Spring is finally beginning to “sprung” in Minnesota, and here at Grey Duck we couldn’t be more excited! The spring market has us running all over the place, and sometimes it’s hard to make time for ourselves at home. Now that we can finally (sometimes) open our windows and get that winter air out of our houses, we’d like to share some great ways to clean up your home! Check out our previous blog post to see 7 reasons you’ll love selling your home in the spring!

Doormats

Trap more dirt by using two mats, one outside the door and one inside. To refresh, hose off and air-dry mats. Vacuum indoor ones on both sides — going over the back will push trapped dirt out onto the floor where it will be easier to pick up.

Windows

Wait for an overcast day and start on the shady side of the house, as direct sun can lead to streaks. Raise blinds or shades and wash windows with glass cleaner and a microfiber cloth, then lower the blinds and vinyl shades and dust with a duster like Swiffer and finish by vacuuming fabric shades and drapes. You can also spray down screens with a hose and see how much more light comes into your home!

Fridge and Cabinets

You probably wipe down your fridge's interior shelving on the regular already, but don't forget about the rest. Pop out the door shelves and bins, and wash in warm, soapy water to get rid of food bacteria and spillage. Sticky kitchen grime is a mix of dust and grease that builds up over time. Take the food out of your cabinets and sort through it. Toss things that are expired or donate what you won’t eat. Wipe down the shelves with a warm, damp cloth

Junk Drawer

Start small and pick your stash spot. Empty it out and suck up dust with your vacuum's nozzle. Toss or relocate any items you no longer need or that don't belong there. Everything else goes back, but this time in an organized manner.Use office organizers and small bins to organize cords and other miscellaneous items.

Furniture

Pull furniture away from walls and vacuum behind and under it. Do the woodwork and air vents while you're back there (fun, we know!). Then switch the upholstery tool on your machine to go over both sides of cushions and underneath them. The crevice tool can help get all the dust and particles along trim and stitching.

Curtains and drapes

Put your dryer to work and toss drapes, curtains, and even throw pillows in the dryer for 15 minutes on the "air-only" cycle, then rehang immediately to prevent wrinkles.

Ceilings

Spring cleaning season is all about focusing on the spots you forget about the rest of the year. Grab an extendable duster or vacuum and attack ceiling fans, hanging and recessed lights, moldings and more. You’ll be surprised at the dust you can find!

Bedding and matress

It's time to tackle bulky items you avoid at all costs, like pillows and comforters. You only need to clean these items two or three times a year, so they should be at the top of your list during spring cleaning season. But make sure you check the manufacturer's label before tossing 'em into the washing machine. Spring cleaning is also the perfect time to pay attention to the thing under the sheets. Press firmly with your vacuum's upholstery and crevice tools to clean the top and sides of your mattress. After cleaning, rinse with a damp cloth and blot dry. Then sanitize with a disinfectant spray like Lysol. Steam from a garment steamer or iron will also kill dust mites near the surface. Vacuum afterwards.

Closets

Go through clothes and shoes from the season that’s just ended — and remove anything stained, in need of repair or worn out. Make a second pass through spring and summer clothes as you take them out of storage. Ask yourself, Did I wear this last year? If not, was it because there was never the right occasion, or do you just not like it? Try on anything you’re unsure about before giving it closet space.

Phone

Bad news: Your cell phone probably harbors more germs than your toilet seat. That's why you should give it a once over with an alcohol wipe to zap germs, as well as other electronics, like your TV remote and computer mouse. (Maybe do this one more often than just in the spring 😬.)

Patio furniture

With warm weather almost here, it's time to get your outdoor furniture ready for lounging. To do this, add a squirt of dish detergent to a bowl of warm water, then wipe down tables and chairs. Finish it all off with a spray of water from the garden hose. Spray down your deck while you’re at it, because we’ll be enjoying the weather outside before you know it!

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