11 Tips for Cleaning and Maintenance of your Furnished Apartment

The following tips will help you keep your apartment spotlessly clean and properly maintained during your stay:

The following tips will show you how to keep your temporary home not only sparkling clean, but also properly maintained:

1. descale your kitchen and bathroom

As Munich's water is very calcareous, it is advisable to use cleaning agents with limescale remover to clean the kitchen and bathroom. A simple trick to avoid limescale stains: wipe the wet surfaces briefly with a towel immediately after use - and your furnishings will always look as good as new.

2. shower

If the shower cubicle is not cleaned regularly, limescale deposits, dirt and mold will build up. If the limescale deposits in the shower are already very heavy, it is advisable to use a strong acidic agent. A shower cleaner is sufficient for light deposits. Spread the cleaner with a sponge and then rinse with cold water. You can wipe off any remaining drops of water with a microfiber cloth. Glass cleaner can also be used to polish the shower wall.
Clean dirty joints with a toothbrush and acid. If mold has already formed, a suitable mold cleaner is recommended.

4. use a ceramic hob scraper

Ceramic surfaces may only be cleaned with water or a special cleaning agent. For burnt-on stains, ceramic hob scrapers are available in household goods stores.

"Did you know that when the demand for electricity is generally high and there is a simultaneous lack of renewable energy (sun or wind), it is mainly natural gas that is used to generate electricity? So switch on the washing machine or the dishwasher primarily when the sun is shining at midday (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) or at night. With this in mind, you won't have to feel guilty if you prefer to sit in front of the TV on a sunny afternoon instead of going outside."

5. treat stainless steel gently

To avoid damaging the delicate surface, do not use scratchy sponges, brushes or steel wool to clean stainless steel, but use a microfiber cloth instead.

6. do not forget ovens

Ovens should be cleaned regularly with an oven cleaner. Clean the moving parts such as the baking tray and grid separately in hot rinsing water and leave the oven cleaner to work in the oven for a while before wiping it out. Do not forget the rubber seal and viewing window.

7 Refrigerator and freezer compartment

Hygiene is particularly important in the fridge. All kinds of bacteria and germs get into the fridge through the various products. If it is warmer than 8 degrees, they will continue to multiply. Thorough cleaning is therefore an absolute must in your cleaning routine. Once a month, it is best to clear out all food to defrost the fridge and freezer compartment. Remove the ice and wipe down all surfaces with a fridge cleaner. The individual compartments can be washed in the sink with washing-up liquid.

"Did you know that when the demand for electricity is generally high and there is a simultaneous lack of renewable energy (sun or wind), it is mainly natural gas that is used to generate electricity? So switch on the washing machine or the dishwasher primarily when the sun is shining at midday (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) or at night. With this in mind, you won't have to feel guilty if you prefer to sit in front of the TV on a sunny afternoon instead of going outside."

8. care for floor coverings properly

Most floor coverings can be cleaned with ordinary household cleaners. For marble and parquet floors, special care products are also required. If the carpet becomes dirty or stained during the rental period, it is advisable to clean it with a carpet cleaner or hire a cleaning company to avoid permanent damage.

9. washing machine

Residues of detergent and fabric softener, lint or hair remain in the machine and an unpleasant odor develops in the machine. Sometimes the laundry does not smell fresh directly after the wash cycle, but rather musty. Then it is high time to give the washing machine a thorough clean. Cleaning the washing machine is easier than you might think. Place one or two dishwasher tablets in the empty drum and run the machine at a high temperature. The water should be removed from the rubber ring after each wash cycle to ensure that it always remains dry and clean. The detergent compartment should also be cleaned regularly, otherwise too much old powder or liquid detergent will build up.

10. dryer

The tumble dryer should ensure dry and fragrant laundry in no time at all. To achieve this, you should drain the water from the tank after each cycle and, if possible, rinse it out with clean water. You can clean the lint filter with a soft brush or toothbrush. If too much fluff remains in the filter, the dryer must be run for longer to remove the moisture from the laundry.

11. avoid damaging the surface

Please note that overly harsh or incorrect cleaning agents can cause permanent surface damage to furniture or floor coverings.

Here you will find an overview of our suggestions for suitable cleaning agents from various manufacturers.