Spring Cleaning Tips That Actually Work — Without Spending a Fortune
The term ‘spring cleaning’ comes from when open fires were common and a massive clean was needed to rid homes of winter soot.
Today, it simply refers to a major, top-to-bottom overhaul to deep clean your home at any time of year.
Whether you love the ritual of a deep clean or hate chores entirely, our tips will make the process much easier.
The bigger picture: Stop overcomplicating it
Spring cleaning can feel daunting, but your expectations are probably just too high.
Stop overcomplicating the process and lower your expectations to what is "good enough".
Do not let an "all or nothing" mentality stop you from starting your chores.
You do not need a big budget, a massive renovation, or fancy tools to create an organised space.
Sometimes, all you need is a trash bag and some elbow grease.
10 hacks for a sparkling home
1. Declutter before you deep clean
A decluttered home is infinitely easier to keep clean.
Before you start scrubbing, clear off your flat surfaces, countertops, and unclean sinks.
Go room by room and sort unwanted items into piles to:
- Sell
- Donate
- Recycle
- Bin.
2. Stock up on white vinegar
Vinegar is a cheap, readily available product that can clean almost anything.
Use it to safely deodorise plugholes, dishwashers, and the inside of your coffee machine.
To eliminate musty smells from your washing machine, pour a cup of white vinegar directly into the drum and run a 90°C hot cycle.
3. Use lemons for natural scrubbing
Lemons are highly effective cleaners and leave your home smelling delicious. Because you prepare food in the kitchen, natural ingredients are a much safer bet than harsh chemicals.
Use half a lemon to scrub away tough grease stains or remove early signs of rust from your taps.
4. Steam clean your microwave with a mug
Microwaves are a key kitchen appliance you should clean.
But you don’t spend hours scrubbing baked-on food inside it.
Simply place a mug of water inside and turn it on high for a few minutes.
The water will turn to vapour, steaming the interior and softening the debris so you can easily wipe it away.
5. Make the most of your dishwasher
Your dishwasher is a versatile cleaning tool.
You can use it to hygienically clean household items like children's toys and showerheads.
More importantly, getting into the habit of running it every night is a total game-changer.
It keeps your kitchen functional and guarantees you wake up to clear countertops.
6. Get smart with linen storage
Stop randomly piling bed linen in your cupboards.
After washing your sheets, fold up the complete set and store it inside one of its matching pillowcases.
This keeps your linen closet neat and makes changing the bed incredibly easy.
7. Put lone socks to work
Do not throw away socks that have lost their pair.
Slip a solo sock over your hand to create an excellent, reusable duster.
You can quickly swipe it over sideboards and blinds, then throw it right into the washing machine.
8. Remove water rings with a hairdryer
If a wet glass has ruined your coffee table, reach for a hairdryer before a tablecloth.
Point the dryer at the watermark to slowly heat it up and watch the stain disappear.
Once it is gone, rub the wood with a small amount of olive oil to replenish the grain.
9. Pick up pet hair with a squeegee
If your hoover is struggling to pick up stubborn pet hair, grab a window squeegee.
Drag the rubber blade firmly across your carpets, stairs, or upholstery.
It will pull the hair into clumps that are very easy to pick up.
10. Use lint rollers on delicate surfaces
Lint rollers are cheap and brilliant for more than just your clothes.
Use them to safely lift dust, stray hairs, and fluff from your curtains and lampshades.
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