You either love or dislike this time of year. The premise behind spring cleaning has always been the same: take the time to accomplish things you’re too lazy to do more than once a year. However, some people enjoy spring cleaning and what it entails specifically. Because they are just doing what they believe has to be done, some people might not even do spring cleaning.
I commend the men because I vehemently oppose extensive cleanings. But as time has gone on, I’ve had to realize that what matters most is the standard of living, not whether you love it or loathe it. I must, but I don’t want to live in a filthy place.
Benefits of Spring Cleaning:
The numerous advantages of spring cleaning extend beyond simply cleaning up your living area. It’s a time-honored practice that allows you to welcome the new season with a vivid, fresh house. Here are some of the most important advantages of spring cleaning:
- Spring cleaning helps remove dust, stale air, and collected clutter, producing a new and pleasant ambiance in your home after a long winter.
- Cleaner and disinfected living spaces minimize allergies, dust mites, and bacteria, promoting better indoor air quality and a healthier environment for you and your family.
- A clean and tidy home can improve your mental health by lowering stress and offering a sense of serenity and tranquility.
- A clean environment improves focus and productivity, helping you to complete activities more quickly.
- Spring cleaning can provide a sense of satisfaction and contentment, laying the groundwork for new beginnings and a revitalized appearance.
Accept the advantages of spring cleaning and reap the benefits for your living space and overall well-being.
Spring Cleaning Suggestions:
Here are some top spring cleaning suggestions, in case you haven’t already thought of them.
Pressure Wash:
Nowadays, ironing is not given enough credit. No one also believes that the exterior of the house needs to be kept tidy. They call it external for a reason, after all. Observe nature as it works. However, if you don’t want them, nature also provides insects, fungi, and bacteria. The exterior of your home may be cleaned and sanitized in more ways than you can think thanks to this incredible machine.
To get rid of accumulated mold/mildew, cobwebs, bee/wasp hives, pollen/allergens, and other debris from the exterior of your property, use a power washer. Curbs, fences, pool decks, and even the outside of your car can all be quickly cleaned with a pressure washer in your driveway.
If you enjoy watching a dirty surface melt away, using one of these things may be a lot of fun (I know I do!). You can use either natural gas or electricity to power these kids, and they aren’t that expensive either. They are also simple to use with a hose connection. There is only one mid-range light electric vehicle I own, and you can see it here.
Move and Clean under all large Furniture
Exactly like your sofa, bedroom furniture, and other items. They can colonize these regions thanks to the numerous allergens, hair, and dust that enter through nearby vents and vacuum cleaners in the entire house. The last thing you want to think about at night when you go to sleep is the fact that critters find their abode here.
Furthermore, you never know what might be concealed under large, heavy furniture in the kind of trash, food, or misplaced items. Bacteria that cause odors can also be removed by cleaning underneath compact, enclosed spaces.
Microfiber/Old Tees instead of sponges:
You go out and buy a ton of sponges all year long. You presumably use them for cleaning countertops, showers, and bathtubs. When you consider how many times you use a sponge and how many there are in a package, sponges are not inexpensive. They contain the appropriate amount of bacteria, but with time, they accumulate and remain there, causing you to distribute them around your home.
I threw the sponges away after two weeks, with a dishwasher wash in between, but depending on what they were used for, I may only use them once and throw them away.
But then I discovered microfiber cloths. Now, I know what you’re thinking: Who cares whether one of these works? I wouldn’t modify my practice of using a sponge instead of a cloth. All of this is true, but microfibers are excellent for cleaning since they are more absorbent and positively charged, collecting negatively charged dirt, bacteria, filth, and grease – and without the need of any detergents! The main disadvantage is that they must be washed individually or in a lighter load because they easily gather up dirt and hair.
As a result, you may use them for nearly any household task, such as washing and drying dishes, wiping worktops, dusting surfaces, cleaning windows, wiping down showers, baths, or toilets, or treating floors. Finally, they’re long-lasting and cheap – they keep indoor germs and bacteria at bay while you use them without spreading them.
If you have undesired, stained, or old T-shirts, you can cut off parts to dust off, polish wood furniture, mend windows, and do a light clean. They are as simple to use as throwing them in the washing machine and may be reused numerous times for this type of activity.
