Spring Cleaning: Refresh, Revive, Rejuvenate.
Whether you’re looking to spruce up your living space or just want to feel refreshed and confident in your home, this spring cleaning checklist has all you need. From deep-cleaning carpets and furniture, to organising closets and drawers, this comprehensive guide will help you get ready for spring in full swing.
Overall Home
Dust ceiling fans & light fixtures
Clean windowsills and window tracts
- Clean your floor ventsÂ
Vacuum and/or wipe down curtains and blinds
Wipe baseboards and dust room corners
Wipe down your walls
Freshen up carpets by sprinkling baking soda and then vacuuming after letting it sit for 15-30 minutes
Test batteries in all smoke detectors
Disinfect door knobs, cabinet handles, light switches
Wash your reusable grocery bags
Reorganize your junk drawers
Wash interiors of windows (see @gocleanco for some awesome tips and tools on cleaning your windows)
Kitchen
Wipe down all appliances including coffee maker, toaster, microwave, etc.
Replace or clean the range hood/hood fan filter
Empty refrigerator, throw out any condiments or food that has passed it’s expiry date, wipe down inside of fridge & defrost freezer
Clean & re-organize pantry
Clean the inside of your oven & scrub the stove top/range
Clear out cabinets and wash the shelving
Sanitize your sink and clean the inner rim of the sink guard
Clean behind and underneath the fridge
Empty and clean the crumb tray of your toaster/toaster oven
Bathrooms
Scrub the shower and bath tub (vinegar and baking soda are a great solution to build up on the glass doors)
Wash shower curtain & floor mat
Organize and wipe down cabinet shelving and drawers
Scrub the toilet & tiles around it
Properly dispose of any old medications, make-up and toiletries
Clean your make-up brushes
Use a grout cleaner to brighten up your tile grout
Remove hard water build up from your shower head and sink faucets by tying a plastic bag filled with water and vinegar around the faucets and letting sit for up to an hour
Bedrooms
Organize closet and drawers
Wash bedding & pillows
Rotate mattress
Disinfect kids’ toys
Laundry Room
Clean behind washer and dryer
Thoroughly clean lint trap & vacuum your dryer vent on the exterior of the home
Make sure you are cleaning your washing machine filters every couple of months & disinfecting your washing machine seal often
Living Room
Remove furniture cushion pieces and vacuum throughout to remove any crumbs, dirt, etc.
Refresh your throw pillows
Home office
Disinfect keyboard, mouse and phone
Wipe down your computer screen
Outdoors
Re-organize and sweep your garage
Pressure wash your deck and patio furniture
Wash your garbage, recycling and compost bins
Remove your window screens and clean with soapy water, then wash the exterior of your windows
Clean your door mats (exterior ones – hose down and air dry), indoor ones – vacuum on both sides)
