Step 1
REORGANIZE
And clear the clutter.
REFRESH
Step 2
Your entryway, living room, & kitchen.
REVIVE
Step 3
Your bedroom, bathroom, & dining room.
RENEW
Step 4
Your entire space with Stanley Steemer!
Spring cleaning never felt so good! We’re here with a 4-step cleaning challenge to help you get your home as fresh as the springtime air.
Click each step to explore your to-dos and spring into clean!
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Step1
Let’s kick off step one and get organized! It's always easier to clean when starting with a blank canvas. By organizing first, you'll make it more manageable to clean rooms and surfaces with less clutter.
Bathroom
- Organize cabinets & drawers - Discard products no longer being used - Organize medicine cabinet & pitch expired bottles - Replace toothbrushes - Replace old towels
Pro Tip: While normally used in kitchens, Lazy Susans are also a great hack for bathroom storage. Never lose sight of bathroom products or cleaners!
Kitchen
Life Hack: An ideal time to clean your fridge is before you go shopping, as this will allow you to dispose of any unusable food and free up more space for new items.
- Organize food storage containers – discard any that no longer have lids - Discard expired items from fridge and pantry – salad dressings, spices, baking items, etc. - Minimize countertop clutter by storing away what you don’t use on a daily – air fryers, crock pots, etc. - Replace water filters
Living Room
- Organize entertainment center and untangle outlet cords - Pitch old magazines, used candles, etc. and store other items away - Store away seasonal decor
Did You Know: Decluttering and organizing can also help release stress. A clear space helps to also clear your mind.
Bedroom
- Clean & organize nightstands - Organize closets and donate clothes that you no longer use - Store winter wardrobe and bring out spring & summer clothes
Rule of Thumb: Don’t keep clothes that you haven’t worn in 12+ months, kitchen or bathroom products that have expired, or any inventory that has not served you well in the last 12 months.
Any Part of the House
- Remove items from desk drawers, clean, & organize - Organize entryway/coat closet - Discard, donate, or sell unused/damaged items - For clutter that can’t be cleared, compile like items and devise storage solutions – baskets, bins, hooks, etc. - Empty trash in all rooms
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Step2
After decluttering and organizing, let’s now move onto the entryway, living room, and kitchen!
Entryway & Whole House
- Scrub baseboards & walls - Sweep & mop hard surface floors - Vacuum carpet & rugs - Dust all surfaces – ceiling fan blades, tops of doors, blinds etc. - Wash windows & windowsills
Mopping Tip: For hardwood floors, mop in the direction of the wood grain. For floors with a more textured surface, wipe in small figure eights. Additionally, always use a neutral pH-balanced floor cleaner. Acidic, multi-purpose cleaners can leave a layer of residue and cause damage overtime. Stanley Steemer has a neutral floor cleaner for hardwood, LVP, and linoleum
Cleaning Hack: To remove dust from blinds (or other hard to reach places), run your fingers along each slat wearing a pair of cotton gloves. This picks up dust as you go and is easier than using a duster.
- Vacuum couches, sofas, & chairs - Dust electronics including laptop & TV screens - Dust & polish wood furniture, surfaces, mantles, ceiling fans etc. - Dust & clean all décor – pictures, vases, floating shelves, etc.
- Clean stove top, inside of oven - Clean inside of fridge & freezer - Polish/wipe down all appliances - Clean microwave & clean out toaster - Wipe down outside of fridge - Wipe down & disinfect all counters - Scrub backsplash - Scrub & disinfect the sink area - Wipe down cabinets & drawers
Pro Tip: Maintain a clean oven by placing a larger sheet of foil on the rack below the cookware to catch food, crumbs, and grease that bubble over. Make sure not to cover the entire bottom of the oven as this may cause an uneven distribution of heat.
Make way for step three! Crank out these cleaning to-dos for your bedrooms, bathrooms, and dining room.
Bedrooms
- Wash bedding and linens - Put dirty clothes in hamper - Clean under bed - Dust off furniture and wipe down - Fluff pillows & make bed with fresh linens
Cheat Code: To freshen up a comforter without washing, place in the dryer for 5-10 minutes on “air fluff” with a dryer sheet. Dust and dander will be shaken from the linen and be picked up by the lint trap instead. The dryer sheet will help add a fresh scent.
Bathrooms
Quick Hack: Vinegar can be a used as an inexpensive cleaner. A paper towel soaked in white vinegar rubbed around the faucets of the sink can help remove water deposits and limescale. Not suited for encrusted faucets of any kind (especially gold).
- Clean countertop and sink - Scrub & disinfect toilet - Scrub & clean shower - Wipe down mirror - Wash toothbrush holders - Wash bathmats, shower curtains and liners - Wash hand towels
Dining Room
- Dust lighting fixtures - Wipe down table and chairs - Vacuum off chairs - Wash table runners - Clean and polish center pieces & other décor
Easy-Peasy Trick: Lint rollers are a handy tool for cleaning on the fly. Use a lint roller to easily pick up fur from upholstered parts of dining chairs and even gently dust-off lampshades, curtains, etc.
Finish the 4-step challenge with a professional deep cleaning from Stanley Steemer! You won’t have to lift a finger. (Except to schedule, that is!)
Floors
- Professionally clean carpet and rugs - Professionally clean hardwood - Professionally clean tile & grout - Color seal grout for a uniform look
Pet Tip: Spring is also shedding season for pets. Deep cleaning helps remove embedded fur, dander, and other allergens – to help you maintain a cleaner, happier home with your furry friends.
Furniture
Bright Idea: Heat from sunshine peeking through windows can cause leather furniture to dry out. Our deep cleaning can help lock in moisture to maintain its natural beauty and condition. Sunlight can also contribute to color fading in rugs. Be sure to regularly rotate your rugs to help minimize the effects and keep a uniform appearance.
- Professionally clean couches – leather, fabric, microfiber, suede - Professionally clean mattresses - Professionally clean upholstered chairs – dining chairs, bay window seats, lounge chairs, etc.
Air Duct
- Professionally clean air ducts - Professionally clean HVAC system - Professionally clean dryer vent
Life Hack: According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), spring cleaning can also help you avoid allergy symptoms – especially whole house deep cleaning.
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