Wander through your Drains
Because my house has old plumbing, utilizing harsh chemicals and fluids with it can be quite destructive. It’s also terrible for the ecosystem in general. So I have these small drain tubes in each of my bathrooms. The task isn’t glamorous, but if it’s one you enjoy – after noting how much junk disappears in your sink, it’s a necessary one.
The spokes on these little plastic snakes go in opposite directions, so when you put it down the drain and draw it up, it literally grips everything in its path. I’m talking about everything from mold to toothpaste chunks that were trapped in my hair a few days ago.
If you do this on a weekly or monthly basis, you will have no clogging issues all year!
Top to Bottom Cleaning:
Cleaning your whole house is a step-by-step equation in itself! To do this properly, there are steps that need to be taken, otherwise you will be doing the same steps over and over again. This is not very efficient. So when you clean, start from the top down. For example, if you dust your fan blades, the dust that falls will fall on the floor and the floor will be cleaned last.
Spray, Wash, or Wipe the Curtains Down:
I spray the curtains on all the windows in the house once a year. You’d be surprised how dusty those things can get, especially if you don’t use them on a daily basis. However, dust from around the home can get trapped in these, and if not wiped down on a regular basis, they can become quite sticky and need to be washed with soap/water. That’s what I do once a year, plus the occasional light dusting with a dry Swiffer.
Wash those Windows:
Cleaning your windows once a year with mild soap and water, and perhaps a little vinegar to help remove the cleaner, is an excellent idea.
Another tip: Instead of wasting paper towels, consider polishing those windows with a microfiber cloth or cleaning them with newspaper. I’m not sure why this happens, but it does – and it works perfectly.
Re-caulk/seal as needed:
The sealant around your property may need to be updated from time to time. Especially if they receive a lot of damp. This causes mold and mildew growth, which can never be eliminated with sand or a moderate scrub, no matter how hard you clean it. Fortunately, the sealer is easy to remove using a remover and is now completely liquid.
Personally, I prefer the genuine tool because it removes all of the old caulk more quickly and easily. It’s also quite simple to set up, requiring no prior knowledge.
When sealing spaces such as kitchens, bathrooms, sinks, and showers, 100% silicone caulk is the ideal choice. Silicone is the most mold-resistant material.
Detergent for the Washing Machine:
If you have a newer model washing machine, it may already have a ‘clean’ program installed. Every 6 to 12 months, use. If you have an ancient washing machine (like me), load it with hot water, some baking soda, or a touch of bleach, and run it through its cycle.
This will wash away any lingering unclean water that has settled and residue from dirty clothes over time.
Wash your Pillows:
I was humiliated when I moved in with my husband and saw his sleeping pads the first time we washed our bedding. They are golden and orange in color. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing.
Sweat, oil, skin, dander, and bacteria may and will flow through and into your pillowcase. Every 6 to 12 months, lightly wash.
Fresh Decor for your Walls:
It’s so easy to do that it almost tempts you to find a good excuse to give your home a little makeover. A fresh coat of paint covers any smell of old paint that has seeped into the walls (or at least I noticed), it brightens up the room as the sun fades the paint over time, and is generally a nice good way for a fresh start with spring cleaning.
Conclusion:
Spring cleaning has numerous advantages, ranging from improved indoor air quality to improved aesthetics and functionality of your living area. You may get the most out of your annual cleaning ritual by following best practices, cleaning room by room, and implementing long-term maintenance measures. Take advantage of the opportunity to clean, renew, and revive your home, resulting in a clean, healthy, and harmonious living environment that promotes your well-being all year. Spring cleaning is more than just a task; it’s a chance to make your home a refuge of cleanliness and comfort.
FAQs
1. What supplies do I need for spring home cleaning?
All-purpose cleansers, glass cleaners, disinfectants, microfiber cloths, mops, brooms, vacuum cleaners, and scrub brushes are necessary spring cleaning materials.
2. How can I make the most of spring home cleaning?
Create a cleaning checklist, acquire necessary cleaning products, clear and arrange your area, and follow a room-by-room cleaning plan to make the most of your spring home cleaning.
3. Why is spring home cleaning important?
Spring cleaning has a number of advantages, including maintaining a healthy living environment, improving mental well-being, and revitalizing the beauty of your home.
