How to clean anything in your house, surface by surface

Every surface in the house, with the method for cleaning it: 762 of them, grouped by the room and the micro zone they belong to. Each one links straight to its own method, which names the product, the order of work and the reason for it.

Two rules run through all of it. Work down, not across, because whatever comes off a high surface lands on the one below. And sort before you shine, because cleaning around something that should not be there is cleaning you will do again next week.

Dining Room (33 surfaces)

The Beverage or Coffee Station

• The wall shelf and its underside
• The counter and the liftable tray
• The machine, drip tray, and grate
• The kettle body and element
• The bean jar, grinder, and syrup bottles
• The mugs and their shelf
• The cords and the air gap behind the kettle

The China or Display Cabinet

• The top of the cabinet
• The glass doors and front, inside and out
• The interior glass shelves and liners
• The china itself
• The cabinet frame and hardware
• The lower shelf and tureens

The Dining Table

• The tabletop and the centerpiece footprint
• The leaf seam or extension joint
• The underside lip and apron rail
• The pedestal, legs, and casters
• The chair seats and back rails
• The chair rungs and stretchers
• The floor under the table

The Sideboard Storage

• The shelf boards
• The drawer interiors and dividers
• The drawer runners
• The linens
• The nested serving bowls and platters on edge
• The silver-plate serving pieces
• The door interior and count card

The Sideboard Surface

• The display objects, vases, and candlesticks
• The picture frames and their glass
• The wood top, wax drips, and water rings
• The back edge and the wall seam
• The lamp, shade, and its cord run
• The drawer fronts and pulls

Entryway (34 surfaces)

The Bench or Console

• The wall and back edge behind the console
• The console top
• The seat
• The drawer, taken fully out
• The drawer runners and the empty cavity
• The drawer fronts and the legs
• The floor beneath the console

The Coats and Outerwear

• The shelf above the rail and its top edge
• The hat and glove bin
• The rail and the empty hooks
• The shoulders of the hanging coats
• The wall behind the hooks
• The umbrella stand
• The floor beneath the coats

The Door, Mat, and Immediate Floor

• The door face, top rail down to the kick plate
• The door frame and the architrave
• The door handle, letterbox, and any glass panel
• The bottom edge of the door and the threshold strip
• The inside mat, both faces
• The outside coarse mat
• The immediate floor inside the door swing

The Landing Spot

• The mirror or framed art above the console
• The wall on either side of the console and the light switch plate
• The console top on both sides of the tray
• The tray itself and the surface it was sitting on
• The upright folder and the loose papers in it
• The charging dock and its cable
• The floor around and under the console legs

The Shoes and Boots

• The rack shelves, each one
• The footwear itself
• The boot tray
• The wall and skirting behind the rack
• The floor under the rack
• The clear floor strip between the door and the rack

Family Room (43 surfaces)

The Blanket and Comfort Zone

• The basket exterior and rim
• The throws in the basket
• The floor cushions
• The basket interior corners
• The radiator top, heater grille, lamp shade, and sofa back a stray throw drifts onto
• The floor around and under the basket

The Board Game and Puzzle Zone

• The top of the shelf and its top edges
• The box lids and top faces
• The box short edges and the tape name strips
• The bottom box of each stack
• The shelf boards under the stacks
• The shelf front edges
• The floor beneath the shelf, shared with the play mat

The Charging and Device Zone

• The side-table top surface
• The power strip body and switch
• The cable runs and cable ends
• The charging ports on the devices
• The devices themselves: phones, tablets, controllers, headphones
• The named slots and the empty dock positions
• The floor below and the cable drop

The Craft and Activity Zone

• The work surface top
• The cracks and seams in the work surface
• The bin lids and labels: paper and card, drawing, glue and tape, kits in progress
• The bin interiors
• The brushes and the scissor cup
• The glue gun cooling spot on its hard tile
• The floor under and around the table

