Your Ultimate Room-by-room Spring Cleaning Checklist

Spring is often regarded as a time for renewal, presenting an excellent opportunity to address cleaning and organizing projects that may have been neglected throughout the year. While undertaking a thorough cleaning of the entire house may seem daunting, it is not necessary to complete everything at once. To alleviate any uncertainty regarding where to begin, we have developed a detailed spring cleaning checklist. This guide provides specific guidelines for each room, as well as essential tasks to be completed throughout the entire house.

Experts suggest that many of these tasks should be addressed regularly throughout the year; however, the transition into spring provides a timely opportunity to catch up on these responsibilities. This season is ideal for completing the tasks that have been on your mind, ultimately offering a gratifying sense of accomplishment when they are marked off your to-do list.

The following recommendations have been curated from Alyssa Gautieri, Associate Lifestyle Editor for Good Housekeeping.

Necessary Cleaning Supplies

When preparing to clean the entire house, it is important to have a variety of cleaning supplies on hand. This pre-spring cleanup period is also an opportune time to invest in new cleaning tools. Recommended essentials include:

• A quality vacuum cleaner with attachments
• A top-rated mop
• Microfiber cloths
• Heavy-duty sponges
• Rubber gloves
• Essential cleaning agents, including dish soap, white vinegar, baking soda, all-purpose cleaner, and glass cleaner

Wide-Ranging Cleaning Considerations

Before focusing on individual rooms, it is vital to address common cleaning tasks that should be completed throughout the house. These may include dust accumulation on baseboards, dirty walls, and dull windows across all areas. You may opt to either categorize your checklist by room or systematically tackle these tasks.

Clean Baseboards: Utilize a vacuum with a brush attachment to clean baseboards. If necessary, follow up with a damp microfiber cloth using water or all-purpose cleaner.

Dust Ceilings, Vents, Fans, and Light Fixtures: Gently wipe away dust with a soft, dampened cloth.

Clean Walls: Address any dust or grime on walls using a dry floor mop for dusting and a solution of dish soap and water for stubborn stains.

Wipe Down Mirrors: Employ a glass cleaner and microfiber cloth for streak-free results.

Wash Windows and Window Treatments: Prior to applying glass cleaner, ensure that screens and frames are cleaned. Dust or launder window treatments in accordance with care labels.

Vacuum and Mop Floors: Begin with vacuuming to eliminate dust and debris using attachments for hard-to-reach areas, followed by mopping with an appropriate cleaner for your specific flooring type.

Room-by-Room Cleaning Checklist

Bedrooms:

• Wash all bedding, including pillows and comforters
• Clean the mattress
• Organize closets and dresser drawers
• Dust furniture
• Vacuum under the bed
• Spot clean or deep clean carpets and rugs

Bathrooms:

• Deep clean the shower and tub, including the glass walls and shower head
• Clean the toilet, sink, and countertop
• Wash bath mats
• Sanitize towels and linens
• Replace or wash shower liners (where applicable)

Kitchen:

• Clean out the refrigerator and freezer
• Deep clean the oven and microwave, inside and out
• Organize cabinets and drawers
• Clean garbage cans
• Wipe down cabinet fronts
• De-grease the vent hood above the cooktop
• Deep clean the dishwasher
• Polish stainless-steel appliances

Living Room:

• Dust all furniture
• Clean the television screen
• Wash throw blankets and decorative pillows
• Deep clean the couch and upholstered furniture
• Launder or deep clean area rugs

Outdoor Spaces:

• Clear gutters
• Pressure wash the deck, patio, and siding
• Clean outdoor furniture
• Organize and declutter the garage

Laundry Room:

• Deep clean the washing machine
• Thoroughly clean the lint trap
• Organize laundry supplies
• Wash or sanitize hampers

By following these guidelines, you can invite a refreshing and rejuvenating atmosphere to your home as you embrace the spirit of spring.