Believe it or not, the springtime comes with a lot of dust and pollen for your beloved home. Cleaning your house for the wellbeing of your family is crucial. Not only this, but the current lockdown situation has also set the stage for such deep spring-cleaning chores.

Smelling the colorful flowers and hearing the birds chirp is not a treat unless your indoor is as appealing as the outdoor. Cleaning this summer helps to deep cleaning your house and it may sound like a very simple process, but when you are up to it, there is a high chance that you will not end up as a satisfied soul.

From making a checklist to scrubbing each item, a long list of levels would need a day or two, for accomplishment of home cleaning. (don’t worry about if you miss your change to spring clean)

Here are ten useful tips to clean your home this summer (should you not feel like hiring a commercial cleaning company) before beginning this summer cleaning crucial process.

Here is your cleaning checklist:

Decide the best time for a summer cleaning/ Spring Clean

The weather could be the deciding factor here, but keep an eye on the forecast and pick up a sunny and bright day for starting summer cleaning

You might feel cold and relaxed on a windy day, but the gusty wind would not let you clean properly. So, it is better to have a clam day for that prominent result.

If in case you are not free on a sunny day, then starting early in the morning would be highly recommended for a home clean. Sunlight will be the exposing agent for all the dust and dirt covering your house, helping you clean more properly.  

Make a spring clean checklist

Ignoring and forgetting becomes a norm at home, as we all are at ease there. Thus, for keeping up with our deep cleaning plan, you need to do some homework. 

Before you start, take out some time and try to inspect your house for pointing out some of the most shunned areas. Try to think of some crucial spots that are in frequent use as they will need extra deep cleaning.

Once you are done making a checklist of all the targets areas in your home, you must consider suitable strategies for sorting out the cleaning issues specifically for those areas.

Manage the clutter 

If you are an unorganized person, then you will have to spare almost 40 minutes for decluttering. If not, then be ready to face the music. 

Keep all your clothes in cupboards or covered buckets, cover all the edibles with plastic sheets, grab some plastic packets for the decoration pieces, and do not forget to cover the Tv screen.

Bang on the drawers first.

As you have covered everything, now it is the time to clean up the drawers, they are undoubtedly the most used yet ignored storage spots.    

You will need a few things for working smoothly

1. Get two big boxes

2. A magnet

3. Your dust bin 

4. Clean paper

Put all the necessary stuff that you will organize after cleaning, in the box, dump the waste in the dustbin, and use that magnet to gather the useless iron stuff. Always spread a clean paper at the floor of your drawer for making cleaning easy for the next time.

Spring-cleaning is a top to bottom cleaning.

Just a reminder It will not be wise to clean the floors first; it will only put you in extra toil. Get a durable and long vacuum hose, or a dusting cloth can also be a cheap and affordable alternative.   

Wipe off all the cobwebs and dust lingering at your walls and ceilings. For keeping yourself safe, wear a mask and a shower cap while you spring clean the roofs. 

Be it easy and natural cleaning.

You might be thinking of grabbing some strong chemicals but hold on. The concept of spring-cleaning is way more natural than you have expected. 

Avoiding the toxins and synthetic chemicals as much as possible is the only way of getting a harmless environment.  

You can use the following things for cleaning your sofas, curtains, and cushions.

1. steam cleaner

2. vinegar

3. distilled water

4. baking soda

Even though the baking soda and vinegar are still acidic, but they will not be as harmful as the bleach and sulfur. 

Don't forget the fans 

How are your fan looking? Remember dust might be picked up and get on them. Try to clean them all as much as possible 

Detergents are the best cleaner for fans and exhausts. Before you stand on a stool, make sure that you have got reliable support. As someone to hold on to you, if you are not properly supported and do not want to fall.

The AC filters need fresh air.

Ever since the last winter, our AC and HVAC did not get to work. Beware as germs and fungus are the only growing things during this period of dormancy. 

Home cleaning tip to remember, One of the essential aspects of an AC unit is its air quality. Get a new robust filter for your AC every spring because it would be the most suitable and affordable alternative. However, if you can afford it, then getting a complete service would be an additional bonus

Get the right equipment 

For keeping your house fresh, you will have to put your hands on some of the best heavy-duty cleaners. Some might be super expensive but if there is an equipment you might need see if you’re able to borrowing from a neighbor or get a cheaper version on amazon.

Get the summer cleaning impressions.

The spring and winter seasons are at a 180-degree difference. Thus, you must not take the vibes of springs for granted if you really yearn for enjoying a typical year.   

As we all are at our homes, thus recreating your space for letting in bright sunlight and fresh warm air is crucial. While you are deep cleaning your house, consider adding some more vibrant colored home linen, just for the sake of an excellent spring effect.

Sell the extras 

Extra and useless stuff are the products of a deep home cleaning process, and most of the time, they are not waste.

If your up for a few extra bucks and the unwanted stuff are in good condition you may try to recreate or sell them; currently, it is a lockdown emergency, then selling those products would be the great thing.

Summary 

Spring-cleaning requires a bit of dedication and a lot of love. And while you are home this summer, If you want to enjoy peace of mind and a healthy environment then this cleaning session is a pivotal and necessary job, denial of this responsibility will eventually harm you and your family.      

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