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​The Best Spring Cleaning Strategies: Tips and Tricks for a Spotless Home

Spring is the perfect time to freshen up your home after a long winter. As the weather warms up, it's time to roll up your sleeves and get to work. But where do you start? With so many rooms and items to clean, it can be overwhelming. That's why we've put together a simple guide to a few of the best spring cleaning strategies that we often use, and we think you will, too.  Let's get started.

The Best Spring Cleaning Strategies: Tips and Tricks for a Spotless Home

Declutter Your Home

​The first step to a spotless home is decluttering. Before you start cleaning, take some time to go through your belongings and get rid of anything you no longer need. This will not only make cleaning easier but also create more space in your home.
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Create A Cleaning Checklist

​A cleaning checklist is a great way to stay organized and ensure you don't miss anything. Make a list of all the rooms in your home and the tasks you need to complete in each one. Prioritize the areas that need the most attention and work your way down the list.  To make things easier, The Spruce compiled a list of some of the best FREE printable cleaning checklists on the web; just download and print!

Room-by-Room Cleaning Tips:

Kitchen

The kitchen is often the heart of the home and can get dirty quickly. Here are some tips for a sparkling clean kitchen:
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  • Start with the fridge and freezer. Empty them out and clean the shelves and drawers with warm, soapy water. Check expiration dates and throw away any expired food.
  • Clean the oven and stovetop. Use a non-toxic oven cleaner or a mixture of baking soda and vinegar to clean the oven. Clean the stovetop with warm, soapy water and a scrub brush.
  • Clean the countertops and sink. Wipe down the countertops with warm, soapy water and a microfiber cloth. Use a gentle cleaner to clean the sink and faucet.
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Living Room

The living room is a place to relax and unwind, but it can quickly become cluttered. Here's how to keep it clean:
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  • Dust all surfaces. Use a microfiber cloth to dust the furniture, shelves, and decor.
  • Clean the floors. Vacuum or sweep the floors, then mop with warm, soapy water.
  • Deep clean the carpet.  Whether it's your living room, bedroom or common areas, it's a good idea to deep clean your carpets with a professional service such as Massey's Chem-Dry at least once a year.
  • Wash the curtains and blinds. Dust and wash the curtains and blinds to keep them fresh.

Bathroom

The bathroom is a place where cleanliness is essential. Here's how to keep it hygienic:
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  • Scrub the bathtub and shower. Use a non-toxic cleaner to scrub the bathtub and shower walls. Don't forget to clean the showerhead and faucets.
  • Clean the toilet. Use a toilet bowl cleaner to clean the inside of the toilet bowl. Wipe down the outside of the toilet with a disinfectant.
  • Clean the sink and countertops. Wipe down the sink and countertops with a gentle cleaner.
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Bedroom

A clean and organized bedroom can help you sleep better at night. Here's how to keep it tidy:
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  • Wash the bedding. Strip the bed and wash all the bedding, including the pillows, sheets, and blankets.
  • Clean the floors. Vacuum or sweep the floors, then mop with warm, soapy water.
  • Declutter your closet. Go through your clothes and get rid of anything you no longer wear.
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Use Natural Cleaners

Using natural cleaners is not only better for the environment, but also safer for you and your family. Here are a few easy natural cleaning solutions you can use in and around your home:
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  • Vinegar and water. Mix equal parts of vinegar and water in a spray bottle for an all-purpose cleaner.
  • Lemon juice. Lemon juice can be used to clean and disinfect surfaces.
  • Baking soda. Baking soda can be used to clean and deodorize carpets, upholstery, and more.

Check out the infographic below for even more great "green cleaning recipes"; we love the idea of adding essential oils to these "recipes" to help keep things smelling fresh and clean.  Genius!
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6 Natural Cleaning Recipes You Can Make at Home #infographic
You can also find more infographics at Visualistan

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Don't Forget The Details

When spring cleaning, it's essential not to overlook the details. Here are some areas that are often forgotten:
  • Light fixtures. Clean light fixtures with a microfiber cloth or duster.
  • Baseboards. Wipe down baseboards with warm, soapy water.
  • Windows. Clean the windows inside and out with a streak-free cleaner.
  • Air vents. Dust and vacuum air vents to improve air quality.
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Get The Whole Family Involved

Spring cleaning doesn't have to be a one-person job. Get the whole family involved by assigning tasks and making it a fun activity. Kids can help by picking up toys and organizing their rooms, while adults can tackle the bigger tasks
Spring cleaning is a great way to freshen up your home and create a clean, organized space. By decluttering, creating a cleaning checklist, using natural cleaners, and not forgetting the details, you can make your home spotless in no time. Don't forget to involve the whole family and have fun with the process!
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