Winter may be gone but it’s left behind traces of itself in dust, clutter, and everything you couldn’t be bothered dealing with in the cold. So now that it’s time for some fresh Spring air, your home needs it too.
We know that spring cleaning can seem like a huge chore, but it doesn’t have to be. So we’ve put together some handy tips to help you get through it, without the stress.
De-clutter
First things first, declutter every room or area you need to clean. It’s going to reduce your stress level and make your job way easier. Plus, you won’t be able to move on if you keep running into things that belong elsewhere and need moving.
Think green
To save yourself and your home from harsh cleaners, try avoiding too many chemicals and toxins while you’re cleaning. Use a steam-cleaner or natural combinations like vinegar and baking soda. These are affordable, non-toxic, and effective.
Step-by-step
Who says spring cleaning has to be hard? Take it slow and steady if you need to, a good idea is to plan for a weekend. Start with the spots that will have the most impact first, like the pantry or fridge, this helps you feel accomplished and motivated while you continue throughout the house.
Remember the air
We generally forget about the air ducts when cleaning and don’t realise they also collect allergens and chemicals. Make sure to clean or replace your filters to improve the indoor air quality so you’re breathing clean, healthy air again.
Share the load
You should never have to tackle this alone, get the whole family involved – because more hands make light work. Give the smaller jobs to the kids, e.g. sorting or restocking. Add some upbeat music or competitive elements, even spring cleaning is fun when you do it together. Then reward everyone at the end of the day. Another handy tip is to be realistic when it comes to time and ability; you’re only good at so many things, enlist professionals to help speed things up. Divide and conquer!
Beware of the allergies
Winter dust has settled everywhere, and if you’re one to start sneezing, then make sure you wear rubber gloves, masks or even a hairnet and save yourself from the allergies and skin irritations. Now’s also a good time to start dry cleaning the blankets and duvets, and vacuuming and flipping the mattresses.
