Why is it important to clean your entryway?
As the end of the year approaches, "Osoji" (big cleaning) is on everyone's mind. In particular, the first place you should clean in preparation for the New Year is your entryway.
The entryway is considered the "face of the house" and the place where external energy and "luck" enter.
This article introduces simple and effective cleaning habits for keeping your entryway clean, including the often-dreaded "tataki" (entrance floor) cleaning. Let's welcome the New Year with a clean and inviting entryway!
Step 1: Increase entryway cleaning efficiency! Preparation and procedure
First, before you start cleaning the entryway, remove all shoes, umbrellas, and other belongings. By clearing everything out, you can clean every corner thoroughly and save time.
[Things to prepare]
- Broom, dustpan
- Brush (deck brush or toothbrush for small areas)
- Neutral detergent, or
- After clearing everything out, first sweep the entire tataki with a broom to carefully remove visible dust and sand. This step is important to prevent spreading dirt when wiping and polishing later.
Tip: Surprisingly, fine dust accumulates in corners and at the boundary between the tataki and the wall. Use an old toothbrush or similar to brush it out.
Step 3: The main event of tataki cleaning! Thorough cleaning method by material
Tataki materials vary, such as tiles and concrete, but the "wet cleaning" method using water and detergent is generally the most effective.
Spread detergent thinly: Put water and neutral detergent (or baking soda water) in a bucket and use a brush to apply it.
Brush to lift dirt:
- Wash with water: Once the detergent and dirt have lifted, rinse with a hose or bucket. If you can't use water, such as in an apartment, wring out a cloth tightly and wipe repeatedly to ensure no detergent residue remains.
- Step 4: Don't forget the shoe cabinet and the inside of the door!
- To perfect your entryway cleaning, it's not just about cleaning the tataki.
Shoe cabinet: Take out all shoes and wipe down the inside. As a moisture countermeasure, it is recommended to place desiccants or newspaper.
Inside the door: Doorknobs and intercom areas are often dirty with hand oils and dust. Wipe with a cloth soaked in alcohol spray for a clean finish with an antibacterial effect.
- Step 5: "Polishing" for good luck!
- After all the entryway cleaning is done, finally wipe the tataki and doorknobs with a dry cloth. Polishing to a shine not only makes it look beautiful, but also improves the "luck" of the house.
If the face of the house shines, the family's spirits will surely lift. When doing your big cleaning this year, be sure to clean your entryway.
What's the secret to making your home sparkle? We'll introduce entryway cleaning habits to welcome the New Year feeling refreshed! From tips for cleaning the tataki to caring for shoe cabinets and doors, we'll thoroughly explain everything. Perfect your entryway cleaning during the big cleaning to boost your luck! Prepare for the best New Year!
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