Spring Cleaning

Spring is finally here! That means we only have one more month left of the semester. Checkout our list of spring cleaning tips to get your apartment in shape. These cleaning tips will save you loads of time and energy for move out day! 

 

A photoshopped Bevo in an apartment kitchen holding a scrub brush. A Mop and cleaning supplies are also featured.

 

Kitchen 

  • Fridge: Take some time to look in your fridge. Toss any expired food. Wipe the fridge shelves and drawers to ensure there are no stains. Keeping your fridge clean will save you lots of time when moving out. 
    • Pro Tip: add an open box of baking soda to absorb and funky smells. 
  • Sink/Counter: Make sure you are consistently cleaning your counter surfaces and scrubbing your kitchen sink. You don’t want to allow any tough stains to build up.
    • Pro Tip: Your garbage disposal may need some extra attention as well. Pour in a half a cup of baking soda with some vinegar. Let sit for 10 min and then run your garbage disposal with the hot water on. 

Living Room 

  • Top Down: This goes for everyroom but start by cleaning and dusting from the ceiling and work your way down. Sweep and mop last. 
  • Couch: Don’t forget to look underneath your couch and couch cushions. These are spots most people miss. Be sure to clean out all of the crumbs from your couch before moving out. 

Bathroom

  • Shower: Give your shower a scrub to eliminate grime. Deep cleaning your bathroom is an absolute must before moving out. Keeping your bathroom clean will save you a hard time when moving out. 
    • Pro Tip: White vinegar is once again your friend. Spay down your show and let it sit to help remove grime and hard water stains. 
  • Toilet: When cleaning the inside of the bowl. Let your cleaner sit for a while before you scrub. Use that time to clean and wipe down the rest of the toilet. You can even clean the tank of your toilet with, you guessed it, white vinegar. 

Bedroom/Misc. 

  • Ceiling Fans: Don’t forget to wipe down your ceiling fans to get rid of dust as well. You can avoid getting dust everywhere by cleaning your fans with a pillowcase!
  • Blinds: Now for some overlooked areas to clean. Give your window blinds a cleaning to get rid of any dust build up. Blinds can be wiped with a microfiber cloth
  • Pro Tip: Move your furniture now so you can clean up any unexpected messes ahead of move out day. Future you will thank you! 

 

Helpful Materials

Some helpful cleaning supplies include any all-purpose cleaner, baking soda, white vinegar, cleaning brushes/sponges, microfiber towels, etc. 

Be careful not to mix chemicals! Check out the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safer Choice program to learn more about products that are better for humans, your health and the environment.