Hi Mrs Twiddle

As per my 1944 book,(which I know you would love to have)today is the day for the 'Special Weekly Cleaning of the Kitchen and the Larder and Scullery,nowadays referred to as a Utility room'
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Weekly Cleaning of Kitchen.

1. Open the windows.
2. Take up mats and shake outside.
3. If there is an open dresser remove all the exposed china,etc
4. Clean the stove. Attend to flues if solid-fuel is in use.
5. Clean paintwork where necessary.
6. Clean out cupboards,drawers etc.
7. Clean the windows. Wash paintwork where necessary.
8. Wash and,if necessary,scrub the table and floor.
9. Dust thoroughly.
10.Replace furniture,mats,etc.

Weekly Cleaning of the Larder.

1. Remove all food.
2. Dust down walls,shelves, etc.
3. Wash shelves;scrub if necessary.
4. Clean window.
5. Wash the floor.
6. Dust the woodwork thoroughly.
7. When quite dry replace food etc.

Weekly Cleaning of Scullery/Utility Room.

1. Clean paintwork where necessary.
2. Wash shelves and general equipment.
3. Clean the windows.
4. Attend to the floor.
5. Clean the sink.
6. Flush the sink with hot strong soda water. Pour down a little disinfectant and leave standing.[UNQUOTE]

Hands up all those who follow these guidelines.lol