For most of us at this time of year, the snow has melted and warmer air is what makes up the April breezes. Many people like to take advantage of the extra motivation and energy that comes with the refreshed climate to tackle some serious house cleaning. It's great to be motivated, but momentum without proper control can easily take you somewhere you don't want. That's why it's important to be organized and efficient while cleaning your home in spring. These tips should help keep you from being overwhelmed.
Don't Burn Yourself Out - With many projects around the house, the first few days or so are fueled by a gung-ho attitude. A good attitude is a great asset, but expending yourself too much in the early phases can mean finding yourself burned out and unmotivated down the line. Remember to pace yourself. Spring cleaning doesn't have to be done by the very start of spring. To be absolutely thorough, it may take weeks. This is why it's absolutely vital that to ration your energy and time.
Have a Clear Plan - Some people are able to work just fine by just tackling things as they come. But it's almost always more beneficial to have a clear plan and objective ahead of time. With spring cleaning, that usually means making a list and prioritizing what needs to get done. You may want to write down what the most difficult and/or time-consuming jobs will be, and make a list of tools or materials you'll need to get them cleaned or repaired.
Stock Up Before You Start - In accord with the planning phase, you can go out and get what you need before you actually begin the work. Chances are, you're not going to find the idea of having to drive to the store in your dirty work clothes because you ran out of cleaner or what have you all that appealing. It's far better to take inventory of what you have, and estimate what you need before the broom ever touches the ground.
Make Sure You Get Everything - Spring cleaning is not the time to cut corners. It's the time to make sure that everything that doesn't usually get covered by your normal routine sees proper maintenance. To be sure that everything gets done, one good tactic is start from one corner and work downward and outward. Start at the ceiling, and work your way down, cleaning ceiling elements like fans, wall decorations and furniture pieces along the way. If you do a clean sweep like this in every room in the house, there's little chance of missing anything important.
Don't Burn Yourself Out - With many projects around the house, the first few days or so are fueled by a gung-ho attitude. A good attitude is a great asset, but expending yourself too much in the early phases can mean finding yourself burned out and unmotivated down the line. Remember to pace yourself. Spring cleaning doesn't have to be done by the very start of spring. To be absolutely thorough, it may take weeks. This is why it's absolutely vital that to ration your energy and time.
Have a Clear Plan - Some people are able to work just fine by just tackling things as they come. But it's almost always more beneficial to have a clear plan and objective ahead of time. With spring cleaning, that usually means making a list and prioritizing what needs to get done. You may want to write down what the most difficult and/or time-consuming jobs will be, and make a list of tools or materials you'll need to get them cleaned or repaired.
Stock Up Before You Start - In accord with the planning phase, you can go out and get what you need before you actually begin the work. Chances are, you're not going to find the idea of having to drive to the store in your dirty work clothes because you ran out of cleaner or what have you all that appealing. It's far better to take inventory of what you have, and estimate what you need before the broom ever touches the ground.
Make Sure You Get Everything - Spring cleaning is not the time to cut corners. It's the time to make sure that everything that doesn't usually get covered by your normal routine sees proper maintenance. To be sure that everything gets done, one good tactic is start from one corner and work downward and outward. Start at the ceiling, and work your way down, cleaning ceiling elements like fans, wall decorations and furniture pieces along the way. If you do a clean sweep like this in every room in the house, there's little chance of missing anything important.
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A good cleaning can make a beautiful home look even better. Making the interior of your home match the beautiful outdoors can really bring the freshness of spring to life. Village Homes builds beautiful homes in many communities, including Candelas, where spring blooms in full force to create beautiful, colorful landscapes.
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