Both approaches work, but for most people, having small, basic cleaning kits in key areas plus a central backup works best. If every time you see a small mess you have to walk to a distant storage room, you’re more likely to say “I’ll do it later” and forget.

For example, keep a mini kit in each bathroom: a cloth or sponge, a mild cleaner, toilet brush, and maybe some wipes. In the kitchen, store dish soap, a multi-surface cleaner and microfiber cloths under the sink. Then keep bulk refills and less-used products (like glass cleaner, floor cleaner, deep stain removers) together in one central cupboard.

This way, daily quick cleaning is easy because tools are within arm’s reach. The central spot still makes sense for safety — especially if you have kids, you can store strong chemicals high and locked, and just keep gentle products accessible.

Convenience is everything. If supplies live where mess happens, cleaning becomes a matter of seconds, not a whole project.