Thorough kitchen cleaning requires strategic prep, as professional organizer Katy Annulli explains in this video. She joins host Angela Brown to share helpful tips for decluttering and organizing before cleaning the kitchen. Katy emphasizes that creating functional systems tailored to one's space and habits allows for more effective cleaning. 

She advises clearing counter clutter, categorizing items based on usage frequency and type, and maximizing storage solutions. Katy notes that taking the time to organize before kitchen cleaning lets you access all surfaces and thoroughly sanitize the space. 

Regardless of whether you are a professional house cleaner, or someone just struggling with a messy kitchen, this video promises to offer you some valuable tips.

Prep Steps For Kitchen Cleaning Chapters: 00:00 Introducing Katy Annulli 00:46 The Importance of Decluttering and Organizing Kitchens 01:43 The Problem with Clutter on Countertops 02:15 How to Clear and Organize Your Counters 02:52 Creating Categories for Kitchen Items 04:18 Organizing in Limited Space 05:10 Determining the Number of Categories in Your Kitchen

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Show Produced by: Savvy Cleaner: https://savvycleaner.com Show Host: Angela Brown Show Editor: Anna Nikitchuk Show Producer: Anna Nikitchuk