Tackle your Spring cleaning in 5 steps

Most people dread Spring cleaning. True, for some it is a daunting task to take on. But, the benefits of living in a well arranged and organized home are priceless. No more frustration over not having enough room or not being able to find what you need, when you need it. A bit of time and effort now will certainly pay off for the rest of the year.

Here are 5 simple steps to motivate and help you concur your Spring cleaning projects.

1. Pick your battles - Choose a room, area or storage space you feel confident to start and finish cleaning out. You may decide this is the year you tackle a big project like the basement (cave), garage or attic. Or, if your time and motivation doesn't allow, try a smaller space like a closet or the bathroom cupboard. Every little bit helps move one step closer to organized and stress free living.
2. Sort it out - Using 3 boxes and a garbage bag as tools, look at each individual item and decide whether you will keep it, store it, give it away or sell it, or throw it away. Items you want to keep should be arranged by what you use on a daily basis. Items in your storage box should be sorted by what they are (clothes, souvenirs, etc.) and the box labeled accordingly.
3. Cleaning and repairing - Once your space is empty you can give it a good cleaning or repair any damage. You may decide to repaint or install more shelves or make other improvements.
4. Take action - Pay close attention to what you put back into your space. Items you use regularly should take precedence over items you use occasionally. Your storage box or boxes should be taken to your storage immediately so you are not tempted to let those things creep back into your space and items you want to give away or sell should be taken care of quickly for the same reasons. The trash bag is the easiest to deal with - simply dump it and be happy to be free of "stuff" you don't need or use.
5. Beautify - Coordinating your storage space to your style will help integrate that space as part of your overall interior and keep you better organized. Accessories such as hangers, storage boxes, baskets and shelves can be personalized for every style and everyone in the family. Think color, motif and practicality when choosing your organizational accessories.
   

I hope these 5 tips will help motivate and make your Spring cleaning projects easier. Happy cleaning!!