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One in ten Britons have not cleaned their home in more than a year

ONE in ten Brits admit they haven’t cleaned some parts of their home for more than a year.

A survey of 2,000 adults found that behind and under furniture, and interior cupboards and drawers are the most neglected places when it comes to cleaning.

Research has found that many Brits have been neglecting cleaning areas in their homes for more than a year (stock image)

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Research has found that many Brits have been neglecting cleaning areas in their homes for more than a year (stock image)Credit: Getty
A spokesperson for Febreze Fabric Refresher said people often make cleaning tasks

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A spokesperson for Febreze Fabric Refresher said people often make cleaning tasks “bigger” in their mindsCredit: SWNS

One in four admit that their curtains are among the most neglected parts of their home, while nine percent say the same about their sofa.

And four percent admitted their bedding had been left untouched for ‘ages’.

It also emerged that 60 percent often postpone cleaning work because they think it will take too long, while others avoid it if it is difficult to achieve (48 percent) or if they are not motivated (34 percent).

However, 31 percent simply do not think these areas need to be cleaned that often.

A spokesperson for Febreze Fabric Refresher, which commissioned the research, said: “Knowing how to refresh larger garments can be tricky, especially if you can’t put them in the washing machine.

“There are a whole host of reasons why we put off these types of tasks, and more often than not we make them bigger in our minds than they really are.

“But using the right tools to make this happen can make it an easier job than you think.

“For example, a quick spritz of curtains or sofa cushions can save you the hassle of having to take them to the dry cleaner, keeping them feeling fresher for longer, smelling great and eliminating odors.”

The survey also found that 34 percent admitted that the lack of cleaning in some of the most neglected areas has caused tension in their households.

But 70 percent admitted that they often overestimated how long certain tasks around the house would take.

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A quarter spend every few months cleaning the most ignored parts of their home, while 13 percent admit to completing these tasks only once a year.

And typically only 27 minutes are spent completing the difficult tasks.

This time commitment is significantly lower compared to the areas of the house that are cleaned the most.

However, there is a real sense of pride among the British when people do start spraying or scrubbing the troublesome areas.

AREAS OF THE HOUSE THAT ARE LEAST CLEANED

  1. Behind furniture (e.g. dressers, bookshelves)
  2. Under furniture (e.g. beds, sofas)
  3. Curtains
  4. Indoor cupboards and drawers
  5. Lighting fixtures and chandeliers
  6. Oven
  7. Skirting boards
  8. Windows
  9. Blinds
  10. Mattress
  11. Door frames and light switches
  12. Ceiling corners (for cobwebs and dust)
  13. Refrigerator
  14. The couch
  15. Carpets
  16. Cushion covers
  17. Shower curtains and liners
  18. Rugs
  19. Blankets and plaids
  20. Bedding

One in four respondents, via OnePoll, always feel a sense of achievement after cleaning something difficult, while a further 29 percent often feel this way.

A spokesperson for Febreze Fabric Refresher added: “While it may not always be at the top of everyone’s to-do list, doing hard things in your day can bring a great sense of reward.

“And freshening up your home can certainly be part of that. Our research shows that tackling something difficult gives people a sense of pride and can make people feel good about themselves.

“Ensuring that you are equipped for the task at hand can go a long way because you can make the task much more manageable.”

Cleaning behind and under furniture is one of the most neglected chores (stock image)

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Cleaning behind and under furniture is one of the most neglected chores (stock image)Credit: Getty

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