Nothing really says it like a long, deep, and thorough cleaning of your home or building. Spring cleaning is about getting ready for a season full of outdoor activities without worrying about that closet overflowing or that weird smell in the corner of the bathroom.
There are many opinions about the origin of spring cleaning, but for what it comes (and sometimes even when you do it), it is a great time not only to clean, but also to clean some things that have held you back. down clutter and wasted space.
Before you really start cleaning, you need to come up with a plan. There is nothing more frustrating then starting your cleaning and then running out of the fridge halfway through sometimes leaving an even bigger mess than when you started!
Many people are based in the clean room from the room. This can be a particularly useful strategy if you have helpers. Each spouse and children can be in charge of their own room. Even if it’s just you, room by room it puts an easy organizational plan where to go.
One thing that is incredibly important when spring cleaning is giving you time to do it. For most of us, cleaning the whole house from top to bottom is not one day activity. Give yourself plenty of time, whether it’s one room a day or one room a week so you don’t overload yourself or end up with the least done.
The order usually depends on the time you enter. Do they have the whole afternoon to spare for cleaning? A kitchen, living room (including bedrooms), or a larger bathroom would be the way to go. An hour like before bed? Maybe try the dining room, living room, or other less busy places in your home. Once you’ve arrived at the plan, it’s time to clean up! But what does spring cleaning bring? This is a room-by-room list, followed by links to other checklists. Choose what best suits your needs, home, and cleaning style. Then prepare your dwelling to be spacious.
Adult room:
*Wash all bedding.
* Clean under the bed.
* Flip the mattress. Some newer mattresses boast technology where flipping is not necessary to distribute weight evenly. Homewizard.com suggests mowing your mattress every six months, and turning it every six months (on another schedule). If your mattress can’t be folded (it’s not a double post), arrange a rotating mattress to get rid of some of those spots we slept on our way.
*Go through all the rooms, closets, and closets and put everything in order.
* Vacuum and dust every hole. (Don’t forget ceiling fans, lamps, pictures).
* Dust/wash blinds/curtains & wash the windows
*Through the rooms & carrying water and clean any items that you no longer wear/use.
The basic rule of thumb for any room is to leave no stone (turned or corner) unturned!
Room tips:
– Toss the pillows in the dryer sheet for a few minutes to keep them feeling clean and smelling fresh.
– Wait for the vacuum until you have done everything, including the sprinkler.
-Donate the clothes you no longer wear to a nonprofit organization like Charity.
Special considerations: Kids
*Toys: Especially if you have children, it is a good idea to wash plastic toys with soap and water and the fabric toys in the washing machine . Spring cleaning is the best time to get this chore done and then make sure each toy has a special receptacle to go to when it’s clean.
*Clothes: If you have or know of younger children, consider keeping the clothes that your child has outgrown and “putting them away”. This can help you or a friend/family member save some money and time when it comes to dressing the teenager .
In the bathroom:
* Go through your closets, closets, or closets and follow the rule that if you haven’t used it, throw it away.
*Clean all sinks, toilet, and shower surfaces.
* Clean debris with disinfectant.
* Wash all towels/bathmats/curtains.
*Some jewelry powder.
*Swe& brush
Bathroom tips:
-Use a multi-purpose bathroom cleaner like Scrubbing Bubbles All-Purpose Cleaner which can be effectively used on any bathroom surface except the mirror.
– Don’t forget a mirror, Windex works well.
– You can also use Windex to shine on fixtures in your bathroom.
-Before washing, make sure they are machine washable and let them air dry.
-Always sweep and sweep for last.
TV Room/ Sextile Tips:
*The most important thing is to make sure that everything has a place and does not leave your living room.
*If seasonal-decorating”>seasonal-decorating”>or you like to decorate or change everything every now and then, spring cleaning is a great time do. ii changes. Restore the old box (or remove it if the change is permanent).
*ZORB Powder is a cleaning powder for carpets that works with all Dyson carpets and is available at both Target.com and Walmart.com. If you have a fabric rug like the Shark (also available at Target.com), spring cleaning is a great time to get those rugs freshly cleaned, especially if you have allergies or someone in your home.