The Primary Media Zone

• The television screen
• The television back panel and rear vents
• The console, streaming box, and soundbar vent slots and top faces
• The handheld controllers, the remotes, and the thumbstick collars
• The disc cases standing spine out
• The shelf surfaces under each device
• The cable bundle and the label tags
• The power strip body and the floor behind the unit

The Toy and Play Zone

• The top of the shelf unit and its top edges
• The bin front faces and the photo labels
• The shelf boards the bins sit on
• The open bin interiors
• The hard plastic toys and blocks
• The fabric dolls and soft blocks
• The play mat, both faces
• The floor around and under the shelf

Garage (51 surfaces)

The Automotive Care Zone

• The shelf of fluid bottles
• The shelf board under the bottles and tray
• The drip tray under the bottles
• The jumper cables and tyre gauge bag
• The metal rag can
• The wash mitts and microfibre towels
• The slab where the car parks and drips

The Bulk and Overhead Storage

• The roof deck and ceiling above the rack
• The rack frame and its underside
• The rack shelf decks under the bins
• The bin lids
• The bin exteriors and labels
• The rack uprights and bolt plates
• The slab under the parking bay edge
• The garage door panels, its tracks, and the rollers

The Hand Tool Wall and Cabinets

• The top of the wall cabinet
• The pegboard behind the tools
• The pegboard hooks
• Each hand tool
• The cabinet doors, handle, and latch
• The cabinet interior shelves
• The floor and skirting under the cabinet

The Lawn and Garden Tool Zone

• The tool rail and the long-handled tools
• The spade and hoe blades
• The hose and its reel
• The spreader hopper
• The string trimmer and hedge shears
• The latched chemical shelf
• The aisle floor

The Power Tool and Battery Zone

• The charger units at the shelf front edge
• The shelf boards under each battery system
• Each drill, driver, and saw body
• The blade guards and blades
• The battery packs and their contacts
• The shallow bits, blades, and discs drawer underneath
• The slab under the shelf

The Primary Workbench

• The pegboard and painted wall behind the bench
• The task light and its cord run
• The bench outlet and power strip
• The bench top and the seam where it meets the back wall
• The bench dog holes
• The vise
• The clamp rail and the current-job tray
• The bench drawer and the concrete under the bench

The Sports and Recreation Zone

• The bikes on the wall hooks
• The shelf of this season's kit
• The helmet liners and shin pads
• The muddy cleats and boots
• The cooler interior
• The labelled activity bins
• The floor under the bikes

Guest Bathroom (34 surfaces)

The Guest Linen Zone

• The top of the closet and the top shelf edge
• The shelves and their front lips
• The back wall of the closet
• The linen bundles and the bath mat
• The door interior, the track, and the hinges
• The closet floor, and the water heater or pipes if they share the space

The Guest Vanity Counter

• The light fixture and the mirror above the basin
• The wall and backsplash behind the tap
• The tap, the collar at its base, and the drain lip
• The basin bowl and the overflow hole
• The counter surface and the caulk seam at its back edge
• The soap pump, the tissue box, and the towel ring
• The cabinet front, the underside lip of the counter, and the toe kick floor

The Guest Vanity Storage

• The back wall and the top interior corners of the cabinet
• The shelf base and the two lift-out bins
• The board around the trap and the pipes
• The bottle necks, caps, and the bin bases
• The door interior, the hinges, and the handle
• The toe kick and the floor line at the cabinet base

The Shower or Tub, Guest Bathroom

• The ceiling above the shower and the exhaust vent grille
• The grout lines and the silicone corners
• The shower head, the arm, and the wall tile
• The bottle caddy or shelf and the three bottles
• The curtain liner or the glass screen and its track
• The taps, the spout, the diverter, and the tub surround
• The tub floor, the non-slip surface, the drain, and the rim
• The tub apron or side panel down to the floor line

