With spring on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to get around to that top-to-bottom house clean you’ve been planning! With temperatures warming and winter slowly becoming a distant memory, there is nothing like a clean home environment to lift your mood. As we know, the annual spring clean is more in-depth than your average house clean, as it calls for a thorough scrub down to remove any dirt in areas you may normally disregard. The all-important spring cleaning may feel like a daunting task, but we have got you covered with our spring cleaning checklist for the most important rooms of your house.
Our Very Own Room-By-Room Spring Cleaning Tips & Checklists for Your Home
Tools and Cleaning Equipment You Are Going to Need
The first step before any cleaning takes place is to investigate what cleaning tools and products you have on hand. A good tip is to make a list of all the items you will need for every area/room in your house, that way you won’t be left stuck when you are about to start cleaning and you realise the cleaning product you need is empty, which means another trip to the shop! Use this time to stock up and replace any grubby cloths, scrubbers, and gloves.
Floor Cleaning Tips & Supplies
When cleaning your floors, we cannot overstate the importance of vacuuming or sweeping your floor thoroughly before you start mopping! You may think this is an obvious statement, but even when you have removed all of the loose dirt or debris particles from your floor, odds are you haven’t removed it all when you start to mop. You will then realise the frustration of mopping leftover dirt into your floor and water bucket, which will then have to be replaced.
A list of equipment & products you will need for your floors:
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Broom/dustpan
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Mop and bucket
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Rags or chamois mop
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Warm water mixed with floor cleaner
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For stubborn stains, you can use an old toothbrush
Kitchen Cleaning Tips & Supplies
One of the most important tips for cleaning your kitchen or room is to start from the top down! By doing this, you avoid getting dust or dirt on surfaces you’ve already cleaned. Start by dusting off light fixtures, ceiling fans, and cupboards, cleaning the windows, and removing curtains for washing. Other areas you can clean in your kitchen are:
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Clean out & organise the pantry.
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Wash kitchen cabinets.
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Deep clean oven.
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Deep clean stove top
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Deep clean the fridge & freezer inside & outside
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Move fridge - vacuum and mop behind it.
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Vacuum condenser coils in the back of the fridge.
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Deep clean the sink & under the sink
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Wash out your bins
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Don’t forget the utility room if you have one
Here is a list of what you will need for your kitchen:
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A degreaser
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Sanitising products
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All-purpose cleaner
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Oven cleaner
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Stainless steel cleaner (if you have stainless steel appliances)
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Scrubbing sponges (buy a five-pack!)
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Microfiber cloths
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Warm water mixed with a basic dishwashing soap (for stone countertops)
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Dishwasher detergent (if you have a dishwasher)
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Floor cleaner
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Product for unclogging your sink
Bathroom Cleaning Tips & Supplies
Out of all of the rooms in the house, the bathroom is the one which needs the most attention. A few tips we have is to remove any mould or mildew growing around the shower; not only is mould displeasing to look at, but it’s also very dangerous to inhale. You can apply some vinegar to the mould stains and leave it on until it disappears. Some moulds are more stubborn than others, so you may need to leave the product on a little longer. Additionally, the toilet is another area that needs special attention. A good tip is to pour toilet cleaner around the inside and rim while leaving it to sit. After the product has worked its magic, you will want to give it a scrub with a toilet brush resulting in your toilet looking brand new again. For other areas in the bathroom, our recommendations include:
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Deep clean the bath or shower
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Unclog the shower, bath, and sink
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Clean the mirrors
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Clean the windows
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Vacuum and mop the floor
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Give your bathroom drawers a clear-out and deep clean
Here is a list of what you will need for your bathroom:
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Toilet brush and bowl cleaner
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Tile cleaner
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Vinegar or Alcohol
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All-purpose bathroom cleaner
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Glass cleaner
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Clean rags or paper towels
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Sponge
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Broom/dustpan
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Rubber gloves
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Stiff brush
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Microfiber cloth
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Window Vac for shower screens, windows and mirrors
Living Room
Within our living rooms, we spend a lot of time on the sofa as it is where we relax in the evenings. However, our sofas are truly a breeding ground for a range of bacteria. Dust and allergens thrive and spread on soft upholstery fibres which are not good for our overall health. Our recommendations for cleaning your sofas are to remove all cushions and covers to reveal what is lying beneath them. Start vacuuming all over and under your sofa to remove any dirt, dust, and hair. Next, put your cushion covers into the wash to kill off any germs living on them. Different methods for cleaning your sofa depend on the type of sofa you have, whether it's leather, suede, cotton, or linen; so be sure to check the manufacturer's recommendations. For other areas in the living room, our recommendations include:
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Get dusting from the top down
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Wash the curtains
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Deep clean the rug
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Clean out your stove or fireplace
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Vacuum under all the furniture
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Clean the windows.
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Dust & clean the radiators
Here is a list of what you will need for your living room:
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Clean microfiber cloths
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Furniture polish or wax
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Window cleaner or vinegar/water solution and newspaper
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A feather duster and radiator duster, if available
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Vacuum cleaner plus upholstery and nozzle attachments
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Upholstery stain remover and carpet shampoo, if available
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Mop and bucket or steam mop for hard floors if required
