{"id":1352,"date":"2023-03-31T13:54:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-31T13:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thorwin.ca\/blog\/?p=1352"},"modified":"2023-03-31T14:35:37","modified_gmt":"2023-03-31T14:35:37","slug":"spring-cleaning-challenge-and-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thorwin.ca\/blog\/2023\/03\/31\/spring-cleaning-challenge-and-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Spring Cleaning Challenge and Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

Spring 2023 comes with a sunny sky, cool weather, and positive vibes. This month is a new beginning and a new hope for better things to come. Spring cleaning can help you feel more positive and energized. When you declutter your space and remove unwanted items, it will give you a sense of accomplishment and a positive outlook. <\/p>\n

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Cleaning is a mental healing process – reducing stress and anxiety by organizing a disorganized space that you live in. It is a way to revitalize your life, creating a more positive space, and harnessing fresh energy in your body. It also comes with great benefits: 
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  Your living space will shine again. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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  Removing clutter and unwanted items will put your mind at ease. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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  Donating items you don’t need may be someone else’s treasure. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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  Our team created an itinerary of spring-cleaning tips. Here is a 5-day list to help you with your home transformation. <\/p>\n

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  Day 1 <\/strong><\/p>\n

  Low-energy task: Steam clean the microwave. <\/p>\n

  Medium-energy task: Deep-clean your bathroom. <\/p>\n

  High-energy task: Wash your windows. <\/p>\n

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  Day 2<\/strong> <\/p>\n

  Low-energy task: Clean your doormats. <\/p>\n

  Medium-energy task: Scrub your trash cans. <\/p>\n

  High-energy task: Organize your fridge. <\/p>\n

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  Day 3 <\/strong><\/p>\n

  Low-energy task: Clean your drains. <\/p>\n

  Medium-energy task: Wipe down the walls. <\/p>\n

  High-energy task: Organize your wardrobe. <\/p>\n

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  Day 4 <\/strong><\/p>\n

  Low-energy task: Wash reusable bags. <\/p>\n

  Medium-energy task: Toss expired cosmetics and hygienic products. <\/p>\n

  High-energy task: Vacuum soft furniture. <\/p>\n

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  Day 5 <\/strong><\/p>\n

  Low-energy task: Dust your ceiling fixtures. <\/p>\n

  Medium-energy task: Clean your pots and oven. <\/p>\n

  High-energy task: Deep-clean carpets. <\/p>\n

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  We couldn't leave you without some pro tips on how to make your space shine with less effort. <\/p>\n

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  Kitchen Cleaning: <\/strong><\/p>\n

  Tip 1 – Boil water with five tablespoons of vinegar in your kettle to clean it from the inside.  <\/p>\n

  Tip 2 – Use baking soda and vinegar to clean the bottoms of your pots. <\/p>\n

  Tip 3 – Microwave water with lemon juice to clean it + a fresh apartment smell. <\/p>\n

  Tip 4 – Use cleaning supplies for wood\/granite to make them look new. The multi-surface cleaning sprays are okay, but there is a difference in using special ones.  <\/p>\n

  Tip 5 – Always wait until your dishes are dry before putting them in the cabinet. It helps to avoid mold.  <\/p>\n

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  General cleaning tips: <\/strong><\/p>\n

  Tip 1 – Place glue-on air fresheners on the bottom of your trash cans to avoid bad smells.  <\/p>\n

  Tip 2 – Place your dryer sheets between your clothing to keep them fresh. <\/p>\n

  Tip 3 – Run your washer empty and add vinegar to deep-clean the machine. <\/p>\n

  Tip 4 – Use shoe deodorant and protectors each time you wear them to keep them clean and fresh. <\/p>\n

  Tip 5 – Use lemon water as your natural room spray.  <\/p>\n

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  You can learn helpful home organization tips from Marie Kondo – a Japanese organizing consultant. Her methods are famous around the world. Find her on Instagram: @mariekondo. <\/p>\n

  Check this video to learn more: <\/p>\n