The Toilet Area, Guest Bathroom

• The inside of the bowl, under the rim and at the water line
• The wall behind and above the tank
• The tank lid, the top, and the flush handle
• The tank sides, the supply line, and the shutoff valve
• The seat top, the underside, and the hinge bolts
• The bowl exterior, the pedestal base, and the floor bolt caps
• The floor behind the pedestal, the trash can, and the brush holder

Guest Bedroom (28 surfaces)

The Guest Bed and Linens

• The headboard top edge and front face
• The wall side and the gap behind the bed
• The mattress surface and seams
• The made-up set and the spare set on the shelf
• The two pillows
• The bed frame rails, slats, and legs
• Under the bed and the stored suitcase

The Guest Closet

• The top shelf and the lidded storage bins
• The hanging rod and the hangers
• The back wall and upper corners
• The door track or hinges
• The floor, corners, and skirting

The Guest Dresser

• The dresser top and the lamp or mirror on it
• The back edge and the wall side
• The drawer fronts and handles
• The drawer interiors and liners
• The runners, the carcass, and the floor beneath

The Guest Nightstand

• The lamp shade, base, and bulb
• The top surface and the water ring
• The coaster and tissue box
• The drawer interior and runners
• The charging cable and the sides against the wall

The Guest Welcome and Work Surface

• The desk lamp
• The desk top and front edge
• The desk back edge, cable clip, and the space behind
• The welcome bin and its contents
• The chair and the luggage rack
• The floor under the desk and rack

Hall Closet (34 surfaces)

The Cleaning Equipment Zone

• The wall clips and the hanging rail
• The broom, the duster, and the mop hanging from the clips
• The vacuum body, canister, and beater bar
• The mop bucket
• The crevice tools and brush heads in the clip-on bag
• The cords, as you wind them
• The taped floor outline and the closet floor corners

The Cleaning Supply Zone

• The shelf boards, worked from the top shelf down
• The wipeable shelf liner
• The base and neck of each bottle
• The caddies, inside and out
• The back wall behind the bottles
• The inside of the closet door
• The closet floor beneath the shelves

The Linen Shelf Zone

• The top shelf and the two spare blankets on it
• Each shelf board and the grey line along its front lip
• The back wall behind the stacks
• The shelf brackets and the underside of each shelf
• The linens themselves, while the shelves are bare
• The closet floor and skirting under the bottom shelf
• The inside face of the door and the shelf-edge labels

The Paper and Household Backstock

• The shelf boards, top down
• The clear toilet-roll bin
• The bulb bin
• The battery tray
• The paper packs and the wall behind them
• The closet floor

The Seasonal and Guest Zone

• Each bin lid, while the bin is open
• The upper shelf boards
• The inside of each bin
• The guest bedding and the sealed pillows
• The travel gear and decoration boxes
• The inside of the door and the taped shelf map
• The back wall and the closet floor

Home Office (39 surfaces)

The Bookshelf and Reference Zone

• The very top of the unit
• The top edges of the books and binders
• The shelf boards and their front edges
• The box files and framed glass award on the shelves
• The wall anchor point and strap
• The floor and skirting behind and beneath the unit

The Desk Drawers and Pedestal

• The divided pen tray and its slots
• The top drawer bottom and corners
• The drawer runners and slide track
• The deep pedestal file drawer and its hanging rails
• The drawer fronts, pulls, and pedestal sides
• The floor and casters under a rolling pedestal

The File Storage

• The top of the cabinet
• The drawer interiors and drawer bottoms
• The hanging folder rails
• The cabinet front, drawer faces, and handles
• The fireproof box holding the permanent originals
• The floor under and behind the cabinet

The Primary Desk

• The monitor screen and bezel
• The keyboard and the gaps between the keys
• The mouse and its underside
• The task lamp: shade, arm, and base
• The desk top, its front edge, and the underside lip
• The power strip, cables, and cable tray
• The chair: seat, armrests, and casters
• The carpet or floor in the arc the chair rolls through

