Black A-Frame Mid-Century Cabin in the Mountain

The 5-step cleaning process is a set of cleaning practices that all Hosts are required to follow between guest stays, in addition to following their local laws and guidelines. Step 1: Prepare Proper preparation can help you and your team clean more efficiently and more safely. Make sure to: Ventilate the space before and during cleaning, when possible Use disinfectants approved by your local regulatory agencies for use against COVID-19 Always read the directions and warnings on your cleaning products carefully Wash or disinfect your hands Step 2: Clean Cleaning is when you remove dust and dirt from surfaces, such as floors and countertops. Make sure to: Sweep, vacuum, dust, and/or mop areas before sanitizing Wash dishes and laundry at the highest heat setting possible Wipe down hard surfaces with soap and water Step 3: Sanitize Sanitizing is when you use chemicals to reduce the number of bacteria on surfaces such as doorknobs and TV remotes. Make sure to: Spray high-touch surfaces in each room with an approved disinfectant spray Let the disinfectant stand for the length of time specified on the product label Allow the surface to air-dry Step 4: Check To access custom cleaning checklists, go to Insights > Cleaning. Make sure to: Refer to the best practices in each room-by-room checklist to make sure that all areas are cleaned and sanitized between each stay Share these best practices with your hosting team and cleaning professionals Step 5: Reset To help prevent cross-contamination, it's important to finish cleaning and sanitizing a room before replacing items for the next guest. Make sure to: Wash your hands before replacing guest supplies, linens, and cleaning kits Safely dispose of or wash cleaning supplies and protective gear Don’t re-enter a room once it’s been sanitized Clean your equipment between each turnover