Spring Cleaning Checklist
Are you itching for a project now that the sun is shining and the air is warmer? Now is the perfect time to open the windows and make your home sparkle! We organized this list by room so it’s easy to tackle it a little at a time. Happy cleaning!
Some Helpful Tips
Decluttering is a great place to start
Keep your cleaning supplies in a caddy to take with you to each room
Pace yourself and don’t try to tackle it all at once
Start a donation pile that you can add to throughout the cleaning process
Blast some music, prep some energy-boosting snacks and make it fun!
ALL Rooms
Wash baseboards and crown molding
Wipe down and sanitize doors and doorknobs
Clean light fixtures
Wipe down fans
Vacuum and wash out vents and replace filters
Wash windows, including trim
Dust or wash blinds
Wash curtains and other window treatments
Vacuum and/or sweep and mop
Shampoo carpets and rugs
Wipe down furniture
Check ceiling and all corners to remove dust and cobwebs
Dust and wipe down all decor
Wipe down light switches
Wipe down walls and remove scuff marks
Laundry Room
Wipe down inside and outside of all cabinets or storage
Remove clutter and unused items
Organize cabinets or storage
Deep clean washing machine (great step-by-step tutorial HERE)
Clean dryer and dryer vent
Kitchen
Wipe down inside and outside of all cabinets, drawers, and shelves
Remove unused items and clutter
Organize cabinets, drawers, and shelving
Organize pantry and throw away expired food
Deep clean sink and faucet
Clean garbage disposal
Wash and disinfect trash can
Clean inside and outside of refrigerator and freezer, including throwing away expired food
Clean stove
Clean microwave
Clean toaster oven/toaster
Disinfect coffee maker/Keurig
Clean oven and oven vent
Deep clean dishwasher
Clean and disinfect backsplash and countertops
Replace old sponges, washcloths, and towels
Scrub drying racks
Dining Room
Wash table linens and replace if needed
Wipe down table and chairs
Clean upholstered furniture/cushions
Wipe down any furniture or cabinets and organize
Bathroom
Deep clean tub and shower
Wash shower curtain
Replace shower liner
Scrub toilets
Wash and disinfect trash can
Wash mirror and vanity
Wipe down soap dispenser, toothbrush holder, and toiletries on counter
Wipe down inside and outside of cabinets and drawers
Organize cabinets and drawers
Throw away expired/unwanted items
Replace old towels, wash rags, and loofas
Bedrooms
Wash bedding and pillows
Vacuum and rotate mattresses
Move beds and furniture to clean underneath
Organize and clean nightstands
Organize and clean closets
Rotate seasonal clothing and get rid of unwanted clothing
Wipe down inside and outside of dressers
Organize dressers
Living Room/Family Room
Dust and wipe down all furniture and decor
Move couches and furniture to clean underneath
Vacuum couch and clean upholstered items
Wash pillows and blankets
Clean fireplace
Wipe down television
Sanitize remote controls
Office
Throw away and organize all papers, old files, books, and utensils
Wipe down desk, computer, printer, filing cabinet, etc.
Organize filing cabinet and desk drawers
Dust books and bookshelves, organizing if needed
Wipe down any furniture
If you have kids…
Sanitize and organize toys
Wash stuffed animals, pillows and blankets
Rotate seasonal clothing and toys
Get rid of unused clothing and toys
Wash all kid furniture and accessories (high chair, bouncy seat, swing, car seat, bumbo, etc.)