The Printer and Scanning Station

• The scanner glass under the lid
• The lid, the top, and the outer body
• The control panel and its buttons
• The paper feed tray and paper path
• The output tray and the vents
• The paper bin, cartridge box, and cord
• The floor and clear air behind the machine

The Supply Cabinet

• The top of the cabinet
• The open shelves and their contents
• The shelf corners, seams, and hardware
• The reams of paper and boxes on the bottom shelf
• The cabinet doors and the step stool
• The floor beneath and in front of the cabinet

Kids Bedroom (41 surfaces)

The Bed and Sleep Zone

• The bedding: duvet, cover, pillow and pillowcase
• The mattress, top face and both sides
• The headboard and the bed rails
• The nightlight casing and the shade
• The stuffed animals and their basket
• The bed frame legs and the floor underneath
• The walkable path from the pillow to the door

The Clothing Closet

• The top shelf and the next-size box on it
• The closet back wall and upper corners
• The hanging rod
• The shoulders of the hanging clothes
• The backpack hook and the shoe floor rack
• The closet doors, both faces and the handle
• The closet floor and the door track

The Dresser Drawers, Kids Bedroom

• The dresser top
• The drawer fronts, picture labels and knobs
• The drawer interiors
• The carcass frame inside
• The runners and tracks
• The sides and the floor behind the dresser

The School and Activity Launch Zone

• The hooks and the wall behind them
• The backpack, base and pockets
• The lunchbox and its seals
• The water bottle and its lid
• The shoes underneath and the instrument or sports case
• The square of floor under the hooks

The Study Desk

• The shelf above and the top edges of the books
• The lamp shade and neck
• The laptop or tablet screen
• The desk surface, down to bare wood
• The pen cup and the live-work tray
• The drawer interior and the runners
• The chair, seat, back and casters
• The cables and power strip under the desk, and the floor

The Toy Storage Zone

• The rotation box on the wardrobe top shelf
• The bin outer faces and their photo labels
• The hard plastic toys, blocks, vehicles and figures
• The bins themselves, inside and bottom
• The cube unit or shelf frame the bins slot into
• The skirting corners and carpet edges
• The open floor the child plays on

Kitchen (44 surfaces)

The Cooking Zone

• The extractor hood, its underside, and the grease filter
• The splash wall behind the hob
• The burner grates and caps
• The hob surface, the burner wells, and the control knobs
• The oven door front, its handle, and the control panel
• The utensil crock, the pot-holder hook, and the front of the spice rack
• The clear landing space beside the hob
• The microwave cavity, its turntable, and the door seal

The Lower Cabinets and Cookware

• The shelf floor and the tacky oil film on it
• The interior walls and back of the cabinet
• The door interior and any lid rail
• The pans, lids, and bakeware themselves
• Any pull-out shelf runners and the toe-kick vent at the base

The Primary Prep Counter

• The backsplash and the seam where the counter meets it
• The knife block or the magnetic strip
• The toaster, the kettle, and the counter under their feet
• The open run of prep counter
• The cutting board and the front edge and overhang of the counter
• The coffee maker, its reservoir, and the carafe and drip tray
• The blender or food processor base, its gasket, and the blade seal

The Refrigerator and Freezer

• The top of the refrigerator
• The exterior doors and the handle
• The interior shelves and walls
• The crisper drawers and the sticky ring beneath them
• The door bins, the seals, and the gasket folds
• The rear vents and the freezer interior
• The condenser coils at the back or underneath

The Sink and Dishwashing Zone

• The tap, its base, and the aerator
• The basin, the drain flange, and the overflow
• The soap dispenser, the dish-soap bottle, and the surround they stand on
• The sponge, the brush, and the drying rack
• The dishwasher door seal and the filter
• The under-sink cabinet, its tray, and the pipes
• The waste disposal collar, its splash guard, and the grind chamber

