8 Spring Cleaning Tips To Refresh Your Home

A spring clean is a descriptive term that often means a thorough clean and clear out at any time of year—it doesn’t have to be springtime. There are also no hard and fast rules about what a spring clean should involve.

If you know your home needs a clean and refresh but you’re not sure where to start, our handy guide will highlight the main areas to focus on.

We’ll take you through eight spring cleaning tips to help ensure your home is pristine and fragrant, regardless of the time of year.

1. Tackle Forgotten Fabrics

Planning a thorough spring clean? It’s the ideal opportunity to tackle curtains, cushion covers, throws, and detachable upholstery covers.

Freddie laundry sheets are a good choice for fabrics that tolerate machine washing, and they’re also easily dissolvable for handwashing, even at cold temperatures. Always check the care label or manufacturer’s instructions.

Our laundry sheets are designed for use across a range of wash temperatures, and are available in lightly fragranced options for those who prefer scented laundry. The laundry sheets are pre-dosed and easy to tear for pre-soaking or a machine wash.

2. Deep Clean High-Touch Areas

High-touch surfaces are those that people frequently touch with their hands, including light switches, doorknobs, and shared equipment such as kitchen appliances. These points of contact become grimy and dirty, serving as a breeding ground for bacteria.

High-touch areas should be cleaned regularly, not occasionally. It’s essential to use the right cleaning product for the surface and consider whether you also want to apply disinfectant.

Remove dirt and grime with a proprietary cleaning product, then dry thoroughly. Take care when cleaning light switches and plugs, and avoid any contact with moisture or liquids for safety.

3. Organize Hidden Spaces

Doesn’t everyone have a cupboard or even a junk room where things are stored to be sorted out later, only for that day never to come? It’s vital to stay on top of clutter.

A spring clean is the perfect opportunity to rationalize nooks, crannies, and cupboards that you don’t look at very often. De-clutter by sorting everything into two piles, ‘Keep’ or ‘Discard’, and then reorganize what’s left. Clean everything you keep before you put it back.

4. Clean Your Light Fixtures

Most people focus on the dust and dirt they can see in front of them or down at their feet. However, if you look up, you may be horrified to see debris and even cobwebs on light fittings.

An extendable duster is ideal for use on light fixtures, ceiling fans, pendant lights, chandeliers, and recessed lighting. Work top down in any room, so vacuum the floor after you’ve cleaned the light fixtures.

5. Freshen Up Your Mattress

Start with a clothing steamer, which will kill dust mites near the surface of the mattress. Dust mites can cause respiratory issues, such as asthma, skin irritations, and allergic reactions.

Next, vacuum the mattress using the crevice and upholstery tools to clean the sides and top. Finally, sanitize the mattress with a disinfecting spray.

Another option is to sprinkle baking soda with a few drops of essential oils, such as lavender or rose, over the surface. Leave the mattress for about an hour, then vacuum up the powder. Baking soda absorbs moisture and odors.

You can also machine wash your pillows. Just check the care label first for the manufacturer’s instructions.

6. Don’t Forget Baseboards and Vents

Use a vacuum with a brush attachment to remove loose debris and dust from your baseboards. Then wash them with a mild detergent solution and dry thoroughly afterwards.

Dust air vents. If they’re really coated, then use the vacuum on a low setting. Tucking a dryer sheet behind the vent cover will help trap dust and release a fresh fragrance into the room when air circulates.

If you have HVAC filters, now’s a good time to clean or replace them.

7. Revive Your Entryway

The entryway to your home is likely one of the biggest repositories for bags, coats, shoes, and other personal belongings. Clear up the clutter and install practical storage that keeps items out of view.

Your entryway sets the tone and welcome for your home. Refresh the space with fresh paint or plant pots.

8. Refresh Your Cleaning Tools

This one’s easy to overlook, but keeping your cleaning tools clean is vital. Wash all your dusters and cleaning cloths in the machine with a Freddie laundry sheet.

Change the bag in your vacuum, if it has one, and wash or replace the filters—this applies to all vacuum types. Turn the vacuum over and check the brush head. Use a sharp knife to remove tangled hair and threads.

Don’t forget to clean your washing machine. Some detergents may leave build-up inside the drum or dispenser over time. This can harbor bacteria and encourage the growth of mold and mildew.

At Freddie, we believe that cleaning doesn’t have to involve unnecessary chemicals, which is why our laundry sheets are formulated without dyes, parabens, or brighteners. Now could be the time to switch from your traditional laundry detergent.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Does a Spring Clean Include?

Most people use a spring clean to declutter and have a clear-out. Spring cleaning also includes deep cleaning and tackling areas of your home that don’t form part of a regular weekly or monthly cleaning regimen.

When Should I Spring Clean?

There’s no hard and fast rule that says spring cleaning must be done in the spring. Spring cleaning is simply a term for a deep clean and clear-out. Some people spring clean before or after Christmas, or before they put their house up for sale, so it’s clutter-free and well-presented.

Spring Cleaning Refreshes Your Home and Restores Cleanliness

It’s a well-known fact that a clean and well-organized home plays a crucial role in maintaining both physical and mental health. Plus, you want your home to be welcoming and desirable to family and guests.

A thorough spring clean complements daily, weekly, and monthly regimens, allowing you to tackle hidden areas and parts of your home that may have been left untouched for months.

At Freddie, we believe in the power of cleaning, but we also advocate for convenience and simplicity. Try our laundry sheets on your next wash day or as part of your next spring clean, and try our laundry sheets as part of your next wash day or spring clean.