The Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist

Spring is the perfect time to give your home a good, thorough cleaning. From top to bottom, every room in your house could use a little extra attention, and I’ve created the ultimate spring cleaning checklist to help you get started. This list will make sure you don't miss anything, whether you're a seasoned pro at cleaning or the “I barely have any time to clean” type.

The Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist

Before we dive in, let’s talk about why spring cleaning is so important.

Spring cleaning is important for several reasons:

Removes Clutter: Over time, clutter and pointless items accumulate in our homes, taking up valuable space. These things can be disposed of during spring cleaning to make your home more simplified and practical.

Helps improve Indoor Air Quality: Over time, dust, pollen, and other allergens can gather in our homes. By removing these particles, spring cleaning can improve indoor air quality and lower the likelihood of respiratory problems.

Reduces Stress: An untidy and cluttered home can lead to anxiety and stress. We can create a more tranquil and relaxing environment by organizing and decluttering our living space.

Saves Money: Cleaning and maintaining household items like HVAC units, appliances, and furniture can increase their lifespan and lessen the need for expensive repairs or replacements.

Without further ado, here’s my ultimate spring cleaning checklist for every room in your home.

Living Room

• Dust and clean all surfaces, including shelves, tables, and picture frames.
• Vacuum or clean all upholstered furniture, including sofas, chairs, and ottomans.
• Deep clean your carpets or rugs.
• Wipe down all electronics, including your TV, speakers, and game consoles.
• Clean your windows and window treatments.

Kitchen

• Clean out your refrigerator, discarding any expired or spoiled food.
• Clean your oven, stovetop, and microwave.
• Scrub your sink and countertops.
• Clean out your pantry and discard any expired or stale food.
• Clean all small appliances, such as your toaster and blender.
• Sweep and mop the floor.

Bathroom

• Scrub the shower, tub, and sink.
• Clean the toilet and toilet bowl thoroughly.
• Wipe down all surfaces, including counters and mirrors.
• Clean your shower curtains or shower doors.
• Wash your bath mats and towels.
• Sweep and mop the floor.

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Bedroom

• Dust and clean all surfaces, including dressers, nightstands, and lamps.
• Wash all bedding, including sheets, pillowcases, and duvet covers.
• Vacuum or clean your mattress.
• Declutter your closet and donate any clothes you no longer wear.
• Clean your windows and window treatments.

Home Office

• Declutter your desk and discard any papers or files you no longer need.
• Dust and clean all surfaces, including your desk, bookshelves, and filing cabinets.
• Clean your computer and keyboard.
• Sweep or vacuum the floor.

Laundry Room

• Clean your washing machine and dryer, including the lint trap.
• Wipe down all surfaces, including counters and shelves.
• Declutter any unnecessary items.
• Sweep or vacuum the floor.

Entryway

• Sweep or vacuum the floor.
• Declutter your entryway and discard any unnecessary items.
• Dust and clean all surfaces, including your coat rack and shoe rack.
• Clean your front door and doormat.

Spring cleaning is an important annual ritual I do to help maintain a well put-together home. By following this ultimate spring cleaning checklist, you can ensure that every room in your home receives the attention it needs.

So put on your gloves, grab your cleaning supplies, and let’s get this party started!

Live Well,