The Upper Cabinets

• The tops of the cabinets and the top interior shelf
• The interior shelves and the dust band at the back
• The underside of the cabinet nearest the hob
• The glass cabinet fronts and any glazed doors
• The cabinet doors, handles, hinges, and shelf-pin holes

The Utensil and Utility Drawers

• The divided insert and the tools in it
• The drawer base under the insert
• Both runner tracks and the rollers
• The drawer front, its inner edge, and the handle
• The foil, wrap, and baking-paper boxes

Laundry Room (38 surfaces)

The Detergent and Treatment Zone

• The high shelf and the latched pod tub above shoulder height
• The container exteriors and their caps
• The shelf the containers stand on
• The wipeable drip tray
• The shelf underside, edge, and bracket
• The floor beneath the shelf

The Folding Surface

• The wall cupboard above the counter
• The counter top
• The counter front edge and underside lip
• The baskets stacked underneath
• The hanger rail at the end
• The floor at your standing spot
• The iron soleplate, its steam vents, and the ironing board cover

The Hanging and Air-Dry Zone

• The top bars and rails of the rack
• The rungs and folding joints
• The drip tray
• The clip hangers used for drip-drying
• The wall and floor beneath the rack

The Sorting and Hamper Zone

• The shelf and its small dish
• The three sorting bags, inside and out
• The washable bag liners
• The lids, rims, and the frame the bags stand in
• The walking-line floor in front of the washer

The Utility and Cleaning Zone

• The hanging broom and dustpan
• The wall hooks and the painted outlines behind them
• The caddy of vacuum attachments
• The mop head
• The bucket and its taped floor square
• The chemical shelf above the bucket
• The floor of the corner

The Washer and Dryer

• The tops and lids of both machines
• The control panel, dials, and door handles
• The detergent drawer and its cavity
• The washer door gasket folds and glass
• The washer drum interior
• The dryer lint screen and its housing
• The dryer drum and its door
• Behind and underneath the machines, and the floor

Living Room (41 surfaces)

The Bookshelves and Display

• The very top of the tallest unit
• The top edges of the books
• The shelf fronts and edges
• The shelf boards behind the books
• The frames and display objects
• The base and skirting of the unit

The Coffee Table

• The tabletop and its ring marks
• The underside lip and apron
• The lower shelf or magazine tier
• The legs and feet
• The tray and coasters

The Floor and Circulation Path

• The clear route itself
• Under the sofa and chair legs
• The rug, both faces
• The gripper pad and rug edges
• The hard floor along the route
• The skirting boards along the route
• The baskets pushed against the wall
• The fireplace or stove front, its hearth, and the glass

The Media Center

• The top of the unit
• The television screen
• The television back panel and bezel
• The console and amplifier vent slots
• The shelf surfaces and front edges
• The cable bundle, power strip and floor behind
• The controllers and remotes

The Side Tables and Lighting

• The bulb
• The inside and outside of the shade
• The lamp base and switch
• The tabletop and the ring marks
• The tray and coasters
• The legs and the clipped cord run
• The blinds or shades, the window glass, and the sill behind them

The Sofa and Seating

• The backrest and headrest tops
• The arms and the front roll
• The seat cushions, both faces
• The deck and the seams under the cushions
• The throw pillows and the folded throws
• The remote tray on the arm
• The outer back and the sides of the frame
• The base, feet and skirt

Mudroom (32 surfaces)

The Bench and Transition Surface

• The seat top and any cushion
• The front edge and apron
• Inside the bench box or lower cubbies
• The outgoing basket at the end
• The floor under and behind the bench

The Cleaning and Utility Zone

• The wall clips and hanging long-handled tools
• The mop head
• The vacuum body and brush bar
• The caddy and the cleaner bottles
• The dustpan
• The marked floor outline and the socket area

