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Spring has arrived! The dark and dreary winter is on its way out, the sun is shining and flowers are popping. Now is the perfect time to open the windows, breathe in some fresh air and clean the house. 

After a long winter, your apartment might need more than just a quick clean. It's time for a deep clean, a reset that will leave your space feeling reinvigorated and ready for the new season ahead.

Beyond the basics of dusting and vacuuming; it's time to tackle those neglected areas. If you’re ready to get started, here are some essential tips for a spring deep clean that will make your apartment shine.

Declutter 

Before you even think about cleaning, it’s time to declutter! Decluttering your space is the most crucial step. A cluttered space is impossible to clean thoroughly, let alone maintain. Go through your home, room by room, and look through your belongings from top to bottom and back to front. Ask yourself: "Do I use this? Do I love this? Does it serve a purpose?" If the answer is no, it's time to let it go. That doesn’t have to mean throwing it out! You can potentially donate, sell, or give away your unwanted items. Clearing out some space in your home will make the cleaning process feel manageable.

Clean top to bottom

A good rule of thumb when cleaning is to start at the top and work your way down. It prevents dust and debris from falling onto areas you've already cleaned. Start with some dusting of hard-to-reach areas like ceiling fans, light fixtures, and high shelves. Use a microfiber cloth or a long-handled duster to reach those hard-to-access spots.

Wipe down your windows

Winter grime makes windows look dull and dims the natural light in your space. If you can, clean them inside and out. A streak-free window cleaner and microfiber cloth or newspaper will yield the best results. It’s also important to clean your window tracks and sills, as they tend to accumulate dust and dirt.

Scrub your kitchen thoroughly

The kitchen is such a high-traffic room in an apartment that it easily gets neglected when it comes to cleaning. This is problematic because it can also become a breeding ground for germs. It’s important to routinely deep clean your kitchen, in spring and beyond. Here are some tips for tackling the kitchen in zones:

• Appliances: Deep clean your oven, microwave, and refrigerator. Empty the fridge and freezer, wipe down shelves and drawers, and discard expired food. Clean the oven with a self-cleaning function or a baking soda paste. Wipe down the exterior of all appliances.
• Cabinets and drawers: Remove everything from your cabinets and drawers, wipe them down inside and out, and reorganize.
• Sink: Clean and disinfect your sink with a suitable cleanser like bleach or cleaning vinegar.
• Backsplash and countertops: Clean and disinfect your backsplash and countertops. Pay attention to grout lines.

Battle your bathroom 

The bathroom needs your full attention. Like your kitchen, the bathroom is another room where bacteria easily thrives. Here are the zones to focus on:

• Shower / tub: Scrub your shower and tub with a bathroom cleaner to remove soap scum and mildew. Pay attention to grout lines and corners.
• Toilet: Clean and disinfect the toilet inside and out. The inside is best tackled with a toilet bowl cleaner.
• Sink and countertops: Clean and disinfect the sink and countertops.
• Mirrors: Clean mirrors with a glass cleaner for a streak-free shine.
• Grout: Use a grout cleaner and a grout brush to restore its original color.

Refresh your floors

Winter is full of grime that’s easily and routinely tracked into your home. It’s important to clean that grime up in spring.

• Vacuum: Vacuum all your carpets and rugs. Move your furniture to vacuum underneath.
• Mop: Mop hard floors with a suitable cleaner like Pinesol or a DIY floor cleaner. Don’t skip room corners and edges.
• Wipe: Wipe down your baseboards to remove dust and dirt.
• Steam clean: Consider steam cleaning carpets and rugs for a deeper clean.

Don’t skip the little things

Spring brings the perfect annual reminder to clean the often forgotten areas of your home. 

• Light switches and doorknobs: Wipe down your light switches and door knobs with a disinfectant.
• Electronics: Dust and clean your electronics, including your TV, computer, and remote controls.
• Behind furniture: Pull out furniture and clean behind it, as dust and debris tends to accumulate in those areas.

Schedule some maintenance 

Once you've completed your deep clean, create a regular cleaning routine to maintain the cleanliness of your apartment. This will keep your cleaning days from feeling overwhelming.

By following these tips, you can transform your apartment into a sparkling clean, healthy, and lovely space you can enjoy in spring and beyond. 

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