rags or chamois mop
Warm water mixed with basic dishwashing soap

If you have hardwood floors that have been sealed with polyurethane (as most have),
you can clean them by adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of dish soap per 5-gallon bucket of
warm water. Be sure to vacuum, sweep or dry-mop before starting the cleaning
process to remove any small dirt or debris particles.

The same solution will also work on linoleum and tile. If you are cleaning tile, make
sure to avoid soaking the grout lines with dirty water, as this can lead to discoloration.

Ki h Cl i S li
https://www.mollymaid.com/cleaning-tips/schedules-charts-and-checklists/cleaning-supply-checklist/ 1/3
8/28/2021 Our Cleaning Supply Checklist | Essential Cleaning Supplies
Kitchen Cleaning Supplies

All-purpose cleaner
Oven cleaner
Stainless steel cleaner (if you have stainless steel appliances)
Scrubbing sponges (buy a five-pack!)
Microfiber cloths
Warm water mixed with a basic dishwashing soap (for stone countertops)
Baking soda
White vinegar
A few lemons

Countertop Cleaning Tips

To clean countertops and other hard surfaces, use an all-purpose cleaner (like 409 or
Simple Green). If you have marble, quartz, or granite in your kitchen, only clean them
with mild dish detergent and warm water to prevent breaking down the stone’s
sealant.

Sink & Garbage Disposal Cleaning Tips

Clean your stainless-steel sink by rubbing in baking soda with a sponge, then
spraying it with white vinegar. After the foam has dissipated, rinse your sink with cool
water and let it air dry. Put two halves of a lemon down the garbage disposal and run
the disposal to give your sink area a fresh, clean smell.

Pro Tip: You can also use lemons to clean your cutting boards—simply squeeze and
rub half a lemon on stubborn food stains and let it sit for a while before rinsing.

Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s directions on any specialty kitchen cleaning

products you buy, like oven cleaners and stainless steel cleaners.

Bathroom Cleaning Products List

Toilet brush
Grout and tile cleaner
Grout brush
All-purpose cleaner

A dedicated toilet brush is a must for controlling the spread of germs and keeping
your toilet clean. When tackling the grout on your floor and in your shower, use a
grout brush (or other small brush with firm bristles), and make sure you read the
product specifications. All-purpose cleaners can be used on sinks and other hard
surfaces (but see the kitchen tips above if you have granite or another stone).

Essential Cleaning Supplies for Living Areas and Bedrooms

Glass cleaner
Lint roller
Extendable duster
Vacuum

Pro Tip: Use newspaper instead of paper towel to clean windows. It will prevent
streaking and fuzzy cloth residue.

A lint roller works great on delicate surfaces, like pillows, especially if you have pets.
And don’t forget about an extendable duster for those hard-to-reach ceiling fans and
other nooks and crannies.

Professional Cleaning Ser vices with Molly Maid

Experience the ease of leaving your next deep cleaning to the professionals. Molly
Maid is here to support you with everything from recurring to one-time cleaning
services. Call us at (800) 654-9647 or find a Molly Maid near you to schedule home
cleaning services today.

Quick Links Follow Us

Our Services Practically Spotless

Contact Us FAQs

California Privacy Policy

California Collection Notice

Do Not Sell My Info

Jobs/Trabajos

Locations Franchise Owners Area

Site Search

Franchise Opportunities

https://www.mollymaid.com/cleaning-tips/schedules-charts-and-checklists/cleaning-supply-checklist/ 2/3
8/28/2021 Our Cleaning Supply Checklist | Essential Cleaning Supplies

Copyright © Molly Maid. All Rights Site Map Privacy Policy Terms of Use

Reserved. Accessibility

https://www.mollymaid.com/cleaning-tips/schedules-charts-and-checklists/cleaning-supply-checklist/ 3/3