The Family Hook Zone

• The wall and any backboard above the rail
• The hook rail and the hooks themselves
• The hanging coats and bags
• The skirting board behind the run
• The floor strip directly under the hooks

The Pet Station

• The lead hook and the wall around it
• The food bin, inside and out
• The scoop
• The paw towel and any bedding
• The food and water bowls
• The floor under the station

The Seasonal Outdoor Gear

• The high shelf and the off-season bin lids
• The open per-person bins
• The gloves, hats and scarves
• The umbrella stand
• The floor under the stand and shelf

The Shoe and Boot Storage

• The top of the rack and any upper shelf
• The rack rails and shelves
• The shoes and boots themselves
• The lipped boot tray
• The floor of the rack and the run to the door

Nursery (42 surfaces)

The Baby Clothing Zone

• The top of the chest of drawers
• The drawer fronts and their size labels
• The inside of each drawer, down to the base and corners (hidden)
• The drawer runners
• The closet shelf with the next-size bin
• The door hook and the outgoing bag
• The floor and skirting behind and under the chest (hidden)

The Books and Quiet Play Zone

• The high wall-fixed shelf and its top edge
• The board book covers, spines, and chewed corners (the items)
• The low front-facing book ledge where the books stand
• The soft-toy basket, inside and rim
• The soft toys themselves (the soft items)
• The rotation-stock box in the closet
• The clear floor play space, any rug or mat, and the skirting (hidden edges)

The Changing Station

• The shelf or organizer above the pad holding diapers, wipes, and cream
• The wall behind and beside the pad
• The changing pad surface, its contour seams, and the safety strap
• The pad cover (the soft item)
• The dresser top around the pad
• The drawer beneath the pad and its runners (hidden)
• The lined pail and its lid seal

The Crib and Sleep Zone

• The wall-mounted monitor, its bracket, and the clipped cable run
• The mobile hanging over the crib, if one is fitted
• The top rail and teething rail
• The side rails and every slat
• The mattress cover and its seams and zip
• The mattress support base, frame bolts, and underside of the mattress (hidden)
• The fitted sheet and sleep sack (the items)
• The floor under and behind the crib (hidden)

The Diaper and Care Backstock

• The shelf boards, empty
• The shelf-edge size labels
• The diaper and wipes cartons, including their undersides (hidden)
• The lidded box of creams, gels, and thermometer (the items)
• The wipes carton and its dispensing lid
• The floor and the outside wall behind the shelf (hidden)

The Feeding Station

• The shelf holding the clean and used bins
• The kettle, bottle warmer, or sterilizer exterior and cords
• The kettle or sterilizer interior and heating element
• The bottle parts, teats, collars, and valves (the items)
• The drying rack
• The surface under the drying rack (hidden)
• The formula tin, scoop, and burp cloth stack

Pantry (29 surfaces)

The Backstock and Bulk

• The shelf edges carrying the max-count labels
• The cases and sacks themselves
• The underside of the bottom case
• The floor of the zone
• The back wall and the doorway floor

The Baking Zone

• The shelf board under the flour and sugar
• The flour, sugar, and brown-sugar containers
• The scoop
• The lift-out bin of cutters, cases, and piping tips
• The allergen containers at the end of the row
• The floor directly below

The Canned and Jarred Goods

• The shelf boards and the riser tiers
• The sticky rings where a jar has wept
• The jar threads and lids
• The can exteriors and rims
• The shelf front edge and the back of the shelf
• The floor beneath the bottom shelf

The Dry Goods Shelves

• The top shelf and the wall behind it
• Each shelf board, fully cleared
• The front lip and shelf edge
• The containers, lids, and scoops
• The back corners and the seam where board meets upright
• The floor beneath the bottom shelf

The Snack and Lunch Zone

• The higher adult-controlled shelf
• The low child-height snack bin
• The reusable containers and their lids
• The reusable drink bottles and their spouts
• The lunch bags and their liners
• The bin exterior and the shelf edge