De Triclinio:
* Images of powder, light fixtures, etc.
* Dust and polish court cabinets and contents. Make sure each cabinet is organized and only holds what it is supposed to.
* Wash with towels.
* Dust/wash curtains or blinds
* Wash and polish the table (take care to follow the instructions for different types).
* Sweep / Mop or Vacuum
The Dining Room Tips:
*For many people, the dining room is not very busy and is only used on special occasions, so the complicated cleaning is not that long. Save this for a day when you don’t have as much time to spare for cleaning.
*When the dining room is often lacking, dust is its biggest enemy. Use a product such as Lemon Pledge Aerosol Furniture Polish that repels dust. Available at most stores like Wal-Mart.
Kitchen:
* Clean the fridge/freezer (inside and outside)
* Clean out the pantry
* Clean oven and stovetop
* Wash the windows
* Clean countertops
* Organize dishes, pots, pans, Tupperware, etc.
* The light of the world is fixed
* Dust tops storage
* Clean storage (inside and outside)
* Wash with towels
* Wash / beat off the miracle
* Wash off any stains on the wall
* Disinfect retail
*Sweep/Mop
Cooking tips:
– If you have canned food that was around last year’s spring cleaning, consider donating it to charity.
-When cleaning the refrigerator, it is often time to change your Baking Soda you use to remove odors.
-If you are like me, you have a box full of random plastic containers with no organization. Now is the time to get rid of the missing lids and find a reasonable way of organizing. Such is this Target three-part set: http://www.target.com/Kitchen-Storage-3-pc-Set/dp/B0009H2JYY/qid=1200689110/ref=br_1_14/601-5550947-0124906?ie=UTF8& node;=1192090&frombrowse;=1&pricerange;=&index;=tgt-mf-mv&field-browse;=1192090&rank;=pmrank&rh;=&page;=3
-Kitchens often get stains and discoloration on the wall. Mr. Clean Magic Frasers or Target brand great wall products that can remove most stains without leaving a residue.
rooms
* Throw away unneeded items
* Keep everything in place
*Floor
Room tips:
– Do not forget the corners and floors.
– Those Magic Frasers can also be used for scuffmarks in rooms and so on.
Laundry Room:
-Clean is someone who cleans the ball
-Go through some articles, boxes, rooms or other organizers
-Clean in a towel dryer
-Sweep/Mop (floor dependent).
Laundry Tips:
-This place is often overlooked since many people have their devices in the closet. However, it is one of those places that will collect clutter while being neglected. If you are forced to clutter, make sure to go through it and remove what is not or does not belong.
Outside:
-Clean up all the extra stuff.
-Wash the windows
– Cushions or any other “spring” material introduced in winter.
Extra Tips:
Based on your home, grid, and area there are some other possibilities of power washing, cleaning gutters, slag or rake. Depending on the weather, reduce what you can so that the house is as bright and clean as inside.
Garage:
*Clitter & use or develop a standard system.
* Clean out the retail/recycling bins
*To sweep
* Don’t forget cleaning your car!
Garage Tips:
-Every garage is completely different. Each one stores different things, so you can figure out what you need with yours.
-Take this time to also clean what goes into your car!
The end result should be breathing relief. A nice start to the new months abroad, friends over, and a clean, clutter-free life… until that cold weather sneapit us back!
Cleansing is really a very personal process and for those of us who dread cleaning, it’s all about finding a process that works for you. Play around with different products or different approaches—just make sure that in the end you have a clutter-free home in your hands, inside and out.
Other Spring Cleaning Checklists:
http://housekeeping.about.com/cs/cleaning101/a/springclnngguid.htm– The class also provides some tips in which to keep with spring cleaning once you have sparkling at home.
http://www.realsimple.com/realsimple/package/0,21861,1020723-1020725,00.html– Real Simple “Streamlined” spring cleaning is more of a time-saving, surface approach to the old adage.
http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/organizing/easy-spring-cleaning-may05– This Good Housekeeping Is More Common Than Your Typical Kind, But It’s Good If You Have A Very Unique home does not fit the usual definitions of fitness.
