Spring is here, and with it comes spring cleaning, dreaded by some and anticipated by others. Personal preference abounds in terms of what tasks are considered most important or most frustrating, but this year, we wanted to suggest a few jobs that you may not have considered. These jobs are things that may go overlooked or need to be done less frequently, which means spring cleaning is the perfect time to dedicate a little less effort to getting them out of the way!
Clean Toilet Tank
The toilet tank does not need to be cleaned often, and many people don’t realize you’re meant to clean it at all. It’s not a particularly urgent chore, but it does prevent small amounts of dirt, dust, and debris from building up in the tank, and helps to keep your whole bathroom smelling nice. The more you know! You can clean your toilet tanks fairly easily, much the same way you clean a toilet, with a toilet brush and some general bathroom cleaning fluid. Just give it a quick scrub, and rest assured that there won’t be debris building up in your tank!
Dust Baseboards, Vents, and Above Doorways
Dust can build up very quickly in these less-used spaces, and while there isn’t a ton of surface area to them, it can still lead to sneezing if you have allergies or a general increase in the amount of dust you breathe in if you never go over them. Take the time to dust spots you usually don’t think about, like the low-down tops of your baseboards, the top of doorways, and your vents, including air conditioning and heating vents! The latter can be especially important, as you don’t want dust circulating whenever you use an air vent. Doing this ever so often can help with allergens and make your living area more comfortable.
Wipe Out Produce Drawers
The produce drawers in the fridge are largely protected of the elements, but when they house fresh produce, it can result in liquid or residue being left behind long after the fruits and vegetables are gone. Every so often, it can be helpful to wipe these drawers down with a cleaning wipe, just to make sure they’re clear of any debris or leftover material!
Happy spring to our residents, and we wish you the best of luck, no matter how you choose to do your spring cleaning -- or even if you don’t plan to do it at all!
