Spring is in the air, making it a great time to focus on sprucing up your home. Whether you have just purchased a home or are planning to sell, a little bit of effort spent and a few quick cleaning tips will help your home to sparkle! Along with the need for general de-cluttering and cleaning, the tips below list easy fixes to resolve issues you may encounter in your new home or home for sale.
Before you start to spring clean, open up the windows so air can circulate throughout your home. This will help remove any mustiness and you can use candles, essential oils, and other room fresheners to add a pleasant scent to your home.
Look at your walls and surfaces and use a melamine sponge to wipe away anything from soap scum to marker or crayon. You will be amazed at how easily the dirt is removed with the sponge and a little water. A popular brand of sponge is the Magic Eraser by Mister Clean, but there are many on the market today that act in the same way.
For the most painless and fast dusting method, use a microfiber cloth to capture the dust most effectively. Follow up your dusting with a quick run of your vacuum, to clear away any particles that may have settled. You can also reduce the amount of dust in your home by cleaning any filters on circulation systems in your home.
Remove the dust from curtains in your home by dry-cleaning or washing them (be sure to follow the label instructions) before rehanging. There are many tools available for clearing dust from other window coverings, so spend a few minutes researching techniques here, if you have a question about the quickest method. If you have a shower liner, add it to your laundry load. Just make sure you allow it to air dry rather than dry in the dryer.
Hopefully these tips will inspire you and help you to get your home “Spring Clean” whether for your enjoyment or because you have a home for sale.
