Seriously, who has the time or the inclination to take hours spring cleaning? Not me! Shocking confession: I’ve never really “spring cleaned” my house. The concept is kind of old-fashioned. We just don’t live the way our grandparents did.
Our homes are well insulated, so they don’t get as dusty. Most of our houses are heated with clean energy, not coal furnaces or open fires, so we don’t have soot on the walls. Modern vacuum cleaners really work so we don’t have to beat rugs outside anymore either.
Get ready for my all-new, revolutionary, mind-blowing alternative to spring cleaning…
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Monthly Deep Cleaning Schedule
I mean, you didn’t think I was just going to tell you it was all right if you didn’t clean stuff at all, did you? Naw, but spreading out the tasks over the whole year will make deep cleaning practically painless.
You’ve already been using some type of cleaning routine for the day-to-day chores, right? No? Okay, read this and start integrating some routines into your schedule. Then, just add the monthly deep cleaning chore on a day when you have a little extra time.
Nothing on this list should take you much more than an hour. This is about focusing your attention on one specific task and not getting distracted by other things.
Check out this chick, all happy to be using her generic cleaning products and cleaning while she’s wearing jeans and ballet flats. In what world does this happen? If you pop by my house on cleaning day, you will find me unshowered, wearing a t-shirt with a hole in it and a comfy pair of leggings and I probably won’t be smiling. Anyway…
The Details
- January. Clean out the master closet. If you haven’t worn something in a year, get rid of it. Anything that’s still nice gets donated but if it has a hole, throw it away. Straighten drawers. You might want to try out the KonMari method. Vacuum all of the nooks and crannies. Go through your jewelry and donate anything that you don’t love anymore. Reorder your hanging clothes so they make sense: by color, season or style.
- February. Make your laundry room shine. Clean the washer, especially if you have a front loader. This post gives step-by-step instructions. Clean the dryer and vents. Declutter and organize drawers and cabinets. Vacuum any lint that is clinging to walls or ceilings.
- March. Clean out bathroom cabinets. Throw out expired medicine and supplements, old makeup, hair products, etc. Vacuum out drawers and cabinets.
- April. Clean all ceiling fixtures. Dust ceiling fan blades and lights. Wash glass globes and dust shades.
- May. Time to do the windows. Fill a spray bottle with half white vinegar and half water. Use a squeegee for a streak-free finish. I let the power washer get the outsides.
- June. Clean bedrooms. Wash dust ruffles comforters and shams. Flip or rotate mattresses. Purge and vacuum out nightstand drawers.
- July. Clean window treatments and furniture. Vacuum draperies, curtains, blinds, shades, etc. Vacuum furniture, polish wood and condition leather.
- August. Tackle the kid’s closets. Make room for school clothes by donating things that don’t fit. Throw away socks and underwear that are too small. Vacuum nooks and crannies. Straighten drawers and reorder hanging clothes.
- September. Clean the hall or coat closet. Purge, straighten and vacuum. I change mine for the season and move from beach bags to book bags.
- October. Get the pantry and kitchen drawers ready for holiday cooking. Purge expired food and spices. Vacuum and organize drawers and cabinets.
- November. Clean the playroom, game or family room. Purge unwanted or broken toys to make room for more next month! Organize Legos, put missing game pieces back in the box, etc.
- December. Clean out the fridge and freezer. Throw out expired food and anything that’s been in the freezer for over a year. Wipe down surfaces. Don’t forget the beer fridge in the garage!
No More Spring Cleaning!
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Pinky swear not to spam you or sell your info. I hope that you’re as relieved as I am that you no longer have to dread spring cleaning. Just do a little every month and you’ll be fine. What’s your most dreaded cleaning chore?
Firefighter friend says fires start in the lint filled thing behind the dryer. Good to keep it clean.
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Great list! I totally need to start using a deep cleaning schedule.
Glad to be of help, Teresa! I don’t love to clean, so I have to make it as easy as possible!
I’m a sucker for cleaning lists! Definitely pinning it to my Pinterest board 🙂
Thanks, Lauren!
smart list by month. I need to do this!
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Thanks, Mary! Isn’t it hard to keep up?
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Thanks, James!
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By the way, it seems like you didn’t say anything about cleaning the air conditioner filters. How often do you do this? Experts recommend cleaning them at least once every three months. Otherwise, they can cause poor indoor air quality.
Yes, regular AC filter cleaning is crucial in terms of maintaining good air quality in a home. But while it’s recommended to clean them once every three months, it rather depends on the type of filter you use. Some filters are more durable. So, check the recommendation on the packaging.
The best option for filters is washable filters, I suppose. They don’t need regular replacement, and they are pretty easy to clean so that everyone can do it by themselves. It is especially a good thing for allergy sufferers, who may need to clean the filter very often.
Thanks for sharing such helpful content! I like that you devote a whole month to each point. This allows you to take your time and do the cleaning with pleasure.
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I see you use the power washer to wash the windows from the outside. Is the result good? For many, washing windows from the outside is a real problem.
By the way, you will need cleaning less often if the air quality in your house is good. For this, you should install HEPA filters in your air conditioner. They are the best option if you’re looking for something that reduces dust, pet dander or traps fine particulates. HEPA filters trap 99.97% of all particulates and prevent them from circulating throughout your home.
What I advise you to do regularly is to wipe the dust from electrical appliances. Accumulated dust can make appliances work harder and consume much more energy to function. This may even cause high overvoltage and fire.
Replacing or cleaning air conditioner filters is one of those home maintenance jobs that is often overlooked, but it is important to remember to do it.
If you don’t you risk your air conditioner filter becoming clogged with dirt and dust causing the unit to work twice as hard and it prevents air from flowing freely throughout your home system. Besides, it can cause poor air quality in your home, which is bad for health.
That’s a good point. Indeed, many people overlook it. Hence, dusty air, a broken AC unit, and high utility bills.
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When I start spring cleaning I do the Livingroom first cause it’s easy, helps build the motivation and when I take a break it’s a constant reminder of how I want things to look
Does anyone else do fall cleaning instead of spring cleaning? When it starts to get warm outside, I exchange my light curtains for extra dark ones to keep the sun out (I don’t have air conditioning). My apartment is very dark all summer long, so there is no point in deep cleaning everything then. But in fall I finally let the daylight back in and I’m able to see how dirty things have gotten. I also spend way more time indoors in fall and winter, so that is the time when I want my apartment to be extra clean and cozy.
Wow, this is such a refreshing perspective on cleaning! It’s true, the traditional “spring cleaning” can feel overwhelming and outdated. I love how you’ve broken it down into manageable monthly tasks that won’t take up too much time. Your practical approach and detailed schedule make it seem much more doable. Plus, your humor and relatability throughout the post had me nodding along.
Clean everyday. Divide your days and clean different things on alternative days.
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This is such a refreshing take on the whole spring cleaning ordeal! I love how you’ve broken it down into manageable monthly tasks—it feels way less overwhelming. I’m definitely going to give this a try, especially since the thought of doing everything in one go has always been daunting!
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This post was exactly what I needed! I’m all about small, manageable cleaning tasks, and your breakdown makes it feel so much more doable. Also, I totally relate to cleaning in comfy leggings – no way I’m wearing jeans and ballet flats while scrubbing! Thanks for making cleaning less intimidating.
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