Cleaning Protocol

Address: Unit #202A at 260 Carlaw Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M4M 3L1 (see video of where located)

Entry Code: provided by Danny in advance

Studio door not opening? The deadbolt might be armed: Call Danny to remotely unlock it +1 416-277-6355

STEP 1: Ensure Building Common Areas are Clean

  1. Before you start to clean the studio, please drop off your cleaning supplies in studio then walk the following route to check for garbage (see video).

  2. Please move any garbage found outside in common areas to the dumpsters (see video + map of where dumpsters are).

Why is this important? When our clients leave garbage in or around the building, our building manager fines us $500.

Watch this video to see where you have to check for garbage OUTSIDE the unit.

STEP 2: Cleaning Inside the Studio

A. Where are the Supplies?

Everything is either under the kitchen or washroom sink, or above the washroom (use golden ladder to climb upstairs, code PUCK to unlock).

Under sinks: toilet bowl cleaner, garbage bags

Golden ladder: broom, dustpan

Above washroom: vacuum, garbage bags, red spray mop, floor cleaner solution (dilute 1 cleaner to 10 parts water), Windex, Bounty paper towels

B. Order of Operations

Please note the following instructions, as they are designed to help you clean faster. When cleaning, clean from top to bottom. That way any debris from the beginning on counter tops, gets swept up and mopped at the end from the floor.

  1. Windex and Paper Towel to clean surfaces (tabletops, mirrors, sinks, counters, toilet seat, ceramic, etc.)

  2. Sweep floor before mopping.

  3. Spray mop to clean floor (fill spray mop with water, then add a splash of floor cleaner). Our floor is old and worn, so minimal cleaning agent helps preserve it.

This video will show you how to put everything back in the studio and what to focus on.

Step 3: Studio Cleaning

CHECKLIST

1. Washroom

  • Sink & Faucet / Mirrors → wipe with Windex

  • Toilet →

    • Seat & exterior: Windex

    • Bowl: brush + Vim → flush → plunge once (bad pipes)

  • Toilet Paper → beside toilet, fold with arrow shape to look pretty

  • Restock → 4 rolls toilet paper above mirror

  • Garbage → press down tissues in bin with foot to create more space

  • Floor → mop with spray mop

  • Occasional Deep Clean → wipe walls / baseboards for smears/water trails

2. Kitchenette

  • Surfaces → Windex (counters, stovetop, sink & faucet, fridge if dirty)

  • Dishes → wash cups in sink or put back in rack

  • Organization → tidy cupboards, put rolling cart against wooden wall

  • Water → refill Brita if low, empty hot water kettle

3. Bar Top Area

  • Bar & stools → wipe with Windex (tops + legs)

  • Mirror → clean large mirror (front & behind), wipe wall/baseboard if dirty

  • Check Wall → clean wall above bartop if there are scuffs / stains

4. Makeup Mirror / Vanity

  • Mirror → clean first, then vanity table (use Windex)

  • Details → clean drawer pulls, “Good Vibes” mirror (avoid the Instagram sticker)

  • Stools → wipe seat & stainless base

  • Tidy → open curtain, move garbage from silver bin to main bin, check baseboards

5. Windows & Curtains

  • Open black drapes fully, close white sheers nicely

    (leave air conditioner exposed during warm months, cover air conditioner with sheer curtain during cold months)

  • Clean window sill if dirty

  • Open white roller blind halfway (white floor room, right side)

  • Pull furniture a few feet away from curtains

  • Check for stains on curtains → report to Danny

6. Living Areas

  • Sofa → free of crumbs, fluff pillows, vacuum if needed

  • Coffee table → wipe with Windex

  • Chairs → arrange hanging/saucer chairs neatly, fluff pillows

7. Garbage & Recycling

  • Bins:

    • Silver (vanity) → empty into main bin

    • Washroom → compress tissues unless more than half full, then replace bag

    • Main garbage → replace bag if > ¾ full (bags under sink)

    • Recycle → under rolling kitchen cart

8. Floors

  • Sweep first → corners & edges included

  • Then Mop →

    • Use red spray mop from upstairs above washroom

    • Mop lengthwise along the length of planks, not perpendicular across planks.

    • Spray mop use spray generously for proper degreasing

    • Firm pressure → should work up a light sweat

9. Before Leaving

  • Take all garbage out to designated area (see map & video)

  • If unsure about ANYTHING (don’t be shy) or lost, call Danny: +1 (416) 277-6355

Walk-Thru Video & Map Location: Garbage & Recycling Bins

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Map showing directions to blue dumpster and recycle bins at the end of an alleyway from a studio, with north-south and east-west compass directions. The path covers 100 meters in an alleyway along Carlaw Ave, ending at Dundas St.

Where / How to Arrange the Space

How to arrange the studio prior to departure!

Upon Departure

Kindly ensure you do the following before you leave:

  1. Turn everything off (say “Hey Google, turn everything off”)

  2. Unit door fully closed (it locks itself).

  3. Text Danny that you’ve closed the studio door and left, so he can arm the deadbolt and alarm remotely.