THE MOST FORGOTTEN NOOKS & CRANNIES TO CLEAN THIS SPRING
By: Katia Gorshkova published in Style and Home March 8, 2024
1. BASEBOARDS
It's easy to ignore the dust that accumulates on baseboards when we're vacuuming or cleaning the floors, but don't forget to pass a wet cloth in order to remove the gunk.
2. LAMPS
You'd be surprised how much dust accumulates inside a lampshade or a light fixture! Take them off for proper cleaning. And don't forget to turn off the light when you're dusting the bulbs.
3. BEHIND THE APPLIANCES
Many of us like to imagine that once something falls behind the stove, it simply disappears—unfortunately, that's not the case. Push your kitchen appliances away from the wall and pick up all the dirt and gunk that's accumulated there throughout the year..
4. TOPS OF DOORS
We tend to forget this one, but dust actually does settle on the top part of the door. Wipe it off with a cleaning solution.
5. CURTAINS
Strip down your curtains (and clean your windows!) to refresh the air in your home. Fabrics attract and keep dust, so make sure to give them a good wash.
6. HUMIDIFIERS
Whether you keep it on all year round or just take it out for the winter, make sure to properly disinfect it before putting it away.
7. DRAINS
Clean your drains by removing soap and other gross residue that can create nasty smells. Simply pour 1/2 part baking soda and 1/2 part white vinegar into the drain and let it sit for an hour. Then, wash it down with boiling water. You can also use a drain snake to get any hairs out.
8. BEHIND THE TOILET
While we often forget to reach around the toilet when we regularly clean our floors, give it a good wash during your next bathroom cleaning session.
9. DOORS HANDLES
We're always grabbing door handles, so they tend to accumulate bacteria and grease. Wipe them down with a good disinfectant.
10. TOOTHBRUSH HOLDER
When we put wet toothbrushes in the same holder day after day, the water droplets and humidity can eventually lead to mould developing. Pop your toothbrush holder in the dishwasher for a good rinse.
11. REMOTE CONTROLS
Between browsing for a movie and kids fighting for the remote, these things can get kind of gross. To clean them, wipe the body with a cloth dipped in a mixture of warm water and a few drops of soap (make sure to take out the batteries first!). If you want extra sanitization, dip a cotton swab in a mixture of one part vinegar and two parts water and pass it between the buttons.
These are just some tips on things you may not have thought about cleaning before getting your home ready to sell. If selling your home is in your future and would like an indepth look at what else needs to be done, call me and lets discuss what you still need to do to get it ready for market.
I am here to help.
Tony Rinella - B.A. Urban Studies
Ethos Realty
204-771-3866
www.tonyrinella.com
trinella@shaw.ca
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