Spring Cleaning? 10 Things you won't want to forget

Flushing out your sink and bathtub drains is actually pretty simple. Start by pouring boiling water down  the drain, followed with a vinegar + baking soda mixture. After waiting a bit, rinse with more boiling water.

Flush Your Drains

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Heat Dry Your Pillows

Do your pillows need a pick-me-up? Toss them in the dryer with dryer balls (or tennis) balls to restore some fluff. Throw pillows can harbor dust mites, time in a hot dryer can kill them off.

Deep Clean Your Coffee Maker

Dismantel your coffee maker and hand wash all of the parts you can. Once you have your brewing machine back together, run vinegar through it to remove any mineral build-up.

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This one doesn't need much explanation! Trash cans can get both messy and smelly, quick! Scrub the inside and outside of the can with dish soap and vinegar. Add your choice of essential oil for a more pleasant, lingering smell.

Disinfect Trash Cans

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Let's face it, cleaning your toaster can be pretty crumby! Be sure to unplug your toaster before cleaning! Empty your crumb tray and shake the toaster upside down over your trash can to knock off any extra crumb stuck inside. Finish by cleaning the exterior. 

Empty the Toaster

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While most pet beds are machine washable, check the instructions on the tag beforehand. Vacuum the bed for any extra dirt or pet hair before washing. Pet beds are a breeding ground for dust mites and you will want to clean yours often.

Wash Your Pet's Bedding

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When cleaning out your medicine cabinet, look for any expired products or medication. Are there brushes that need washed? Do old toothbrushes need to be replaced? Bottles may need to be wiped down along with the shelves.

Go Through Your Medicine Cabinet

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Ready to clean under your bed? First, remove any misc items or boxes. While vacuuming works best for carpet, if you have hardwood flooring you may want to mop as well. Removing extra dust trapped under your bed makes for cleaner air. 

Check Under the Beds

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Before you start scrubbing, toss any expired products and remove items shelf by shelf. Use soapy water and a cleaning cloth to remove food residue and any other spills. Pull the drawers out for easier cleaning in the sink. Finish by wiping down exterior and base plate. 

Scrub the Fridge

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It's pretty crazy how quickly those blades can gather dust! Hate the mess that dusting your fan causes & don't want to drag out a drop cloth? Here's a trick: Save an old pillow case. When it comes time to clean the fans, slide the case over each blade & gently squeeze to trap the dust inside the pillow case!

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Dust Those Fans