The items you should not clean too often
1. Ceiling fans and lights Ceiling mounted lighting fixtures and ceiling fans only need to be cleaned once a month. Schedule cleaning in different rooms for each week. Remember to clean overhead fixtures first, so that dirt will fall to the ground. Daily cleaning of electrical appliances and lights can also affect how often and how long they operate. 2. Winter coat Want to save on dry cleaning bills? Most winter coats can be worn all season with just a few washes. The key to staying away from routine laundry is spotting stains as early as possible. Hang your coat properly after each wear and use a good clothes brush to remove dust and lint. 3. Bed sheets, blankets and comforters Bed sheets are tricky to clean because of their size. So you don't have to wash them daily or weekly. Instead, clean them at the end of each month. If you don't have a large front-loading washing machine, take these items to the laundromat. If you have small children or pets in your bed, usi...