The Ultimate Spring Cleaning Guide

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Spring is the time to breathe new life into your home after a long winter. It’s an excellent opportunity to freshen up your home with a little deep cleaning in and around the house. Doing some spring cleaning can help you ward off all sorts of potential problems, from dust build-up to preventing a mold takeover of your home. Ideally, this may mean reorganizing your home for a fresh new ambiance or even replacing old appliances for new, more modern ones.

Our guide provides everything you need to tackle your deep cleaning and get your home sparkling once again:

4 Things to Consider Before Deep Cleaning

Here’s a simple approach to making the most out of your spring cleaning.

De-Clutter Your Home

While de-cluttering, move all items from the target spaces to access the hard-to-reach spots. Consider getting rid of all the things that needlessly fill up your home. Alternatively, return the unnecessary items to their proper place or stash them somewhere else, such as inside the basement.

Stock up Your Cleaning Supplies

Stock up all the necessary supplies in time to ensure uninterrupted cleaning sessions. Some of the important products you should have include dish soap, baking soda, white vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, rubbing alcohol, salt, and cleaning spray bottles. You should also invest in the necessary cleaning equipment and tools, including a pair of rubber gloves, an abrasive scrub brush, scrub pads, disposable rags, or towels that you don’t mind throwing away.

Consider the Function for Each Room

Once you have de-cluttered the rooms, take a moment and consider how each space is working for you. Thinking about the purpose of the room helps generate ideal organizational and aesthetic ideas. Small tweaks may include adding brand new furniture, rearranging the room, and running a new paint.

Consider Switching Out Linens

Switch out winter linens with lighter fabrics and colors. Put away all the heavy bedding, fuzzy throws, and velvet pillows to help get rid of your home of a winter feel. Besides, going for lighter, sheer curtain materials help let in more light. It is also advisable that you switch out your winter wardrobe and create more space for summer clothing. Any clothing that you have not worn in the last 6 to 12 months should be donated or stashed away.

What Parts of My Home Should I Deep Clean?

Depending on your goals and specific needs, these are some of the areas that should be deep cleaned during the spring cleaning exercise:

Hard-to-reach spots – all places that are too hard to reach during the normal cleaning routine should be deep cleaned. This may include light fixtures, hard-to-reach ledges, windows, and areas above cabinets. You should also clean under furniture and appliances.
Faucets – use vinegar to descale faucets and showerheads.
Windows – remove cobwebs and bugs from the window screen and vacuum windowsills and window tracks.
Doors – wipe down doors, door frames and rid them of smudges and fingerprints.
Vent covers – remove the HVAC vent covers and clean them with soapy water.
Blinds – your blinds should receive a deep clean. Spray vinegar and scrub the dirt off.
Couches and chairs – remove the cushions and vacuum all areas of your couches and other furniture. Spot clean creases and vacuum off pet hair too. You should aim to restore smooth leather with upholstery cleaner and conditioner.
Carpet – spot clean stains on upholstery and your carpets.
Cabinet and drawers – empty the cabinets and drawers and do a thorough vacuuming. Afterward, wipe them clean with a wet rag. Don’t forget to wipe all cabinet faces too.
Kitchen – wipe down the oven, stovetop, microwave, toaster, refrigerators, sink, and dishwasher.
Bathroom – wipe down the grout, shower curtain, toothbrush holder, and toilets.

Reorganizing for a Fresh New Ambiance

Once you are through with your cleaning, it is time to reorganize your home and achieve a freshened ambiance. A home that has a pleasant ambiance provides comfort and calm. There are a lot of things you can do to create an indoor environment that is airy, fresh, and attractive for everyone:

Get rid of old furnishings – You can never achieve a pleasant ambiance with old stuff that clutters your spaces. All old furnishings that you no longer appreciate should give way for new ones.
Take care of your AC system – You need an efficient air conditioning system that helps keep your home airy and fresh all through the warm months. A functional AC can also improve indoor air quality.
Improve the lighting – An ideal lighting system helps your spaces look bright and cheerful. Open your windows during day time to let in natural light to make your home feel as bright and vibrant as possible. You may also want to consider skylight installation for ample sunlight.
Update your furniture pieces – Investing in brand new furniture is a great way to enhance the exceptional ambiance in your home. Dingy, worn out, and neglected furniture are a terrible eyesore that undermines your deep cleaning efforts.

