Spring Cleaning

I'm a freak for Spring Cleaning.  Everything about it just speaks to my little OCD heart.  Now, if you're anything like I am, chances are you've put together a list of tasks that you wish to accomplish for your annual Spring Cleaning.  And if you're not- don't you worry!  I'm here to help you!

Or you could just do this.....

Spring Cleaning Pointers:

• Give yourself one week.
• Write a list.
• Gather necessary supplies BEFORE starting.
• Enlist the help of your family.
• Think logically.
• Consider time restraints.

Alright, so you've probably been able to figure out by now that I usually start my Spring Cleaning by writing down a list of things that I want to accomplish.  Write EVERYTHING down, even if you don't think you'll get to it.  What doesn't happen this year, can possibly happen a few months from now or put on your list for next year.  Remember that Spring Cleaning can also involve the outside of your home as well- it's not limited to the mess inside the house.  With that being said, what should you put on your list?

Here's what I've put on my list in year's past:

• Clean carpets- rent a machine if necessary.
• Remove all window coverings & launder or scrub.
• Deep clean all refrigerators & freezers.
• Tidy laundry room.  Think about adding shelving/baskets.
• Clean all cabinets, inside & out.
• Power wash house & deck.
• Clean dishwasher by running vinegar only cycle.
• Repair/replace furniture.
• Go through all closets & donate/sell items.
• Clean rugs.
• Deep clean cars- including carpet cleaning.
• Plant flowers.
• Launder all pillows.  Comforters too if not done regularly.
• Wash walls.
• Clean all trash cans, inside & out.
• Go through all cabinets under sinks & organize/trash items.
• Purge paperwork.
• Deep clean pantry- remove all items, clean & toss expired items.
• Clean all grout.
• Do self clean on oven- note, this should be done several times per year.
• Rotate all mattresses.  Do this twice yearly.
• Vacuum floor vents to remove dust buildup.
• Launder blankets & miscellaneous linens.
• Organize medicine cabinets & toss expired items.
• Clean/vacuum/polish living room furniture.
• Power wash outdoor toys/furniture.
• Organize linen/coat closets.
• Clean out garage.
• Touch up painting.

Hopefully this list will help to get you started.  Perhaps that's the most important thing about Spring Cleaning- just get in there and get started!  

Spring Cleaning- here I come!