This article was originally published at Lizanest.com.

The White House might look calm and perfect from the outside, but running it is a huge job. It’s more than just the President’s home — it’s also a workplace, museum, and historic landmark that never shuts down. Every day, people are cleaning, fixing, cooking, and organizing something inside. Keeping it all running costs millions of dollars each year. From repainting its walls to caring for its gardens, the White House takes constant work and attention. Here are some fun and surprising facts that show what it really takes to maintain the most famous house in America.
