Autumn cleaning - how to prepare your home for winter
Autumn has arrived, and with it comes the need for a thorough seasonal cleaning. Taking care of your home during autumn helps create a fresh and cozy environment, while also ensuring that you are ready for the winter months. Here is a step-by-step guide and checklist to make autumn cleaning easy and effective.
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Step 1: Planning and preparation
Start by planning your autumn cleaning. Set a realistic timeline and make sure you have all the necessary cleaning products at hand. Opt for environmentally friendly products to take care of both your home and the planet.
Step 2: Decluttering and organizing
Sort and pack away summer clothes
Store clothes and shoes that won’t be needed during the autumn and winter months. Make sure they are clean before storing them.
Make room for winter clothes
Organize your closets to easily access warmer clothes, hats, and scarves.
Check the pantry
Discard expired food items and stock up on ingredients suitable for the season, like spices and slow-cooking staples.
Step 3: Cleaning room by room
Living room
Vacuum sofas, rugs, and curtains.
Dust shelves, lamps, and other surfaces.
Wash cushions and throws to freshen up for the cozy season ahead.
Kitchen
Clean the oven and stove from grease and dirt.
Defrost the freezer and reorganize the fridge.
Wipe down kitchen cabinets, countertops, and thoroughly clean the sink.
Bathroom
Descale showerheads and clean the tiles.
Empty and clean the floor drain.
Wipe mirrors and walls with a damp cloth to remove dust and dirt.
Bedroom
Wash bed linens and air out duvets and pillows.
Vacuum the mattress and clean under the bed.
Organize the closet and ensure autumn clothes are easily accessible.
Step 4: Window cleaning
During autumn, it's important to let in as much light as possible. Clean your windows both inside and outside. A good tip is to do this on a cloudy day to avoid streaks.
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Step 5: Take care of outdoor furniture
Clean and wipe down outdoor furniture before storing it away for the winter. Seal any cracks and protect the furniture with tarpaulins or move them to a dry storage space.
With this checklist, your home will be ready for the cooler autumn days and the approaching winter chill. By planning and tackling one room at a time, you can make autumn cleaning both effective and manageable. Or, you simple leave it to us.