Spring has sprung...

Spring has sprung! Time to open the windows and let the fresh air in, and put back the screen windows and doors and start your Spring cleaning.
Spring cleaning is a tedious chore, but the results are always rewarding.  You will find yourself admiring your handy work.

How to do it all with your busy schedulle  and get Motivated
Spring-cleaning might be necessary, but it doesn’t have to be completed all at once. It can be divided up by room, equipment, or by where you need to be at the time. The work can also be adjusted to suit your schedule and activities. For instance, if you want to watch a particular movie, you can clean your living room. Another option is to do one job a night, one room a week, or schedule in one day a month, this way it breaks the chore up into segments that are more manageable.

Here are some tips
Do your prep work. Put together a cleaning kit that you can tote from room to room to simplify your cleaning. The first thing you will need is something to carry it all in. A bucket works fine, or you can buy a special divided caddy.
Next, stock up on some micro fiber cloths. These washable cloths work wonders on windows, and dust without leaving lint. Pack cleaners such as furniture polish, glass cleaner, disinfectant, and powder cleanser. A spray bottle of water will come in handy, a few sponges and some rubber gloves.  Try to limit the number of cleaners needed to get the job done.   A combination of vinegar, Borax, works great as an all-purpose cleaner when it is mixed in a smaller pail of water.   Also, a one-to-one solution of vinegar and water makes an effective and economical multipurpose cleaner.  The nontoxic mixture disinfects floors and bathrooms and cleans glass without leaving streaks. Be assured, its distinctive odor disappears as soon as the liquid dries.

 This is also a good time to change your vacuum cleaner bag, check the belt, and make sure you have the attachments together.

Time Saving Tips
Rarely used items can be stored in plastic containers.  As you go through your household items, throw out any items that are broken or outdated and bag items that you no longer use for charity or a garage sale.

Because the items will need to be moved anyway, spring cleaning is also a great time to rearrange your furniture or kitchen items.  Plan everything out ahead of time and draw a diagram. This way you will only have to move everything once because you will know where everything needs to go.

House Plants they need a Spring cleaning.  Start by removing any dry leaves and check if they need to be repoted, if they do, m ake sure to use sterelized potting soil.   Give them a light shower and lightly shake any water left on the leaves.  If you have a very large plant, the leaves can be cleaned gently with water and small amount of soap.  Rinse with clear water, do not leave the leaves wet.

Your home is also starting come out of Winter hibernation.  Take a walk around your house and get that Spring chore list in order.