{"id":135166,"date":"2023-11-19T12:31:21","date_gmt":"2023-11-19T12:31:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cleaning-express.com\/?p=135166"},"modified":"2023-11-19T12:31:21","modified_gmt":"2023-11-19T12:31:21","slug":"what-is-the-20-minute-rule-in-cleaning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cleaning-express.com\/what-is-the-20-minute-rule-in-cleaning\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the 20 Minute Rule in Cleaning?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Many of us find cleaning our homes to be a chore (quite literally!). Whether we find it boring, time-consuming, or simply don\u2019t have enough hours in the day, it can be helpful to find new ways to approach it.<\/p>\n<p>Well, this is where the 20-minute rule comes in. Below, we\u2019ll cover what it means and how it can benefit busy people or those who just don\u2019t enjoy cleaning. Read on to find out.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-135168\" src=\"https:\/\/cleaning-express.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/what-is-the-20-minute-rule-in-cleaning.jpg\" alt=\"what is the 20 minute rule in cleaning\" width=\"550\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cleaning-express.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/what-is-the-20-minute-rule-in-cleaning.jpg 550w, https:\/\/cleaning-express.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/what-is-the-20-minute-rule-in-cleaning-300x191.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><code class=\"contents-table\"><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 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\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">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:\/\/cleaning-express.com\/what-is-the-20-minute-rule-in-cleaning\/#What_exactly_is_the_20_Minute_Rule_in_Cleaning\" >What exactly is the 20 Minute Rule in Cleaning?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/cleaning-express.com\/what-is-the-20-minute-rule-in-cleaning\/#Who_Should_Use_the_20_Minute_Cleaning_Rule\" >Who Should Use the 20 Minute Cleaning Rule?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/cleaning-express.com\/what-is-the-20-minute-rule-in-cleaning\/#How_Does_the_20_Minute_Rule_Work\" >How Does the 20 Minute Rule Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/cleaning-express.com\/what-is-the-20-minute-rule-in-cleaning\/#What_Are_the_Benefits_of_the_20_Minute_Cleaning_Rule\" >What Are the Benefits of the 20 Minute Cleaning Rule?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/cleaning-express.com\/what-is-the-20-minute-rule-in-cleaning\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/code><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_exactly_is_the_20_Minute_Rule_in_Cleaning\"><\/span>What exactly is the 20 Minute Rule in Cleaning?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The 20-minute rule in cleaning is where you take on a cleaning task for 20 minutes and then have a break. It\u2019s as simple as that! Also known as the 20\/10 rule, it\u2019s recommended that you take a 10-minute break after your cleaning blast.<\/p>\n<p>Although it\u2019s unlikely you\u2019ll finish most jobs in the first 20 minutes, the point is to break them down into manageable pieces so they don\u2019t feel as daunting. Plus, it means you can chip away at things when you have some spare time rather than setting aside a whole day of your precious weekend!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Should_Use_the_20_Minute_Cleaning_Rule\"><\/span>Who Should Use the 20 Minute Cleaning Rule?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In theory, anyone can use the 20-minute cleaning rule. But it\u2019s probably best for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Busy people \u2013 especially those who have to handle all the household cleaning on their own<\/li>\n<li>Families \u2013 having kids means more mess and a lot less time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Of course, it\u2019s also ideal for anyone who just doesn\u2019t enjoy cleaning because it makes it more manageable. So, if you\u2019re someone who puts off many cleaning jobs, try the 20\/10 rule and see if it\u2019ll make things easier.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_the_20_Minute_Rule_Work\"><\/span>How Does the 20 Minute Rule Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The basics of the 20\/10 rule are pretty simple. As mentioned, you clean for 20 minutes and then take a break or move on to something else. But to really take advantage of it, you should try to break larger tasks down into smaller parts, as this gives you a clearer sense of achievement.<\/p>\n<p>For example, let\u2019s say you need to clean the bathroom. The overall job involves cleaning the toilet, the shower, and the sink, along with emptying the bin, wiping down surfaces, etc. Combined, all this could take a good few hours if you need to do a deep clean.<\/p>\n<p>So, break the jobs down. Spend 20 minutes cleaning the toilet, then take a break. Repeat with the shower, the sink, and so on. While you might not get everything done on the same day, you could get bits done between other jobs.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Benefits_of_the_20_Minute_Cleaning_Rule\"><\/span>What Are the Benefits of the 20 Minute Cleaning Rule?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The benefits of the 20-minute cleaning rule should be fairly obvious. It basically all comes down to shifting your perspective of how (and when) cleaning is done. Breaking larger jobs down into their smaller parts makes them feel more manageable, in turn reducing the workload and associated feelings of stress.<\/p>\n<p>Another important part is the knowledge that you\u2019ll have a break after you\u2019ve finished your 20-minute spurt. This helps keep motivation high, as you know you\u2019ll be rewarded for the job after. What you do with your 10-minute break is up to you, but consider using it as an excuse to have a quick relax.<\/p>\n<p>With a bit of practice, you should find you can get a lot done in 20 minutes. It might not seem like much time, but you should end up adjusting your cleaning speed to the timeframe.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The 20-minute rule is definitely worth trying if you\u2019re busy, have a family to care for, or simply just don\u2019t enjoy cleaning. Breaking jobs down into quick bursts can help you feel like you\u2019ve achieved a lot in a very short space of time.<\/p>\n<p>But if you still have a lot of cleaning to do, even with the 20-minute rule, get in touch with Cleaning Express. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/cleaning-express.com\/domestic-cleaning\/\">domestic cleaning services in London<\/a> can help take the load off, freeing you up to concentrate on things you enjoy.<\/p>\n<p>Wondering if you have the budget for a cleaning service? Read our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/cleaning-express.com\/how-much-does-a-cleaner-cost\/\">How much does a cleaner cost?<\/a><\/p>\n<p>We have loads of highly-trained, fully insured cleaners who can help get your home sparkling again while taking the burden of cleaning out of your weekly routine. If you live in London and would like to know more, reach out to see how we can help.<\/p>\n<p>Also read: <a href=\"https:\/\/cleaning-express.com\/what-can-a-cleaner-do-in-2-hours\/\">what can a cleaner do in 2 hours?<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many of us find cleaning our homes to be a chore (quite literally!). Whether we find it boring, time-consuming, or simply don\u2019t have enough hours in the day, it can be helpful to find new ways to approach it. Well, this is where the 20-minute rule comes in. 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