One thing we never have 100% control over is a buyer’s first impression of a home. However with a little bit of work, we do have a pretty good ability to showcase what is great about a home. Simple things like removing clutter and storing away extra stuff can go a long way. Whether you are planning on putting your home on the market for sale or just planning your annual Spring cleaning, below are some tips which may help make the project more manageable.
Wipe Walls and Ceilings: Use vacuum to remove dust. For stubborn surface grime (especially in the kitchen) use a solvent free degreaser. When dusting always remember to work from the top of the room down and avoid using dusting sprays.
Floors: Vacuum and shampoo rugs with a rotary shampoo machine remember rugs without backings such as antique rugs may need to be dry clean. Non wood floors such as Vinyl and linoleum which have lost their shine should be waxed with a polish designed for these surfaces.
Upholstered Furnishing and Book shelves: Take cushions outside and gently beat them to remove dust. Use the vacuums upholstery tool to clean under seat cushions. Take everything off bookshelves and dust shelves and books with a feather duster; use a vacuum to reach into tight spaces. Wax wooden furniture by wiping surfaces with a soft cloth dampened with water and mild dish detergent. Apply paste wax such as Butchers wax with a cotton rag folded into a square pad, let dry and buff with clean cloth.
Windows and Window Hardware: Using warm water and a mild dishwashing liquid scrub each screen with a brush and rinse thoroughly. For window hardware liquid polishes work well for medium tarnished surfaces, paste and creams are for heavier areas. Using newspapers instead of clothes will give your windows a cleaner look. Many draperies and curtains are machine washable; check labels. Wipe wooden blinds with a damp cloth; warm water mixed with a mild dishwashing liquid is safe for metal and vinyl blinds.
Bedrooms: Turn over mattress and replace cool weather bedding with warm weather bedding. Most pillows can be machine washed; this rids them of mold, bacteria and odors
Outdoor spaces: Clean porch ceilings and walls; sweep up cob webs and debris. Scrub decks, Patios driveways and walkways. Wash outdoor furnishings with mild dishwashing liquid, water and a soft bristled brush. Inspect light fixtures; wash covering and inspect for damaged wires and connections
Ensure fire safety: Change batteries in smoke detectors and make sure that units are all dust free.
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