Put Things Away as you use them

Putting things away right after you use them is a wonderful habit to make. This way you don’t leave any unnecessary clutter around your home for you to pick up later. Make sure to have a place for everything you use on a day to day basis. If you have an organized home it is easier to put things away after you use them each time.

Put Away your Clothes

Laundry is a chore that is often a mess maker. If you fold and put your clothes away immediately after they are done being washed it will save you from having a pile of clothes to sort through and put away later. This can also be applied to your shoes. If you take your shoes off where you store them you can immediately put the where they belong.

Wipe Down Surfaces

Wiping down surfaces such as your kitchen and bathroom counters after use will save you the hassle of having to clean an extremely dirty surface later. Keep sanitizing wipes near surfaces that are used on a daily basis to help you in the wipe down process. Keeping this habit will also make sure your counters are free and clear of clutter.

Get Rid of Extras

Owning double of things in your home will just take up space and create a hassle for you later. While it is good to have a back-up for later, keeping it in your home may not be ideal. Donate, sell, or store those extra items so you have more space in your apartment.

Doing the Dishes

Nothing is worse than having a sink overflowing with dirty dishes. One habit that will prevent this from happening is by washing and or putting the dishes in the dishwasher right away. This will prevent clutter and unsightly smells coming from your sink. Dishes can be done in a matter of seconds if this habit is kept.

Dusting and Vacuuming

Take a day out of your week and dedicate that day to dusting and vacuuming your apartment. This will not only provide the cleanliness you desire, but also keep you in check when it comes to picking up the items you use off of the floor.  If you have pets you might want to consider vacuuming a few times a week.

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Schedule your Spring Cleaning Days

The warm weather brings outdoor activities and added chaos to our schedules. You will want to make it a point to schedule specific cleaning days on your calendar. This way you are sure you have the time available to really give your apartment the cleaning it needs. Breaking it up into a few days within the month will make sure you don’t burn yourself out but still get what you need to done.

Create a List

Not only is this a great way to get your thoughts organized, it can keep you accountable. Add all the items you can think of to your list and reward yourself each time you check one off the list. You can even divide the list and enlist the help of your fellow family members or friends to lighten your spring cleaning load.

Stock up on Spring Cleaning Supplies

Before you begin the spring cleaning process you will want to make sure you have enough in regards to cleaning supplies. You may need to buy a few new gadgets for those special cleaning projects as well. Buying your cleaning supplies ahead of time gives you the time to shop around for the best deal.

Start the Decluttering Process Early

It is hard to clean a cluttered apartment. You might want to start the decluttering process now before you begin spring cleaning. Remove any items in your apartment that are just taking up space or that need to go in the trash. Getting rid of the items you don’t need will give you some much needed space in your apartment.

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