The Ultimate Spring Cleaning Tips Guaranteed to Make Your House Spotless
This post shares spring cleaning tips to help you tackle your cleaning.
Spring has sprung, so it’s time to come out of our winter holes and prepare for the warm weather and all that goes along with it. It’s time to refresh our homes. It may not be our favorite task, but it does help us prepare for our most social season!
This post will discuss spring cleaning tip and solutions.
Spring Cleaning Tips
As you may know, I speak of organization and getting things done by viewing all tasks as having zones. Spring cleaning is no different.
*Special note, don't try to tackle spring cleaning in one weekend. Figure out what you can do and when.
We are all so busy with work and kids' schedules, so we need a plan. To reduce overwhelm, break down your spring cleaning into zones: bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, living room/den, dining room, hallways, laundry room, garage, and outdoors.
If you have any other types of rooms in your house, let them become zones as well.
Alright. Let’s get started!
Bedroom Deep Clean
Below, you will find a quick summary of what you should focus on for your deep clean, but I have an in-depth post on how to clean a bedroom which you can find right here if you want more clarity.
Steps to Cleaning Bedroom
1. Start by decluttering the bedroom. Donate anything that you don’t want anymore. This task can be hard for some people, but the goal is to get rid of things that you don’t need so you’re not wasting your time trying to find homes for them.
2. Go through your closet and drawers to figure out what you can get rid of.
Depending on the weather, this may also be the perfect time to switch seasonal clothing. If you have kids, take inventory of the sizes and clothes your kids will need for the upcoming season.
3. Next, strip the bed and clean the mattress. Give the sheets and comforter a nice hot wash. If you have curtains, this is the perfect time to clean those as well.
Clean your pillow or at least allow them to sit outside in the sun to air them out.
4. Open the window and let Mother Nature do her thing. The windows have likely been closed through the cold months, so get some fresh air in there while cleaning the room! While that smooth breeze is coming through, dust, moving from the top to bottom. Don’t forget to get moldings and corners.
5. Next, wipe down all electronics, mirrors, and countertops. Then, disinfect all switches and handles.
6. Show your floor some love. Shampoo your carpets, and give your hardwood floors a thorough cleaning.
7. Spend time cleaning the inside and outside of your windows. Remember to remove your screens and clean them using a scrub brush, soap, and water. While you’re waiting for them to dry, clean the window track.
8. Wipe down any waste baskets.
{Related Post: Learn How to Clean Your Bedroom for Best Results}
How to Clean a Bathroom
Let’s be honest: No one wants to clean it, but everyone loves a clean bathroom. So much bacteria is sitting in your bathroom, so it’s important to take the time to sanitize it. Plus, with proper care, tile can look beautiful for a long time.
As with any room, declutter first! Go through the closet and vanity and get rid of expired products or ones that you didn’t love. Don’t hold onto a lotion that you don’t use simply because you bought it! I know I’m not the only one guilty of this.
This is also a perfect time to replace hygiene items like toothbrushes and loofahs.
Once that’s finished, grab a scrub brush and cleaner and scrub down the shower and bathtub area. Since this is spring cleaning, you’ll want to make sure to attack all of the mildew that can grow along the grout line.
Finish off the shower by cleaning or replacing the shower curtain or wiping down the glass enclosure.
Move on to the toilet by disinfecting the entire toilet. Don’t forget to clean the lid hinges—they can have buildup.
Finish with the vanity, cabinets, and floors.
Give the entire vanity and cabinets a cleaning and polish. Then, vacuum and mop the floors. If you have a rug, throw it in the wash or put it outside to freshen.
Bathroom Review
- Scrub & Shine:
- Scrub the bathtub, shower, and sink thoroughly.
- Clean the toilet inside and out.
- Wipe down all surfaces (countertops, mirrors, cabinets).
- Clean the showerhead to remove mineral buildup.
- Wash bathmats and shower curtains.
- Replace old toothbrushes and loofahs.
- Declutter:
- Toss expired medications and toiletries.
- Organize cabinets and drawers.
Kitchen Deep Clean
Start by going through all of your cabinets and getting rid of any expired food. Since everything is out of the cabinets, be thoughtful and organize your cabinets and pantry to increase flow and organization. I have a post on how to organize kitchen cabinets here if you’d like help with that.
Now, it’s time to clean.
Starting from top to bottom, clean all of your cabinets inside and out. Spend time degreasing any cabinets that need it, and disinfect all knobs.
Then, give all your small appliances a thorough cleaning. If your coffee maker requires it, descale it.
Spend time giving your larger appliances a good cleaning as well. From your refrigerator to your dishwasher, you should give all of them the love they deserve to keep them working right and looking good.
Take time to care for your countertops. Give them a thorough cleaning. If you have stone countertops, see if they need to be resealed.
