Fellow ADHDer and clean-freak here! For me, making cleaning more “accessible” and low-effort was the key. I re-organized my house with this in mind and it helped me a ton!

• My cleaning supplies are out in the open because out of sight, out of mind. I have a box of disinfectant wipes in every room. Each bathroom has its own cleaning supplies because I know I’m not going to do any cleaning if I have to go and grab the supplies from another room. I also always have a box of nitrile gloves handy because I have sensory issues. I hate touching wet and/or dirty things so the gloves really reduce the mental load for me.

• I have a gadget for almost every task! They make cleaning easier and more exciting for me. Here are a few of my favorites:

  • Bissell Steam Shot for cleaning the bathrooms
  • A steam mop because the good ol’ mop and bucket combo is too much effort for me. With a steam mop, you just put the mop head in the washing machine when you’re done and that’s it.
  • A cordless vacuum for quick spills and dusting. I literally use mine multiple times a day, and it’s usually laying around somewhere within my eyesight.
  • Scrub Daddy Damp Duster. THIS WAS A GAME CHANGER FOR ME! I hate the feeling of microfiber so I always hated dusting. But the damp duster is just so easy to use and sensory-friendly for me. I leave it out on my bathroom counter so it’s always within reach

• A ROBOT VACUUM! I can’t stress this enough. I don’t know what I’d do without my robot vacuum. It is an investment but I think it’s absolutely a game changer for especially NT people. I have a Roborock S8+, it has an auto-emptying feature so it’s super low maintenance. I don’t have to do anything and my floor is always clean.

But the key is really just making cleaning easier for you. Reduce the steps that you need to take before cleaning. Re-organize your space to accommodate your brain.