Winter has come and gone – now is the time for a good old-fashioned Spring clean! Here is our ultimate Spring cleaning checklist that outlines what to include in your cleaning schedule on a room-by-room basis. Good luck and have fun!

Kitchen

• Dust off high surfaces – on top of cupboards, etc.
• Wipe down walls, baseboards and benchtops
• Clean off the stovetop
• Clean out the oven
• Clean microwave, dishwasher and other appliances
• Throw out any old and expired refrigerator food items and wipe down shelves and drawers inside
• Defrost the freezer
• Go through the pantry and discard old food items
• Vacuum and mop floors

Family rooms

• Wipe walls and baseboards
• Dust blinds and curtain rods
• Clean windowsills and wash windows
• Clean light fixtures
• Clean out cabinets and dust off items inside
• Dust shelves
• Vacuum and spot clean couch and chair cushions
• Vacuum and/or mop floors

Bathroom and laundry

• Wipe walls and baseboards
• Wash shower curtain
• Clean makeup brushes and throw out expired personal items
• Wipe mirror and clean vanity
• Clean shower and bathtub
• Clean showerhead
• Remove mould with a high-quality mould cleaner
• Clean and restore glass shower screens
• Clean toilet
• Vacuum and mop floors
• Clean washing machine
• Clean dryer vent and lint trap

Bedrooms

• Wipe down walls and baseboards
• Dust/polish furniture
• Flip mattresses
• Dust blinds and curtain rods
• Wash bedding
• Clean windows and window sills
• Vacuum and/or mop floors

Office and gaming rooms

• Shred/recycle old paperwork
• Dust bookshelf and desk
• Clean keyboard and computer
• Dust video game consoles and electronic equipment
• Vacuum and/or mop floors

General household to-dos

• Downsize – throw away or donate unused items and clutter
• Test and replace smoke alarms
• Replace light bulbs, if needed
• Sanitise door handles, light switches, etc.

Of course, every Spring cleaning list will vary from household to household, but with this ultimate Spring cleaning list as a solid starting point, you can ensure your home is spick and span after hibernating through the colder months.