Spring Cleaning
A Cleaning ritual for Releasing
Photo by SunWarrior
How to do it:
Wipe walls and ceilings.
Dust books and shelves- Take everything off the shelves, and brush them (along with the books) with a feather duster. Use the dust brush or crevice tool on a vacuum to reach into tight spots. Wipe the spines of leather-bound books with a clean, soft cloth.
Clean upholstered furnishings- Take cushions outside and gently beat them by hand to remove dust. If there are stains, check the pieces for care labels. Use a vacuum's upholstery and crevice tools to clean under seat cushions.
Dust your home thoroughly- This includes hard-to-reach places, such as the tops of ceiling fans and window casings. Always work from the top of a room down, vacuuming the dust that settles on the floor.
Wash window screens using warm water and a mild dishwashing liquid, scrub each screen with a brush; rinse thoroughly.
Organize your fridge and cabinets.
Take rugs outside and gently beat them to remove dust. Let them soak in some sunshine for a refresh.
Sweep under your large appliances, like the stove and the fridge, and larger furniture pieces, like dressers, desks and the beds.
Declutter your home- Start small – don’t try to attack your entire house at once. Think about clearing one room, or even one closet, at a time. When this is complete, sort it out. Go through your space and separate your belongings into categories. Determine the things you will keep on hand, store for later, sell, donate, or throw away.
Why do it:
After a long winter inside, Spring is here and it is the perfect time to open up the windows and dive into an annual deep cleaning of your home.
A good, deep spring clean-up is a tradition that not only promotes wellness by keeping your environment clean and organized, it also helps carry the fresh-start feeling brought on by a new year well into the summer.
When to do it:
Yearly
How long it takes:
Varies
Materials needed:
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Origin:
Unknown
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