Spring cleaning: 12 tips for a thorough deep clean
From top to bottom, room by room: how to tackle the big clean efficiently. Includes checklist and timetable.
Giving the whole house a thorough once‑a‑year overhaul feels like a fresh start. With a plan, it goes faster than you think.
Preparation
- First tidy up, then clean. Go room by room to see what can be removed. Fewer items means less dust.
- Prepare your supplies: microfibre cloths, all‑purpose cleaner, descaler, glass cleaner, a squeegee, bucket and a good vacuum cleaner.
- Plan by room instead of by task. That way you see progress and don’t get stuck halfway.
The golden rules
- From top to bottom: start with ceilings, lights and the tops of cupboards, finish with the floor.
- From dry to wet: start with dusting and vacuuming, then wipe down and mop.
- Let products work: descaler and degreaser do the job if you let them sit for a few minutes.
Places you often forget
- Top of cupboards and doors
- Radiators and ventilation grilles
- Behind and beneath the washing machine and fridge
- Lampshades and ceiling lights
- Door handles, switches and remote controls
- Tracks of sliding doors and window frames
How much time does it take?
For an average family house, you and another person will quickly be busy for a full day. Not doing it yourself? Book a one‑off cleaning of 5 to 6 hours, or post your job and let multiple cleaners give a quote.
