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YOUR ULTRA SPRING-CLEANING CHECKLIST T here are few rites of spring more satisfying than the annual deep clean. For many people, however, the pleasure comes only after the work is fi nished. Cleaning your home from top to bottom may never become eff ortless, but you can make the project more manageable-and even enjoyable. Th is printable checklist off ers an overview of everything you need to know-including information on cleans- ers, stain removal, fabric care, and storage-to zip through the process. Related: How to Organize Every Room in Your Home Restock Your Cleaning Supplies Before you can get to work, you need to make sure you’re stocked with your must-have cleaning supplies. On the natural front, baking soda, white vinegar, and Castile soap are essentials you can use to make natural cleansers for nearly any spot in the house. A microfi ber mop, like Libman’s Wonder Mop, makes easy work of cleaning vinyl, wood, linoleum, laminate, marble, stone, and ceramic tile—we like that the After you read through the tips and techniques, tailor the list to your home and yard. Whether you Wonder Mop’s head is machine-washable, making prefer to proceed from the attic to the basement or it an eco-friendly alternative to most conventional alternatives. Plant-based sponges and a reusable spray start outdoors and wind your way inside, create a bottle also make most cleaning jobs easier. You’ll also realistic schedule and focus on one task at a time, keeping in mind that a single weekend won’t suffi ce. want to stock up on your favorite mild dishwashing You’ll need several days for more involved projects, detergent and all-purpose cleanser, or else make a such as shampooing carpets and organizing closets. batch of your favorite DIY solution. And be sure to enlist the help of family members. Wipe Walls and Ceilings Use a vacuum to remove dust. Tackle stubborn Th e tips below outline basic techniques that will surface grime, especially prevalent in kitchens, with a help you clean almost every surface (or object) in any room, leaving your home refreshed from top to solvent-free degreaser (test it fi rst in an inconspicu- ous area to ensure it won’t mar the surface). bottom. Central Oregon Homes & Business " PAGE 11