The Spring Cleaning Items You Need

At FlexShopper, we provide everything you need to update your home and make it a place you’ll never want to leave. Some of the outstanding products available with us include:

Vacuums

Having an ideal vacuum cleaner ensures you complete your cleaning effectively, efficiently, and on time. We stock all types of vacuums, from sticks to canisters. Your choice is typically dependent on factors like the amount of traffic and the type of carpet soils in your home. Here are some of our favorite picks:

Dyson V8 Animal Bagless Cordless 2-in-1 Handheld/Stick Vacuum – Blue/Gray – $19/wk*
BISSELL CleanView Allergen Lift-Off Pet Vacuum – Black/ Electric Green – $9/wk*
Dyson Ball Multifloor 2 Bagless Upright Vacuum – Yellow/Iron – $20/wk*
Shark Corded Steam Pocket Mop – Lavender/Chrome – $5/wk*
iRobot Roomba 675 App-Controlled Self-Charging Robot Vacuum – $14/wk*
iRobot Roomba i7 Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum – Charcoal – $29/wk*

You should also check out the other vacuums available on our marketplace: handheld/stick vacuums, upright vacuums, steam & hard floor cleaners, and robot vacuums.

Washers/Dryers

If space is tight, you may need new compact washers ideal for small spaces. Whether buying a washer or dryer, consider a well-known brand for well-tested reliability. Some of our top recommendations include:

LG 5.0 Cu. Ft. 8-Cycle Top-Loading Washer with 6Motion Technology – White – $32/wk*
LG 7.3 Cu. Ft. 9-Cycle Electric Dryer – White – $32/wk*
Samsung 4.5 Cu. Ft. 10-Cycle High-Efficiency Front-Loading Washer with Steam – White – $29/wk*
Samsung 7.5 Cu. Ft. 10-Cycle Electric Dryer with Steam – White – $29/wk*
GE 4.8 Cu. Ft. 12-Cycle High-Efficiency Front-Loading Washer – Satin Nickel – $40/wk*
GE 7.8 Cu. Ft. 12-Cycle Electric Dryer with Steam – Satin Nickel – $40/wk*

At FlexShopper, we offer all types of washers and the latest brands of dryers. Check out the countless options of washers/dryers available on our marketplace.

Dishwashers

After your deep kitchen cleaning, you may need to update your kitchen with new a new dishwasher. If your dishwasher is older than 10 years, it might be time to upgrade. We stock all types of dishwashers from all major brands. Here are some of our favorites:

KitchenAid Top Control Built-In Dishwasher with Stainless Steel Tub – $39/wk*
GE Top Control Built-In Dishwasher with Stainless Steel Tub, 48 dBA – Slate – $24/wk*
Whirlpool 24″ Built-In Dishwasher – Stainless Steel – $20/wk*
GE – Profile Series Hidden Control Built-In Dishwasher – Stainless steel – $29/wk*
Frigidaire – Gallery 24″ Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher – Stainless Steel – $35/wk*
Samsung StormWash 24″ Top Control Built-In Dishwasher – Stainless steel – $25/wk*

Our marketplace also features other exceptional dishwashers that meet your needs and budget.

Furniture

Whether you live in a studio apartment or a spacious family home, there is always a type of furniture that helps your organization and keep your house looking neat and tidy. At FlexShopper, we stock all types of furniture that you need to clear the clutter and achieve the neat look you’ve always desired. Some of our favorite stand outs include:

Simple Living Two-Tone Six Drawer Chest – White/Espresso – $10/wk*
Broadway 6-drawer Lingerie Chest – Black – $10/wk*
South Shore Step One Nightstand – Pure Black – $4/wk*
Furniture of America Dresdelle Transitional 3-drawer Nightstand – Grey – $17/wk*
Porch & Den Camino Oak Finish 3-bin Curtained Storage Center – $9/wk*
Palace Imports Grand Solid Wood 3-door Wardrobe with Lock – Java Finish – $32/wk*

Check out our dressers, nightstands, armoires, and all sorts of other furniture available on our marketplace.

Lawn & Garden Equipment

A beautiful lawn is arguably one of the most appealing features in gardens worldwide, and spring is usually the best time to get a vibrantly green lawn once again finally. You may need newer, bigger, more powerful equipment for your lawn care activities. Our most popular lawn & garden equipment include:

Check out our lawn mowers, leaf blowers, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, and tons of other equipment available on our marketplace.

Shop With FlexShopper Today

Still not sure what you need for spring cleaning? Check us out! FlexShopper has easy weekly payments to suit any budget, and with thousands of products to pick from, we’re sure to have the perfect home cleaning supplies or home items to fit your needs. Contact us today!