Spring is the season of starting fresh. As you stow away your winter apparel and open windows for a dose of fresh air and birdsong, use this handy spring cleaning checklist to get your entire home feeling new and refreshed this spring.
The coronavirus situation has reminded us that “clean enough” isn’t always clean enough. To thoroughly clean and disinfect your household, consider adding the steps in this detailed guide from the CDC to your cleaning routines.
All Rooms
- Dust rooms thoroughly
- Wipe walls and ceilings
- Deep clean floors
- Vacuum and clean rugs
- Wipe and polish wood furniture
- Clean and dust upholstered furniture
- Wash window treatments
- Wash windows and windowsills, vacuum tracks
Kitchen
- Clean microwave
- Scrub stovetop
- Clean oven
- Clean dishwasher
- Empty refrigerator, toss old or expired items
- Clean refrigerator inside and out
- Remove and disinfect countertop items
- Wipe countertops
- Empty and clean cabinets
- Wash kitchen mats and towels
Bathroom
- Wash shower curtain and rugs
- Replace shower curtain liner
- Toss old or expired toiletries and medicine
- Clean toilet inside and out
- Snake shower drain
- Clean shower and tub
- Clean showerhead
- Clean sink and countertop
- Clean mirror and sink fixtures
Bedroom
- Wash duvets
- Flip and clean mattress
- Organize closets
Outdoor Maintenance
- Clean gutters
- Clean deck or patio and patio furniture
- Clean and service air conditioner unit
- Inspect attic and basement for pests, moisture and mold
- Clean up lawn debris
Congratulations! With this list complete, you can kick up your feet and enjoy a fresh, clean home for spring.
