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5 Spring Cleaning Tips for 2018 You Must Read

March 7, 2018
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Spring is almost here. This is a great time of year to give the house a thorough cleaning and get rid of all those winter indoor odors, allergens, and clutter. I like to do some deep cleaning in the spring to get ready for opening up our windows and letting the fresh air and sunshine inside. I try to make this a fun family project by having my 3 youngest daughters pitch in. Here are a few spring cleaning projects we tackle that you might want to add to your list.

Spring Cleaning Tips and Tricks

Spring Cleaning Tips

De-clutter Storage Areas and Bedrooms

We take stock of whatever is in the attic, garage, or the outdoor shed. We also go through bedroom drawers and closets. Anything that we really don’t use anymore or haven’t worn in a year we donate to a local charity. This makes the girls feel good that they are giving to those in need. Plus, we get a receipt for a tax deduction. Large broken stuff we have our trash collector take away. Some of it they may be able to repurpose.

Febreze Air Freshener

After the clutter is gone we clean the rooms/areas and then freshen them up by placing a Febreze AIR: Meadows and Rain scent in the room to give us a jump start on that fresh dewy smell of spring.

Give the Appliances a Makeover

You only have to deep clean appliances once or twice a year. I like to really get in there and clean the residue and grease inside the oven, microwave, range hood, dishwasher, refrigerator, and washing machine. The oven especially gets a lot more use in the winter when we aren’t grilling outside as much. A simple and inexpensive mixture of white vinegar and baking soda will help remove grease, spills, and mold on all appliances. While the girls really don’t love all aspects of this project, they do enjoy throwing out the random forgotten food that we find in the back of the fridge. It makes for a few ewwws and laughs.

Spring Cleaning

Clean Pet Areas and Bedding

By the time spring rolls in, our dog’s bedding and toys are pretty stinky and slimy. This is the time of year to wash the bedding, place the plastic toys in the dishwasher, vacuum the pet area, and scrub the floor beneath his favorite spot. Once all is clean and smelling better, we will again place a Febreze Meadows and Rain scented Small Spaces or a Febreze Plug really close to our pup’s primary living space to keep it smelling fresh.

Wipe down Baseboards and Ceiling Fan Blades

Baseboards and the blades of ceiling fans are often neglected when it comes to cleaning. You may not notice the dust on fan blades until you actually turn the fan on in the spring and the dust becomes airborne. Baseboards can be easily wiped down with a damp cloth. The girls are encouraged to do their own rooms and bathrooms. But, the ceiling fans are my job. This requires a step ladder and another damp cloth.

5 Spring Cleaning Tips - Carpet Cleaning

Clean the Carpets

I think tackling carpets and area rugs are at the top of my spring cleaning list. According to S&S Rug Cleaning Services Atlanta, spring is the active season for pests to breed in rugs and carpets like beetles and moths.

I either call in a professional company that steam cleans to remove allergens, pollutants, and mites or I rent a steam cleaner and do it myself. If I do it myself I will sometimes add a few drops of essential oils, such as lavender or lemon, to the water to help naturally sanitize and make things smell nice. Both methods produce good results and we can breathe better with the allergens gone. As soon as the carpets are clean and dry I like to keep the rooms smelling fresh again by placing a Febreze Plug in a corner of each room, or maybe 2 corners.

Febreze & Spring Cleaning

Febreze uses OdorClear technology to eliminate odors. It doesn’t just cover them up. With a Meadows & Rain Small Spaces unit you can enjoy the fresh dewy scent of a spring day. You simply insert the scent refill into the holder until it clicks and then it is activated. This compact little device is perfect for smaller spaces like closets, storage areas, kid’s bedrooms, and bathrooms. For larger areas, use the Febreze Plug or the sprays.

What are some of your cleaning ideas that save you time and money? Or what is on your spring cleaning checklist?


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  1. Aide Torres says

    March 23, 2018 at 9:20 am

    I also use the plug in to help keep my rooms smelling great.

  2. SuziQ299 says

    March 23, 2018 at 9:21 am

    Very smart.

  3. Mattie says

    March 23, 2018 at 9:40 am

    Starting to get rid of pollen on everything using dust mop on walls tops of pictures and all areas of home

  4. Peggy Gist says

    March 23, 2018 at 11:56 am

    We clean everything in our house. We’ve done the baseboards and wood work, got the animals places all fixed up and smelling good with a Febreze plug in nearby. Cleaned ceiling fans, carpet is done with the sweet smell of Original Febreze. Our bedroom is the next challenge this weekend along with closets and storage places. Our kitchen is almost done. We have been busy this time around.

