Tip of the Day Tuesday/ Spring Cleaning and Organization

It’s finally here!!! It’s SPRING!!! You know what that means…SPRING CLEANING! Today we will give you tips on how to tackle your must do spring-cleaning project (aka Springing). Are you up to the task? With these tips, you’ll be done your Springing with no sweat.

STEP 1. Make a plan

Springing can be a challenge whether your space is a tiny condo or a massive office space. Like any project, make a plan and know where to start.

Write a checklist of to-do’s or for the really big projects make a spreadsheet - whatever floats your boat! List every room in your space and the tasks that need to be done for each room.

STEP 2. De-clutter

Eliminate clutter. If you’re not in love with it or haven’t used it in 6 months to a year then it’s time to say good-bye! Take a few boxes and start designating objects that you don’t need to garage sale, donations, and garbage.  For all you savers this can be a challenge but remember - Just let it go, I promise you will feel better getting rid of that pair of jeans that you haven’t worn since high school. And this makes room for the new seasons items that you know you need.

STEP 3. Clean the Nitty Gritty

Avoid throwing all your junk in the closet or under the bed - I’m sure there are a few of us that are guilty of that even now that were all grown up! 

Clean it. It’s really important to clean and organize the things that are out of sight. Springing is a great opportunity to get to the details. Organize closets, bathroom cabinets, drawers, kitchens, pantries and other storage areas like your shoe closet.

Key Tip - Organize closet items like shoes, sweaters and tops by Colour – it makes it super easy to pair out-fits when your closet is colourized!

STEP 4. So long Winter! Pack away your winter gear.

Smart Storage. Designate heavy sweaters, boots, and winter jackets in separate bins for next winter. Make sure to dry clean items, clean and treat leather goods and fold with care before placing them in storage. The plus side, you’ll have more room for spring items and new outfits for the warm season.

Key Tip - Place tissue paper in between sweaters and delicate fabrics for protection. Also, throw in a dryer sheet or two to keep items fresh until the fall.

STEP 5. Fresh spring air

RELAX! Your DONE Springing! We’ve been cooped up in doors for the long winter season so it’s time to let in the fresh air. Open a few windows in your space to re-circulate the air and let in that beautiful sunshine! It will definitely rejuvenate you!

Key Tip - We recommend a glass of Oyster Bay from New Zealand a Sauvignon Blac AOD favorite for that celebratory review of your hard work.

Although Springing can be a dread, don’t let it! Just relax and take your time, set your mind to your end goal. Nothing is sweeter then the satisfaction of a job well done. We've also pulled some fantastic imagery of amazing clean and organized interiors to give you some motivations and ideas!!!

 

Images: 01. Live Simply 02. Apartment Therapy 03. A Summery Haze 04. The Lennoxx 05. About