Lexington Apartment - Cleaning Services for Families with Young Children

• Project Name: Intensive Cleaning of a 1-Bedroom Apartment

• Location: Lexington Apartment Complex, Ho Chi Minh City

• Objective: To clean a family living space with young children in a safe, chemical-free manner, while preserving the original condition of the surfaces , so that the family can resume normal activities immediately after completion.

Project context

Mr. Q's apartment has an area of ​​45m² , serving as the living space for a family with two young children .

High usage frequency, especially in the living room, kitchen, and on low walls – areas where children frequently come into contact.

The requirements go beyond simply cleaning; they must also ensure:

• Safe for young children

• No chemical odors will linger.

• Effectively removes stubborn stains typical of households with children.

Therefore, this is not a thorough, heavy-duty cleaning session, but rather a controlled cleaning that prioritizes the safety of young children and preserves the condition of the surfaces .

Specific issues

Concerns about cleaning chemicals

Mr. Q's family is particularly interested in:

• The mildness of the chemicals used

• Potential for lingering odor after cleaning

• Risk of children coming into direct contact with freshly cleaned surfaces.

Therefore, a "harsh cleaning" solution using strong chemicals is not suitable for the needs of a family .

Walls vandalized by children's drawings – a difficult problem to solve completely.

This is a common problem in families with young children, but it is often handled incorrectly:

• Children use crayons, pencils, or markers to draw directly on the walls.

• The stain is low and easily visible.

• If not treated properly, the paint surface is prone to discoloration or peeling.

The family wanted to clean the walls but keep the original paintwork intact .

Small space, densely populated area.

With an area of ​​45m²:

• Dust and odors accumulate quickly.

• Sofas, carpets, and kitchen areas are the most common places for dirt to accumulate.

• Self-cleaning only addresses the surface, not the long-standing buildup.

Plumora's approach and handling

Prioritize the safety of young children.

Right from the survey stage, Plumora clearly identified:

• Use mild chemicals , suitable for spaces with children.

• Minimize lingering odors after cleaning.

• Ensure the surface dries quickly, avoiding prolonged dampness.

The goal is that once the cleaning is complete, the family can resume their normal activities immediately , without having to avoid the areas that have just been cleaned.

Removing graffiti from walls depends on the type of surface.

Instead of cleaning everything at once, the Plumora team broke it down into smaller steps:

• Determine the type of paint and the sensitivity level of the surface.

• Test in an inconspicuous area before main treatment.

• Clean in small sections to avoid color bleeding.

This approach helps to:

• Significantly reduces children's drawings.

• Preserves the original condition of the wall surface.

• Avoid the sensation of excessive surface friction.

Focus on areas where children have the most contact.

The cleaning procedure prioritizes:

• Door handles, low tabletops

• Sofas and rugs – places where children often sit or play

• Kitchen area and shared living space

The cleaning isn't done indiscriminately, but focuses precisely on the points of daily contact .

The result after completion

• The space is clean but not smelly.

• The wall sections that were drawn on by children have been significantly cleaned, with no paint smudging.

• Sofas and carpets are clean, dry, and do not feel damp.

• Once completed, the family does not need to isolate any area, and the child can resume normal activities.

Plumora learned from this project.

For apartments with young children:

Cleanliness is not enough; it must be safe.

• Not all stains should be treated aggressively.

• A clean space is only truly meaningful when children can still touch, play, and go about their daily lives as usual.