  5. Rose Hartsock says

    March 23, 2018 at 12:11 pm

    cleaning windows for spring is very important to me, both inside and out. i also clean the siding on the house of all the winter grime as indoor cleaning isnt the only cleaning needing done!

  6. Delila Horner says

    March 23, 2018 at 1:43 pm

    Thank you for you tips we also put washable trays under food dishes for our pets. Also I keep disposable wipes in our cars for small spills plus napkins.

  7. Brittani Hernandez says

    March 23, 2018 at 1:44 pm

    I love to wash the lines, anything that can go in the washer ( curtains, sheets, rugs, blankets) fresh linens make my house feel so fresh

  8. Tara Havner says

    March 23, 2018 at 5:01 pm

    Hard to read and not helpful need buget friendly ideas to declutter and clen that are straight and to the point.

  9. Lisa M Meeks says

    March 24, 2018 at 1:59 am

    I love Fabreeze. It is my FAVORITE!

  10. Melinda Vanhersh says

    March 24, 2018 at 3:47 am

    I have cats and I use Fresh Step with Febreze. It keeps away bad smells better than any other litter I have used

  11. Melinda Vanhersh says

    March 24, 2018 at 3:49 am

    I use Fresh Step litter with Febreze. It keeps bad smells away better than any other litter I have used

  12. Karen says

    March 24, 2018 at 4:02 am

    Great ideas for spring freshness.

  13. kay bonsell says

    March 24, 2018 at 5:53 am

    all sound nice will try some of these can’t afford a professional cleaner so we do the best we can

  14. Michelle says

    March 24, 2018 at 8:23 am

    I need to move all furniture and appliances and clean. I always have febreze plug in and spray for my furniture. Clean windows, blinds, and curtains. The list goes on and on…

  15. Carol says

    March 24, 2018 at 8:41 am

    Deep clean for pet hair under all appliances and furnature

  16. Rose says

    March 24, 2018 at 10:33 am

    Awesome cleaning tips!

  17. C.J. Davis says

    March 24, 2018 at 11:19 am

    My mother used to do a complete deep cleaning every year. While I do some activities in the Spring, I prefer to do most of these activities during the year. Activities like cleaning out closets and drawers are a better winter activity for me, but cleaning stoves, fridges, etc. are a good Spring cleaning activity when you can have windows open and strong cleaning solutions dissipate easier. I prefer aerosol Febreze to plug in and use it at least one a week throughout the house and additionally just before I know guests are coming over.

  18. Linda Mullins says

    March 24, 2018 at 11:40 am

    I like clipping air fresheners to the vents in my house. When the a.c. or heat kicks on, the house has a fresh, clean smell.

  19. Leah Suggs says

    March 24, 2018 at 1:19 pm

    I love when my house smells good. It makes it feel cleaner when it smells fresh. It also puts me in a better mood! There’s just something about it when your house smells good that makes the air feel lighter and brightens your mood!

  20. Marla Romaine says

    March 24, 2018 at 1:40 pm

    These tips are very helpful!

  21. Marla Romaine says

    March 24, 2018 at 1:53 pm

    Make a cleaning list and follow the routine to clean on the days you select.

  22. Lori says

    March 24, 2018 at 2:09 pm

    Bleach everything

  23. Alisha S says

    March 24, 2018 at 4:23 pm

    Thanks for all these great tips👍 I plan on starting my spring cleaning in the next 2 weekends, so I appreciate these tips!

  24. Vanette Bolen says

    March 24, 2018 at 5:10 pm

    Today we painted apartment and carpet the front living room and painted the walls after all the work was done.We opened the window and sprayed febreze to get the smell out from the paint. Nothing like the fresh smell of febreze throughout the house.

  25. Vanette Bolen says

    March 24, 2018 at 5:10 pm

    Today we painted apartment and carpet the front living room and painted the walls after all the work was done.We opened the window and sprayed febreze to get the smell out from the paint. Nothing like the fresh smell of febreze throughout the house.

  26. C.J. Davis says

    March 24, 2018 at 5:23 pm

    Carry a cleaning caddy from room to room and also buy an apron with lots of pockets in it (i.e. construction aprons for tool, etc.). Use the pockets to pick up trash that needs to be disposed of, for items that belong in other rooms, small toys, a note pad and pencil to make notes of things you find that need to be done and/or ideas that just cross your mind while cleaning.