Patio or Deck (47 surfaces)

The Garden and Plant Care Zone

• The saucers under the pots
• The pot rims and exteriors
• The pot bases and drain holes
• The wall line and shelf where the pots nest
• The trowel and pruner blades
• The tool caddy and the watering can
• The outside of the latched chemical box
• The ground and footprint of the zone

The Grill and Outdoor Cooking Zone

• The cooking grates
• The flavorizer bars and the firebox interior
• The burner tubes and venturi openings
• The grease tray and drip pan
• The lid interior
• The exterior body, side shelves, tool hooks, and knobs
• The propane tank collar and the cart base
• The decking or pad directly under the grill

The Outdoor Dining Zone

• The tabletop
• The collar where the umbrella pole passes through the table
• The underside edges of the table
• The chairs, seats, backs, and rungs
• The umbrella canopy and ribs
• The umbrella base and pole
• The string lights and the rail they clip to
• The floor under and around the table

The Outdoor Seating Zone

• The chair frames and armrests
• The woven webbing and strapping in the seat and back
• The joints where arm meets leg and the fixing bolts
• The hollow frame tubing
• The cushions and their undersides
• The covers and the patch of ground behind the planters

The Outdoor Storage Zone

• The lid exterior
• The lid underside and the hinge
• The sealing edge and the interior walls
• The box floor and the drain holes
• The interior, aired dry
• The totes and the cushions stored inside
• The ground under the box
• The latch and handles

The Surface, Rail, and Safety Zone

• The deck board surface
• The gaps between the boards
• The board ends and the house-side junction
• The stair treads and risers
• The top rail and the balusters
• The rail posts and their bases
• The step lights and lenses
• The area under the deck
• The gutter above this space and its downpipe outlet

Primary Bathroom (47 surfaces)

The Linen and Towel Storage

• The top of the unit and the topmost shelf
• The shelf boards, cleared one at a time
• The back wall of the cupboard
• The shelf brackets and wall fixings
• The door interior, edges, and any vents
• The cupboard floor and skirting
• The towels and linens themselves

The Medicine Cabinet

• The mirrored door, inside and out
• The door hinges and magnetic catch
• The shelves, removed
• The shelf clips, pin holes, and back wall
• The sorting bins
• The bottle bases and packs

The Shower or Tub, Primary Bathroom

• The showerhead and arm
• The walls, tile, and glass screen or curtain liner
• The taps, valve trim, and diverter
• The caddy and the bottles in it
• The caulk seam, grout lines, and corners
• The tub or tray floor and the non-slip mat or strips
• The drain, its cover, and the squeegee

The Toilet Area, Primary Bathroom

• The cistern lid and tank exterior
• The flush handle or button
• The lid, top and underside
• The seat, top and underside, and hinge caps
• The bowl rim, under-rim, and water line
• The pedestal base and the floor behind it
• The brush, its holder, and the bin
• The tiled floor and the grout lines around the pan

The Under-Sink Cabinet

• The P-trap and the pipe joints
• The shut-off valves
• The pull-out bins
• The pale drip tray on the cabinet floor
• The cabinet floor board and back wall
• The door interiors and hinges

The Vanity Counter

• The mirror and the light fixture above it
• The light switch plate and the wall behind the tap
• The tray and the daily items on it
• The faucet, its base collar, and the handles
• The basin bowl, drain flange, and overflow hole
• The stone counter on both sides of the basin
• The counter front lip and underside

The Vanity Drawers

• The drawer fronts and their pulls
• The lift-out dividers and insert trays
• The drawer bottom, once empty
• The runners and the cabinet cavity
• The grooming tools and the razor box
• Heat tools and their cords, if stored here

Primary Bedroom (38 surfaces)

