Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Free Spring Cleaning Checklist

Welcome in Spring with a Clean Home

Here is a free checklist for your spring cleaning needs courtesy of Family Dollar and HomeMade Simple.

Throughout Your Home
In every room, you'll likely need to clean the following things.
BulletCeiling Fans: Turn off and dust all blades with a Swiffer 360 Duster Extender.
BulletLight Fixtures: Turn off and clean all components once cooled.
BulletWindows: Dust windowsills and tracks; wipe glass clean.
BulletWalls: Clean off scuff marks, dirt and other grime with Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.
BulletFloors: Shake out and/or launder floor mats; vacuum rugs; clean floors.
Laundry Room
BulletLinen Closet: Clean all surfaces and organize linens.
BulletWasher/Dryer: Dust tops and fronts. Be sure to open them and clean the grime that collects on the backs of doors.
BulletCabinets: Clean off the tops, then wipe down the insides and doors with Bounty paper towels and Mr. Clean Spray with the scent of Gain.
Living Room
BulletFurniture: Dust solid furniture like coffee tables, bookcases and entertainment centers; vacuum and freshen upholstered furniture like sofas.
BulletElectronics: Dust off and check the batteries.
BulletShelves: Dust with Swiffer Dust & Shine with Gain.
Tip: Surround yourself in freshness in the living room - or any room - with Febreze with Gain.
Kitchen
BulletCabinets: Clean off the tops, then wipe down the insides and doors. Organize kitchen cabinets as you put items back.
BulletAppliances: Wipe down the microwave inside and out as well as the coffee maker, mixer and any other appliances.
BulletStovetop: Remove grates and wash, cleaning the stovetop as they dry.
BulletOven: Use Mr. Clean Muscle with Gain to clean out the inside of the oven.
BulletFridge & Pantry: Remove all items before cleaning and discard old food.
BulletCountertops: Remove all appliances and wipe down.
BulletBacksplashes: Wipe them down, paying special attention to
those prone to splatters, like above the sink or behind the
stovetop.
Bathroom
BulletShower: Clean walls, doors, ledges, fixtures and floors; launder washable shower curtains. Use the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Handy-Grip to easily tackle the tub.
BulletSink: Clean basins and fixtures.
BulletToilet: Scrub the toilet bowl, wipe down the exterior and don't forget the grime-prone spots behind the toilet.
BulletLinen Closet: Clean all surfaces; organize linens and other items that find their way to this catchall closet.
BulletMirrors: Wipe clean of smudges and splatters.
Tip: After your home is clean and fresh, keep it organized with decorative storage solutions available at Family Dollar
Finishing Touches
When you're finished cleaning, let the season shine with embellishments like fresh-cut flower displays, centerpieces and decor.
Enjoy your home and the season!
Sincerely,
Your friends at Home Made Simple

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