  27. Mattie Wright says

    March 24, 2018 at 6:38 pm

    I love using febreeze, it’s the only one that doesn’t flare my allergies up

  28. Debbie says

    March 24, 2018 at 7:34 pm

    Tackle one room at a time

  29. Debbie says

    March 24, 2018 at 7:36 pm

    Get sorting bins ex keep ,sell,donate

  30. Debbie says

    March 24, 2018 at 7:38 pm

    Put things into groups

  31. Debbie says

    March 24, 2018 at 7:40 pm

    Wash and dry windows with newspaper and vinegar for streak free windows

  32. Donna Ayers says

    March 24, 2018 at 7:49 pm

    I hang Febreeze for small spaces from a hanger with a piece of string in my closets that don’t have anywhere to stand them up. I make sure there is room between the clothes so the aroma can circulate.

  33. Laura Hittle says

    March 24, 2018 at 8:45 pm

    Vacuuming and shampooing furniture and floors.

  34. Amanda RIpsam says

    March 24, 2018 at 9:38 pm

    It is awesome to see a stay at home dad helping take care of his kids and you clean kudos to you and may you be a example to fathers every where

  35. Penny Weems says

    March 25, 2018 at 1:07 am

    I do like you and go through things as I switch from warm to cold and vice versa. Get rid of the clothes that I’ve went all season with out wearing. Also I love frebreze, it makes everything thing smell great.

  36. Penny Weems says

    March 25, 2018 at 1:09 am

    Spring cleaning makes everything sparkle

  37. Karen says

    March 25, 2018 at 3:30 am

    Great ideas for freshness

  38. Debbie Hart says

    March 25, 2018 at 8:00 am

    Great tips…I definitely will give them a try

  39. Linda Mullins says

    March 25, 2018 at 5:50 pm

    Clean closets, discard worn out shoes,and clothes. Wash coats and jackets.

  40. Diane Valle says

    March 25, 2018 at 9:05 pm

    I clean the walls to make it smell even fresher

  41. Patricia Trammell says

    March 26, 2018 at 5:00 am

    I love to spray all my comforter and curtains because when I walk in my bed room and the scent is so refreshing

  42. Vanette Bolen says

    March 26, 2018 at 1:35 pm

    Thanks for all the great spring cleaning tips there wonderful.Already started my spring this pass week from clearing out the house to painting apartment 💕

  43. Rosalie says

    March 27, 2018 at 4:11 pm

    Everywhere and Anywhere my puppy lucky lies down, small dog but smelly hair.i spray frebreeze every day

  44. Janean Burkett says

    March 27, 2018 at 5:53 pm

    I like to keep my apartment smelling fresh by placing a Febreze Plug-in each large room. When I shampoo my carpets I like to add a bit of citrus smelling Febreze into the water and when it dries the carpets smell fresh and tropical.

  45. Lisa says

    March 27, 2018 at 8:11 pm

    Me to, Love the plugins throughout the house

  46. Pauline baum says

    March 28, 2018 at 11:03 am

    Everything gets cleand/cleaned out n smelling awesome
    I love fabreeze!!!!
    Smells so good

  47. Pauline baum says

    March 28, 2018 at 11:06 am

    I love me some frabreeze

  48. Pauline baum says

    March 28, 2018 at 11:13 am

    I love me some frabreeze!!!!

  49. Shannon says

    March 28, 2018 at 12:52 pm

    I just clean everything…uuhhgg. Luckily, I have Febreeze, which always makes my home smell wonderful.

  50. jacklyn rand says

    March 29, 2018 at 5:16 am

    have them all through my house and it smell so good

  51. Molly Cook says

    March 29, 2018 at 5:46 am

    Wonderful tips! I always start with cleaning the windows. It’s a major thing for me.

  52. Rose Hartsock says

    March 29, 2018 at 7:56 pm

    Spring is time to move the furniture and cleaned “under” rather then “around” febreeze everything!

  53. jill says

    March 30, 2018 at 12:12 pm

    make 3 different piles of clothes one to donate one to throw away and the keepers

  54. Robin says

    April 1, 2018 at 12:42 am

    To save time we all have to participate an work together as a team. We also use some home made cleaning supplies

  55. Denise Vuxta says

    April 1, 2018 at 5:52 am

    Me too I love Fabreeze.

  56. Heather says

    April 3, 2018 at 11:39 am

    Cant wait to clean my carpets, after a long winter. With a busy 4 year old and 2 teens, they can get dirty.

  57. Sarah says

    April 3, 2018 at 3:42 pm

    I also like to clean and organize cabinets and closet and get rid of things that my family no longer uses

  58. Julie Acome says

    April 4, 2018 at 8:13 am

    We just got a dog and Febreze sure helps with that dog smell.

  59. Ann says

    April 4, 2018 at 1:15 pm

    I have 2 boys, and spray Febreze in their shoes nightly. I was pretty skeptical at first, but it does actually work on their foot funk. #boymom

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