The Bed and Bedding Zone

• The headboard top edge and any shelf built into it
• The wall and floor behind the headboard
• The pillowcases, sheets, duvet cover and the folded throw
• The sleeping pillows and the duvet themselves
• The mattress face, the piped seams and the protector
• The bed frame rails, legs and slats
• The floor under the bed and any storage bins
• The ceiling fan blades and the light fitting above the bed

The Dresser Drawers, Primary Bedroom

• The inside of each drawer
• The runners and tracks
• The carcass interior behind the drawers
• The drawer fronts and the label edge
• The folded contents as you reload

The Dresser Top

• The wall gap and the top back edge
• The dresser top and the fragrance ring
• The valet tray and the fragrance bottles
• The drawer fronts and the handles
• The sides and legs of the dresser
• The floor beneath and behind

The Other Sleeper's Nightstand

• The lampshade and bulb on this side
• The lamp base and the switch
• The top and the mug ring
• The framed photo and its glass
• The drawer interior
• The slot between the nightstand and the bed frame
• The floor and the cord behind the leg

The Primary Closet

• The top shelf and whatever is stored on it
• The hanging rod
• The back wall and skirting
• The shoe rack
• The floor and corners
• The door, frame and handle

Your Own Nightstand

• The lampshade and the bulb
• The lamp base and switch
• The nightstand top and the water-glass ring
• The items themselves: the dish, the book and your reading glasses
• The drawer and its divided sections
• The floor and cable run behind the leg

Stair Landing (26 surfaces)

The Landing Surface or Console

• The lamp shade and the bulb below it
• The framed photo, glass and frame
• The tray
• The console drawer or lower shelf, and its runners
• The console top, back edge to front edge
• The console legs and the lamp-cord clip on the back leg
• The stair basket at the end nearest the top step
• The floor under and around the console

The Stair and Floor Path

• The handrail, full length including the underside
• Both newel posts
• The balusters or spindles
• The tread noses, the tread-to-riser crevice, and the riser faces
• The runner and its edges tucked at the stringer
• The bare tread either side of the runner
• The bottom three steps
• The landing floor, the switches, and the light fittings
• The smoke alarm and the carbon monoxide alarm on this landing

The Wall and Display Zone

• The top edge of each frame
• The frame glass
• The frame body and moulding
• The mirror at the turn
• Any sconces or wall lights on the flight
• The wall along the turn
• Behind each frame, the wire and hook
• The skirting at the foot of the wall and the landing floor
• The thermostat, the light switches, and the wall around them

Workshop (41 surfaces)

The Fastener and Hardware Zone

• The top of the small-parts cabinet and any shelf above it
• The drawer faces and their glued sample screws
• The drawer and compartment interiors
• The bins, jars, and their lids
• The mounting rail and the wall behind the cabinet
• The floor beneath the cabinet

The Finishing and Chemical Zone

• The top of the metal cabinet and its upper shelf
• The cans, tins, and containers
• The solvent shelf and the drip tray beneath it
• Brushes and application tools
• The oily rag can
• The cabinet floor and the shop floor beneath it

The Main Workbench

• The tool wall or pegboard behind the bench
• The task lamp, its head and arm
• The vise, its screw and slide ways
• The bench top and its dog holes
• The bench apron and front edge
• The under-bench shelf and legs
• The floor in the standing zone

The Material Rack

• The top of the rack and its highest arms
• The gap behind the rack
• The rack arms and brackets
• The timber and boards
• The steel and metal stock
• Sheet goods standing against the wall
• The offcut bin
• The floor and the route to the door

The Power Tool Storage

• The shelf tops and the top of the tool cabinet
• The motor housings and cooling vents
• Saw blades and cutters
• Sander pads and dust ports
• The battery shelf and chargers
• Tool cords and drawer interiors
• The cabinet base and the floor

The Safety and PPE Station

• The hooks and the board by the door
• The safety glasses and goggles
• The hearing protection
• The dust mask box
• The extinguisher and its bracket
• The first aid kit
• The floor in front of the station