Spring
TASK LIST Start with a check list of all the areas in your house that need attention. Having this “to-do” will keep you on track to accomplish your goals and will be a pleasant reminder of the progress you are making. GATHER SUPPLIES Do an inventory of your cleaning supplies and either purchase or make your own cleaners well in advance. Nothing is more annoying than getting ready to clean and finding out you are out of the cleaning supplies you need. Prepare for your clean up by ensuring you have a good supply of rubber gloves, cleaning cloths, dusters, mop heads, paper towels, sponges, scrubbers and buckets.
Ahead Words by Susan Snow
Say goodbye to winter and hello to spring by refreshing your home with a spring cleaning.
GO GREEN Make your own cleaning supplies from everyday items like vinegar, baking soda, dish soap, lemons and essential oils. It's also a good time to sort through your recyclables that have collected over winter and either drop them off at the Waste Watch center or have them ready for the monthly pick up. DELEGATE Unless you're an a-type personality who likes to do everything yourself enlist members of your household
to join in the spring cleanup. Present them with the list and let them choose which items they are willing to do. If you or your family have no time to tackle all the cleaning consider hiring specialized cleaning services to get the job done.
GET PACKING As part of your spring cleaning routine
pack away all your winter gear and all out of season clothing. Winter coats, sweaters, hats, mittens, scarves should be laundered first and then packed away in storage bins and placed in a cool dry location. Under- bed storage containers are ideal for this when you are short on space. CLOSET EDIT Make some time to declutter and clean up your drawers and closets. Donate items you no longer wear and toss items that are damaged.
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