Spring evokes a sense of energy, making it the perfect time to give your home a deep clean. Not only does cleaning deep inside those hard-to-reach spaces make your space feel like new, but it also prevents bacteria from accumulating in your home. That could give you a much easier fight against spring allergies and seasonal sickness.
Start your spring cleaning by following these simple steps.
Step 1: Wash the windows
Winter weather may have wrought havoc on your windows. Clean the glass with two pieces of microfiber cloth, one for washing and one for wiping. Pick a cloudy day to clean your windows so the cleaning solution won’t dry too quickly and leave streaks.
Step 2: Check the baseboards.
Your baseboards and door frames should be scrubbed at least once a year.
Step 3: Clean the carpet.
Cleaning your carpet ensures its warranty and prevents dust and allergens from collecting in your home. Vacuum in slow strokes, moving forward, then backward.
Step 4: Freshen up the window treatments
Use the upholstery attachment on the vacuum to remove dust and dirt from your window treatments. Take down your sheers and toss them in the dryer on low.
Step 5: Change the air filters.
Regularly replacing your air conditioner filters will help save money on your electricity bill and keep your air clean. Learn how to replace your air filter in this ProCare ProTips video from Invitation Homes.
Step 6: Scrub the bathroom.
Unless your bathroom is regularly cleaned, bacteria will spread throughout the space. Be sure to scrub the shower with plenty of disinfectant and watch for any signs of mold. Wipe down the counters, cabinets, faucet, floors and toilet, using a different cloth for each surface. Clean the bathroom doorknob to further prevent the spread of germs.
Step 7: Clean and organize your kitchen.
Before diving into the deep clean in your kitchen, clear your cabinets and pantry of any expired food or stale spices. Then, clean above your cabinets, an often forgotten space that collects dust. Scrub your surfaces, and then move on to the floors and baseboards. Disinfect your sink and faucet with plenty of cleanser. Then, clean inside and outside your fridge, paying close attention to the door handle.
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