Fun fact: Spring cleaning isn't just done when it's springtime - spring cleaning projects are tackled whenever you feel like you've had enough of the disaster area in and around your house. Where to begin may seem like an impossible feat, but don't worry! Below you'll find some useful tips and tricks that will make your spring cleaning a highly efficient operation with no stone left unturned.
Spring Cleaning Tips and Tricks
#1 Gather Your Supplies
What will it take to spring clean your home? A few storage boxes, garbage bags and some cleaning supplies. Here's what we recommend you have on hand before you start your cleaning projects. It may seem like a lot, but you probably have a majority already on hand:
What will it take to spring clean your home? A few storage boxes, garbage bags and some cleaning supplies. Here's what we recommend you have on hand before you start your cleaning projects. It may seem like a lot, but you probably have a majority already on hand:
- Microfiber cleaning cloths
- Paper towels
- Sponges
- Rubber gloves
- Garbage bags
- Broom & dustpan
- Vacuum
- Wet & dry sweepers (like Swiffer) or a mop & bucket, if you like it old school
- Furniture polish
- Glass cleaner
- All-purpose cleaner (we adore Mrs. Meyers)
- Oven cleaner
- Bathroom cleanser
#2 Tackle One Room At A Time
If you already feel yourself getting overwhelmed--relax. What you need to do is come up with a plan of attack. Sure, your natural instinct is to start with the messiest room in the house, but that task can be daunting. Why not start with the least formidable room in the house?
Begin by starting in one corner of the room and work your way around. While completely emptying a room is probably impossible, you can place anything you need to trash, anything you're unsure about or anything that needs to be put away elsewhere in the center of the room. This way, you can easily move furniture, plants and other decor items in order to sweep, vacuum or dust behind them. Speaking of vacuuming, you may be wondering to yourself; “How often should I clean my carpets?” As a rule of thumb, you should probably have your carpets cleaned once a year to remove allergens, dust mites and pet dander. You can hire a professional, or you can rent a carpet cleaner for the day from a grocery store or other big box stores. Alternatively, you can purchase an affordable carpet cleaner, which is a great idea if you have smaller carpeted surfaces (like a hallway) or area and throw rugs.
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#3 Start Decluttering (And Don't Hold Back)
You can tidy up all you want, but your space isn't going to be clean and spotless without doing a bit of decluttering. In addition to a cleaner house, the act of decluttering allows us to personally have better mental clarity and focus. Spring cleaning is the perfect opportunity to let go of any clutter that's been plaguing your life for too long.
If you're not sure where to start, that's ok. Check out this infographic from myadventuretosimplicity for guidance:
#4 Rearrange Some Furniture For A Fresh, New Look
Once you've applied a bit of elbow grease and decluttered your space, you might want to take a look at rearranging your furniture. YIn fact, you should consider Feng shui when it comes to furniture placement. Feng shui helps to promote a positive energy flow throughout your home. For example, your furniture should its back side facing a door. In fact, your sofa should face the door in the west or south-west direction of the living room, if possible. Regardless of furniture placement, a good trick is to move all of the large items in one space (like sofas, chairs and tables) before moving on to something more minor like decor pieces and lamps - this will make sure everything gets moved around evenly.
Once you've applied a bit of elbow grease and decluttered your space, you might want to take a look at rearranging your furniture. YIn fact, you should consider Feng shui when it comes to furniture placement. Feng shui helps to promote a positive energy flow throughout your home. For example, your furniture should its back side facing a door. In fact, your sofa should face the door in the west or south-west direction of the living room, if possible. Regardless of furniture placement, a good trick is to move all of the large items in one space (like sofas, chairs and tables) before moving on to something more minor like decor pieces and lamps - this will make sure everything gets moved around evenly.
There you have it - some highly effective spring cleaning tips and tricks to make your home feel refreshed and renewed. Of course, if spring cleaning your home is a task you can't or don't want to take on yourself, you can always hire a professional. Reach out to friends and family for recommendations, or check online. Hiring a cleaning service might be more affordable than you think!
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