I think I clean mine to some degree at least 47 times a day. It grows tiresome. There are times I just walk away from it. Kids get fed, but I need a break from it. It is as bad as laundry. I mop, then it is dirty. I clean, I cook, the kids leave crumbs. They also use at least a 16 piece place setting apiece each day. That just can't be energy efficient. What is the best way to keep it clean? Wait until they move out and then dine out every day? ;)