🌸 Fresh Spring Cleaning Tips for a Brighter, Healthier Space
The mornings are lighter, the air feels softer, and there’s a hint of warmth that tells us spring has arrived. After months of staying in from the winter chill, this season is the perfect chance to throw open the windows, let the fresh air in, and give your home a little love.
Spring cleaning isn’t just about scrubbing — it’s about creating a fresh start. It’s about walking into your living room and feeling calm, opening your linen cupboard without stress, and enjoying a space that feels light, airy, and ready for the summer months ahead.
To help you get started, we’ve put together a handy Spring Cleaning Checklist you can download, print, and keep on hand as you work through your home.
Download your free download Spring Cleaning Checklist here
🏡 Why Spring Cleaning Matters
It’s easy to let the little things pile up — a drawer that won’t close properly, a cupboard you keep avoiding, the skirting boards you meant to wipe months ago. Over time, dust and clutter don’t just take up physical space, they weigh on your mind too.
Taking a weekend (or even just an hour here and there) to refresh your home makes such a difference. Not only are you creating a cleaner, healthier environment for your family, but you’re also making room for new energy and joy.
And once the cleaning is done, you can have some fun with styling — maybe swapping your linen cushion covers for lighter tones or updating your walls with a fresh piece of Australian native wall art to match that breezy spring feeling.
✨ Every Room Spring Cleaning Checklist
Here’s a simple guide you can use to get started. Work from top to bottom in each room so you don’t miss a thing.
- Dust ceiling fans and light fittings
- Replace any faulty light bulbs
- Clean aircon filters and exhaust fans
- Test smoke alarms
- Clean marks on walls and door frames
- Wash inside windows
- Clean window sills and window tracks
- Clean door tracks
- Vacuum curtains and blinds, wash if needed
- Wipe down skirting boards
- Disinfect door handles and cupboard handles
- Wipe down light switches
Kitchen Deep Clean
- Wipe down cupboards and pantry shelves
- Toss expired food and reorganise
- Clean appliances inside and out (yes, even the crumb tray in your toaster!)
- Give your oven, stovetop, and fridge some extra love
- Defrost and clean the freezer
- Clean the dishwasher
- Clean the sink and drain pipes
- Wipe down tiles and countertops
💡 Tip: Once your kitchen is sparkling, a statement wall clock in your dining or living area is a beautiful reminder that it’s not just about cleaning — it’s about enjoying the time spent at home too.
Bathroom Reset
- Clear out old medicines, toiletries, and make-up
- Clean and repack cabinets and drawers
- Scrub bathtub and shower
- Wipe down tiles, mirrors, and shower glass
- Donate old towels and bath mats to animal shelters
- Scrub toilet and surrounding walls
Bedroom Refresh
- Declutter drawers and closets — donate what you no longer wear
- Air and rotate your mattress
- Wash all bedding and pillows
- Switch up your décor for a quick mood lift (a new decorative throw or a couple of fresh feather-filled cushions can make the whole room feel new)
Kids Bedroom
- Organise drawers and closets, donate clothes they’ve outgrown
- Air and rotate their mattress
- Wash all bedding and pillows.
- Clear out old or broken toys. Clean and disinfect toys they still play with.
Living and Dining Room Spring Cleaning Checklist
- Clear out and repack cupboards and shelves.
- Wipe down all wooden furniture and appliances.
- Disinfect remote controls.
- Wash cushion covers and vacuum sofa and chairs.
💡 Tip: Swap out heavier winter throws for a lighter decorative throw on your sofa, or add a large wall clock or new wall art to your dining area. It’s a simple way to refresh your space and bring a touch of style to your home.
Home Office Update
- Clear out and repack cupboards and shelves.
- Dispose of old paperwork.
- Wipe down work surfaces and furniture.
- Disinfect computer mouse and clean keyboard/screen
- Refresh any artwork and motivational signs.
Laundry and linen Cupboards
- Clear out and repack cupboards and shelves.
- Dispose of old cleaning products.
- Donate old linen to Animal shelters or Charity stores.
- Wipe down your dryer and clean lint traps.
- Run an empty wash cycle to freshen your washer and wipe down all appliances
Outdoor Spaces
- Declutter the shed and garage — sell or donate unwanted items
- Scrub outdoor furniture and decking
- Wash pool tiles and clean pumps and filters
- Clean bins and children’s outdoor toys
🌞 Ready for Summer
Spring cleaning doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Start with one room at a time, and before you know it, you’ll have a fresh, welcoming space ready for summer BBQs, holiday gatherings, and lazy afternoons spent at home.
Once the cleaning’s done, enjoy the styling part — cozy cushions, soft throws, and timeless décor that makes your house feel like a home.
Download your free printable Spring Cleaning Checklist here
Happy Summer
Sandra
xoxo
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