With 106 million domestic overnight trips made in Great Britain in 2024, self catering properties are a popular choice for those looking for a trip away as they’re considered as a contained and private choice for many couples and families.
Maintaining a cleaning routine and ensuring it is spick, span and sanitised for your guests can seem intimidating with a lot of responsibility.
To save time, we’ve created a handy, thorough checklist to ensure you deliver a clean and sanitary stay each and every time. Firstly, some things to consider...
Clearing Rooms of Unnecessary Décor
Those extra trinkets may be a nice finishing touch in guest rooms, but consider removing these added bits and bobs to take some pressure off your tight cleaning schedule.
Opt for BS EN Certified Cleaning Products
The Association of Scotland's Self-Caterers recommends using products that are certified, particularly with BS EN 1276 or 14476 certification, are an essential as they’re proven to kill up to 99.99% of bacteria and viruses, including some coronaviruses, in just minutes.
Want to know more about BS EN 1276 and 14476 certified products? Take a look at our blog which explains everything you need to know. Make sure you follow the manufacturers’ guidelines on how to correctly use the products to ensure the effectiveness of their antibacterial and antiviral properties.
Colour Coded Cleaning
Try implementing a colour coded clean into your housekeeping routine. Developed in the 1990s by the British Institute of Cleaning, colour coded cleaning helps to reduce cross contamination and the spread of germs across different areas of a holiday home.
Different colour cloths could be used for different rooms, for example, with designated mops, sprays, brushes and buckets for each area of a property.
Other Cleaning Tips
• Familiarise yourself on how to tackle laundry and waste as per government guidance• Opt for protectors on your pillows, duvets and mattresses to extend the lifetime of your bedding while serving as an extra barrier against germs and grime
• Consider that children are most likely touching lower parts of your holiday let, e.g. remember to wipe down the walls and legs of furniture
Now, On to the Checklist:
There’s just something about ticking off your checklist that can serve as great motivation for getting the job done and a record of what you've completed.
Download the checklist here.
