Spring-cleaning is the practice of thoroughly cleaning a house in the springtime. The practice of spring-cleaning is especially prevalent in climates with a cold winter. In many cultures, annual cleaning occurs at the end of the year, which may be in spring or winter, depending on the calendar. The spring cleaning tips below outline basic techniques that will help you clean almost every surface (or object) in any house.
1. Easy Spring Cleaning Tips
Spring-cleaning is the practice of thoroughly cleaning a house in the springtime. The
practice of spring-cleaning is especially prevalent in climates with a cold winter. In
many cultures, annual cleaning occurs at the end of the year, which may be in
spring or winter, depending on the calendar. The spring cleaning tips below outline
basic techniques that will help you clean almost every surface (or object) in any
house.
Upholstery Furniture
Take cushions outside and gently beat them by hand to remove dust. If there are
stains, check the pieces for care labels. Use a vacuum’s upholstery and crevice tools
to clean under seat cushions. For deep cleaning, take help of professionals.
Bookshelves
Take everything off the Shelves, and brush shelves and books with a feather duster.
Use the dust-brush or crevice tool on a vacuum to reach into tight spots. Wipe the
spines of leather-bound books with a clean, soft cloth. Sort books by size and
subject. Line books, some vertically, some horizontally, in a rhythmic pattern. This
will relieve the dullness of rows.
Mattress
The perfect time to pay attention to what is under your bedding? When your sheets
being washed too. Use your vacuum's crevice tool to clean the surface and sides,
then spot-clean stains with Pet Stain and Odor Remover. Sanitize with a Disinfectant
Spray afterwards.
Closet
Organizing your closet is the first step to organizing the rest of your home. Get rid of
unused clothes and accessories, and organize the rest by how you get dressed in
the morning and by color. Your closet will look appealing, and your everyday routine
will be easier.
2. Area Rugs
Synthetic carpets and rugs with waterproof backings can be deep cleaned with a
rotary shampoo machine and a hot-water extraction machine. Rugs without
backings, including Orientals, require professional cleaning.
Tiled Surfaces
Cleaning bathroom and kitchen tiles with a cleaner that has "neutral pH" on the
label. You can also mix baking soda and water for a homemade cleaner: Pour 1/2
cup baking soda into 2 gallons water and mix very well. Then apply the liquid with a
string mop or sponge mop. For grout, use the same baking soda and water mixture,
but for tough stains, call in the professionals.
Carpet
You are going to love this: Less-trafficked areas of your carpet only have to be
cleaned once or twice a year, and every 18 months for a bedroom. For higher-traffic
areas, the most often you would need to bring in professionals would be three or
four times a year, although once you see that your carpet is dirty, you probably
should have it cleaned for health reasons.
Oven
If you ever start to smell something burning when you turn on your oven, it might
be time to give it a deep clean. First, chip off loose pieces from your range, and then
spritz burnt-on food with ammonia. Sprinkle baking soda and a few drops of white
vinegar on the bottom, let it bubble up, and then whisk away the grime with a
sponge.
Washing Machine
Do not wash your clothes in a smelly machine. Instead, disinfect it with distilled
white vinegar and baking soda to keep it fresh and high functioning. Run the
machine with hot water, then add the cleaning agents, and let it sit for 30 to 60
minutes. Afterwards, restart your machine, let the water drain, and wipe it dry.
Refrigerator
This means the outside and inside. Pull out all of your fridge's interior shelving and
wash them with warm soapy water. Then wipe down the surfaces that can't be
removed on the inside with a sponge before putting shelves back in their place.
Wood Floors
Even though you might think you should mop your wooden floors every week, this
chore could ruin them. Instead, you should only wet-clean them once every one to
two months with Hardwood Floor Cleaner, and spot-clean as needed.
Windows
3. Instead of just wiping down the inside, make sure you take to the outdoors, that you
do not usually have time to tackle. Using warm water and a mild dishwashing liquid
scrub each window glass with a brush; rinse thoroughly.
Cabinets
Over time, build-up can collect on your kitchen cabinets — especially if you do not
run the exhaust hood over your range while you cook to keep grease from settling.
To remove, use cleaner to cut through the dirt and leave wood moisturized.
Countertops
The first step to preventing granite stains: Seal your countertops as soon as they
are installed. You will know they are sealed properly when water beads and forms
droplets on the surface. To maintain, have them sealed again a year later and make
sure you wipe up accidental spills as soon as they happen.
Walls and Ceilings
Use a vacuum to remove dust. Tackle stubborn surface grime, especially prevalent
in kitchens, with a solvent-free degreaser (test it first in an inconspicuous area to
ensure it will not mar the surface).
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