Have you ever wondered where homeowners are most meticulous when it comes to keeping their homes clean and tidy?
Well, it seems America’s cleanest residents live in Idaho and Maine, according to research.
A recent survey of 100 Americans from each of the 50 states investigated their cleaning habits and found that respondents in Idaho and Maine spent the most time per session cleaning their homes (59 minutes).
But that’s not the only statistic the survey revealed, and the results may surprise you.
America’s cleanest residents appear to live in Idaho and Maine, research finds (file image)
Elsewhere, the survey revealed which state can do the most in the shortest time: New York.
It seems that residents of the Big Apple spend the least time on average per cleaning session and they will finish their tasks in 45 minutes.
According to the results, the average American cleans their home once a week and tidies it three times a year.
The most time is spent cleaning the kitchen (50 percent), and Americans’ least favorite room to clean is the bathroom (36 percent).
Conducted by OnePoll and commissioned by Maid Brigade, the survey also looked at at least favorite cleaning tasks and found that cleaning the shower (30 percent), cleaning the bathroom (19 percent), mopping (18 percent) and cleaning windows and glass doors (17 percent), are things respondents would prefer not to do.
The most common parts of the cleaning process, according to respondents, are cleaning one room at a time (52 percent), turning on the music (52 percent), walking around and taking breaks (40 percent), showering after cleaning. (33 percent) and even getting distracted (22 percent).
So what are American bedrooms like? These rooms need a little more TLC when it comes to tidying, as results showed that respondents’ bedrooms were among the least clean rooms (23 percent), along with garages (26 percent).
However, more than half (52 percent) of respondents believe their homes are cleaner than others. And more than a quarter (26 percent) of Americans judge others for having messy homes.
Elsewhere, the survey revealed which state can do the most in the shortest time: New York (file image)
“Whether or not the cleanliness of someone’s home influences one’s opinion of them, the state of their own living space can affect their personal well-being,” said Raychel Leong-Sullins, president of the Maid Brigade.
‘A clean and tidy space tends to be more relaxing, while a cluttered area tends to seem more chaotic.
‘With all our commitments related to work, family and social events, it can be difficult to find time to keep the house tidy, unless we have some help.
“It can be very stressful trying to ‘do it all,’ and that stress can affect how we interact with others.”
According to the study, three-quarters (74 percent) said clutter in their home increases their mental clutter.
And of those who prefer clutter-free homes for clutter-free minds, residents of Minnesota (85 percent), Montana (84 percent) and South Carolina (84 percent) are the most likely to be the clutter police , taking special care. to make sure your space is clean.
Twenty-seven percent agreed that having a clean home improves their mental health and one in ten respondents (nine percent) put a high price on a clean home when they admitted they would trade a family member in exchange for having their homes regularly. cleaned by a professional.
Nearly half (44 percent) believe they would have more time for the things they love to do if they didn’t spend so much time cleaning.
When it comes to cleaning details, more than three in five (63 percent) say it’s important to use natural cleaning products when cleaning their homes, but surprisingly, nearly seven in ten (69 percent) say it’s They are likely to use the same cleaning products. materials, such as mops and cloths, in different rooms of the house.
Most of the time is spent cleaning the kitchen and the room Americans least like to clean is the bathroom (file image)
“While most women in relationships are the primary decision-makers regarding household chores, let’s not forget those (men and women) who are single: they have the same burden of keeping their homes clean “Leong-Sullins said.
‘If we could wave a magic wand and transform our homes into clean, comfortable spaces, I think most of us would use that wand daily.
“Think about how good it feels to walk into a hotel room for the first time: there is an almost immediate emotional and physical response, a relief or relief from being in a serene space.
“Having that same feeling when you walk into your own home is priceless, so it’s important to find a cleaning routine that fits your lifestyle or enlist the help of a professional.”