Home Staging Spring Cleaning Tips

Well the seasons are changing, spring is in the air and that means it's time to rejuvenate your home with a little elbow grease...

Not sure how to get started with spring cleaning? Here are five tips to put you on the fast track to cleaning tasks that matters most. It just so happens these tips can also help in getting your home prepared for sale. Rather than feel overwhelmed, take one room at a time, create a plan and let the cleaning begin.

Tip number 1: declutter each room in your home. The single most effective thing you can do in your home is cut clutter. Remove anything that you no longer need, then reorganize the items your keeping. Remember to wipe down all your shelves, closets and tabletops before placing the items back in its designated space. By removing clutter you'll have fewer obstacles in your way when it comes time scrubbing down the place.


Tip number 2: let the outside in by cleaning your windows. I recommend as soon as you can open your windows to let in the spring air it's time to clean them. Either hire a professional window cleaner or tackle the project yourself. With your hose and Windex outdoor glass and patio you can wash away the winter simply by attaching this product to your hose a spraying the windows and doors of your home. On the inside use Windex or a mixture of vinegar and water and spray the glass and use a squeegee to wipe away the grim. Also make sure to clean your shades or blinds and inside of the windowsills to avoid having the wind carry the dirt from these areas into your home.

Tip number 3: clean all your fabric. The fabric around your home can collect dust and bacteria so you want to make sure you can it all. Wash your curtains or replace with sheers, wash pillows, bedding and rugs. Also be sure to vacuum  and Febreeze your furniture and mattresses, then flip them to extend it's life. If you have carpets now is the time to shampoo them to get rid of winter's foot tracks.

Tip number 4: get rid of those dust bunnies. Now you have to consistently dust your home, it can't just be during your spring cleaning. Start from the top of the room and work your way down. Wipe down the ceiling, fan or light fixtures, the walls, baseboards and all the furniture in the room. Make sure to move furniture, appliances and look high and low to remove all dust.

Tip number 5: pay close attention to your kitchen and bathrooms. These are two rooms that constantly used throughout the day. Make sure to wipe all surfaces, organize cabinets, remove old items like expired food or medicine and make sure to sanitize all appliances, baths and sinks.

Now don't expect to conquer your house in a weekend. Set aside some time, start with the rooms you use frequently and work through these tips, you'll end up with a clean, clutter-free home that you can manage throughout the year or while your home is on the market. For more cleaning tips check out our Pinterest page at: www.pinterest.com/toritothstager/cleanfreak