Monsoon is a total bliss with all its adorable sound and green picturesque views. Many of us love the rainy season. We want to slow down and enjoy this special time of the year. However, like other seasons, monsoons come with their challenges too — moisture, dampened walls, and different insects.
Rainy season calls for attention in order to maintain a healthy, hygienic, and pleasant atmosphere in your home while also relishing the lovely weather.
That said, the wet and cloudy weather typically makes you feel lazy and sleepy. Bearing that in mind we have kept the homemaking routine and preventive arrangements simple and easy to follow.
Today I have listed a few monsoon homemaking hacks that you might find helpful.
8 HELPFUL MONSOON HOMEMAKING HACKS
1| Replace thick fabric with lighter ones:
The issue of stinky carpets/drapery is common in monsoons.
Heavy rugs, doormats, curtains, and (too many) cushions/pillows retain moisture and give off a bad odor.
Carpets/rugs/ sofa covers are free passes for the bugs too.
So it’s logical to replace thicker fabric with thin, lightweight ones. As it’s even difficult to clean/wash and dry such items in rainy weather.
It also makes sense to put away heavy, textured artwork that is complicated to clean and maintain.
2| Keep kitchen sink dry:
Excessive humidity enhances moisture levels in the kitchen.
Also, it’s a trouble spot that attracts flies and yields a gross smell when dirty dishes are left longer.
Doing the dishes a couple times a day and wiping the sink dry would prevent such issues.
READ: HOW TO CLEAN YOUR KITCHEN IN 10 MINUTES OR LESS
3| Dry mop:
In monsoon, dry/spot mopping is recommended instead of traditional wet mopping.
This helps avoid moisture buildup besides keeping the floor clean.
I spray some vinegar and Dettol all over the floor, which cleans and disinfects the floor pretty well.
4| Dry dust:
Similarly using dry cloth over damp cloth for dusting the surfaces and knick-knacks allows them to remain dry and germ-free as wood tends to distend/swell in a wet atmosphere.
5| Stock up only required groceries:
Avoid stocking up on extra groceries mainly edible products.
Many things perish soon in wet weather. Some things solidify, and others melt down, irrespective of the measures you take.
6| Ventilate longer possible:
Keeping windows open during monsoon can be challenging since it causes insect trouble.
But you can open them using net shade.
ventilation is crucial to keep the musty smell at bay and prevent moles and mildew in the home.
7| Stay on top of laundry:
Drying the clothes is a big concern in rainy weather.
Smaller loads are easier to handle and dry faster during rains.
Even if you have a big load of laundry, split them into two small piles. The clothes with smaller loads wash well, dry soon, and are easier to fold and put away.
READ: HOW TO CREATE A LAUNDRY SYSTEM THAT WORKS
8| Declutter and have minimum stuff:
All of the above steps make sense when you declutter now and then and own less stuff.
Organizing clutter is wearisome.
Removing unwanted stuff from your home means creating more space to (neatly) organise your valuable possessions.
Also, owning less stuff means fewer things to worry about and save from mold and mildew in monsoon season.
Additional Tips:
- Have a shoe rack at the entrance so you can remove your wet shoes outside the door
- Discard garbage daily to eliminate odour
- Avoid standing water anywhere in the house
- Place plants in open spaces outside the house as they cause wetness and attract bugs
- Cooking and eating under bright light is recommended in cloudy weather.
- Check electric power ties to ensure safety in case of leaks
- Maintain a clean and dry bathroom to prevent mustiness. Disinfectant regularly for better hygiene
- Switch on the fan to keep the surrounding dry and fresh
Those are some important tips to take good care of your home and resolve weather-related issues.
Don’t get so occupied that you miss out on enjoying this blissful time of the year (monsoon).
Be sure to share your thoughts in the comments section below. Thank you so much for reading. Happy Homemaking!