Clean and disinfect your sink, and replace sponges and brushes.
Lastly, vacuum and mop your floors.
If you want to get a more in-depth look at what you can do in the kitchen, you can find a post all about kitchen cleaning here.
{Related Post: How To Do A Kitchen Cleaning For Best Results}
Kitchen Review
- Deep Clean:
- Clean the oven inside and out.
- Clean the refrigerator inside and out (including shelves and drawers).
- Wash or replace dishcloths and sponges.
- Clean the microwave inside and out.
- Wash all kitchen appliances (blender, toaster, coffee maker).
- Wipe down all surfaces (countertops, cabinets, backsplash).
- Clean the sink and faucet.
- Sweep and mop the floor.
- Declutter:
- Toss expired food and beverages.
- Organize pantry shelves.
- Discard any broken or unused kitchen gadgets.
Cleaning Other Living Spaces
Family time in the living room is the best. From movie night to game night, we spend so much time with our kids in there. Now is the time to refresh it and give it a good cleaning.
You’re going to start by, you guessed it, decluttering!
If you haven’t done so already, this is a perfect time to refresh your area by adding decorative storage for your remotes and other things that you don’t want others to see.
You can also reorganize any bookshelves or entertainment centers to make them easier to use and visually appealing.
Then, dust from top to bottom. This includes moldings, furniture, and vents.
Give windows and window treatments love using the same methods listed above.
If you don’t have a carpet and upholstery cleaner, consider renting one or hiring someone to come in a provide the service.
Remove all loose pillows and covers. Follow washing instructions and place the inserts outside to air out.
Living Room & Family Room Review
- Dust & Vacuum:
- Dust all surfaces (shelves, tables, electronics).
- Vacuum carpets and rugs thoroughly.
- Clean upholstery (couches, chairs) using appropriate methods.
- Wash or dry clean curtains and blinds.
- Clean windows and window sills.
- Declutter:
- Remove any clutter from surfaces (books, magazines, remote controls).
- Organize entertainment centers and bookshelves.
Deep Cleaning Other Areas
By this point, the system should be clear: declutter, wipe down from top to bottom, replace what needs to be replaced, and clean any small items such as rugs and pillows.
- Hallways:
- Dust walls, baseboards, and light fixtures
- Vacuum or mop floors
- Clean entryway mats
- Home Office:
- Organize paperwork, files, and electronics
- Clean the computer monitor and keyboard
- Garage:
- Declutter and organize tools and equipment.
- Sweep or blow out the garage floor.
- Laundry Room:
- Clean the washing machine and dryer.
- Look up instructions on how to clean the filter on your washer if you have a frontload
- Consider hiring someone to clean the lint vent off of your dryer
- Organize and restock laundry supplies
- Closets:
- Try to empty and go through its contents to determine what to keep and what to donate
- Wipe down shelves
- Vacuum and mop floors
Spring Cleaning Exterior Yardwork
It’s finally time to enjoy the outdoors again! Take time to remove any leaves and debris that keep your plantings safe all winter. Trim shrubs and hedges that need it, and weed and mulch garden beds.
Don’t forget to check gutters to see if they need to be cleaned before moving onto the exterior of your home.
Using a pressure washer, clean your fencing, walkways and porches, and exterior. Don’t forget your garage doors.
Up next, clean windows and window screens. Finish by wiping down all light fixtures.
- Yard Work:
- Rake leaves and debris.
- Mow the lawn.
- Trim hedges and shrubs.
- Weed garden beds.
- Clean out gutters.
- Wash outdoor furniture.
- Clean the grill.
- Exterior Cleaning:
- Wash windows and doors.
- Pressure wash siding and walkways.
- Clean outdoor light fixtures.
Other Spring Cleaning Considerations
Since you’re getting the house all ready, this is the perfect time to schedule a maintenance service on your air conditioning unit and heating unit. Take the time to change the filters, too.
It’s also a perfect time to check the batteries in all your carbon dioxide and smoke alarms.
Spring Cleaning Tips and Tricks
Break it down: Divide the checklist into smaller, more manageable tasks. Don’t expect to do this over a weekend. If you’re a busy family, allot time each weekend to tackle different tasks.
Involve the whole family: Make it a team effort! There is nothing better for our children than a few chores! Get everyone involved in some capacity. It lightens your load while also teaching teamwork and responsibility.
Don't forget safety: Wear gloves and use appropriate cleaning products. Rubber gloves are the best invention ever!
Consider hiring out: Time is money. If you’re working a full-time job and running around with the kids’ activities, figure out what you can hire someone else to do. Why not hire someone else to do the lint vents? Get quotes on a spring cleaning for leaves.
I know this may seem like a ton of work, but it keeps our houses in good shape for our families. Don’t get overwhelmed! Break it into smaller tasks and get to work!
This post is all about spring cleaning for your home.
