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Diwali deep cleaning checklist, room by room
By MIB Care Team · Last reviewed 23 October 2026 · 6 min read
Short answer: Start 7 days before Diwali and clean from the top of the home to the bottom: declutter first, then ceilings and fans, then kitchen and washrooms, then furniture and fabrics, and floors last. Leave the puja space and entrance for the final day so they stay fresh.
The 7-day plan
| Day | Focus |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Declutter every room. Keep, donate, recycle. Clear cupboards before you clean them. |
| Day 2 | Ceilings, fans, lights and cobwebs across the home. |
| Day 3 | Kitchen: chimney, tiles, cabinets inside and out, steel and brass. |
| Day 4 | Washrooms: tiles, grout, taps, mirrors and exhaust fans. |
| Day 5 | Windows, grills, curtains and balconies. |
| Day 6 | Sofas, mattresses, carpets and wardrobes. |
| Day 7 | Floors, puja space, entrance and silver, ready for rangoli and diyas. |
Room-by-room checklist
Living room
- Dust fans, lights and the tops of cabinets
- Wipe walls, switchboards and doors
- Vacuum and spot-clean sofas
- Wash or dry-clean curtains
- Clean TV units and showcases inside
- Polish wooden furniture
Kitchen
- Degrease the chimney filter and tiles
- Empty, wipe and re-line cabinets
- Clean the fridge inside and the back coils
- Descale the sink and taps
- Polish steel, copper and brass vessels
- Check pantry stock and expiry dates
Bedrooms
- Vacuum and air mattresses
- Reorganise wardrobes before festive shopping
- Wipe headboards and side tables
- Clean window tracks and grills
Washrooms
- Remove hard-water stains from taps and glass
- Scrub grout lines
- Clean exhaust fans and vents
- Wash mats and replace worn ones
Puja space and entrance
- Clean idols and silver gently with a soft cloth
- Polish brass diyas and bells
- Wash the entrance and the door frame
- Clean the name plate and bell
Polishing brass and silver safely
Use a gentle cleaner made for brass or silver, or a paste of mild detergent and warm water, with a soft cloth. Avoid steel wool and harsh powders, which scratch. Dry each piece fully so it does not tarnish again before the festival.
Short on time?
Book a Diwali home restoration online: ₹15 per sq ft of floor area + 18% GST, walls and ceilings included, so a 750 sq ft 2 BHK is ₹11,250 + GST. Inside wardrobes, kitchen cabinets, fridge, sofa and chairs are half price when added. Bookings are confirmed with a 50% advance by UPI. Book your date.
When to call MIB Care Team
Home deep cleaning. Customised to your home, walls and ceilings included. Book online in 60 seconds.
Questions we hear often
When should I start Diwali cleaning?
About 7 days before Diwali. Start with decluttering, and book professional help 2 to 3 weeks ahead, because the last week before Diwali fills up fast.
What should I clean first?
Declutter first, then clean from top to bottom: ceilings and fans, then walls and cabinets, then furniture, and floors last.
How much does Diwali deep cleaning cost with MIB Care Team?
Home deep cleaning is ₹15 per sq ft of floor area plus 18% GST, with walls and ceilings included. A 750 sq ft 2 BHK is ₹11,250 + GST. Inside wardrobes, kitchen cabinets, fridge, sofa and chairs are half price when added to the booking.
How do I clean silver idols?
Gently, with a soft cloth and a cleaner made for silver. Avoid abrasive powders and dry each piece fully.