It’s that time of year again. I’m sure we’ve all begun (or at least thought about) deep cleaning our home and/or office. We all dread doing it, but the results are nothing short of inspiring and refreshing. Here are some helpful tips to get you started.
It is too overwhelming to look at the whole house or even a whole room at once. Keep focused on small areas and give yourself short deadlines for each part. You’ll be less stressed throughout the process and be finished in no time!
While this idea may sound a little “out there,” it has big potential and will often lead to big results. Larger groups can get things done quicker and can be a huge help when wanting to rearrange or move those bigger items. Make this a fun social event… have refreshments and games!
Offer to help those in your group with tasks at their own homes. Set a schedule to do this at a different person’s house each week or month. You’ll be surprised at what you can accomplish together!
While cleaning, make sure you have plenty of fresh air flowing though the space. Cleaning chemicals can be potent and hazardous to your health. At the same time, fresh air can help get rid of any stale smells left behind from being closed up all winter. Brighten up your space by bringing in fresh plants and decorating with sheer drapes to allow light in.
A great way to eliminate cost and help stay green while cleaning is by usingThings like baking soda, lemon juice and vinegar are common household items that can be used as cleaning products throughout your home. I found a list of 10 Green Cleaning Products Easily Made at Home here.
Make sure and any items of clutter you do not need. This will help keep your spaces clean and easier to maintain. It’s simple really… the less you have, the less there is to maintain!
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Mon, April 18, 2011
by Christina Beaird
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