Your Simple Spring Cleaning Checklist (Free Printable!) -

Spring is in the air! The winter months are behind us, and the warmer weather is calling for a fresh start. That means it’s the perfect time to refresh your home with a deep clean.

And since I love a good free printable and checklists, I’ve got you covered with a handy printable spring cleaning checklist that will break everything down into manageable individual tasks.

Don’t like the tasks on the checklist? No worries – you’ll get a blank page to create your own cleaning schedule as well.

So, if you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the idea of tackling your entire house, you can stop stressing. This is going to be your guide to practically refreshing your home.

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Spring Cleaning vs. Everyday Cleaning

You might be wondering—what’s the difference between spring cleaning and regular daily or weekly cleaning? While everyday cleaning keeps your home tidy (I use Zone Cleaning to keep my home clean on the regular), spring cleaning goes much deeper. Here’s how they compare:

Everyday cleaning includes tasks like wiping countertops, washing dishes, making beds. These are the things you do regularly to keep your house presentable.

Spring cleaning is focused on hitting areas of the house that don’t make it on your regular to-do lists. Think of things like light fixtures, under furniture, etc. It is also the perfect time to declutter and reorganize storage units.

Spring Cleaning Made Simple

Like I mentioned before, we’re going to keep things simple. We’re going to break cleaning tasks down by room, with and select the top 5 tasks for each space.

We’re not going to make a huge, unrealistic list of things to do. Plans like these seem like a good idea, but they usually end up making us like failures because we can’t get to it all. Five tasks allows you to freshen up a space without the overwhelm.

What to Clean for Each Room

Here are some ideas for what you may want to tackle in each space. These are just ideas to help you get started. You can adjust to your own needs.

Living Room

Dust and clean all surfaces, including coffee tables, shelves, light fixtures.
Move furniture & cushions and clean underneath it.
Wash blankets, pillow covers, curtains.
Vacuum and/or shampoo carpets and rugs.
Wipe baseboards and trim.
Clean windows.
Declutter storage spaces.

Dining Room

Clean light fixtures and dust any decorative items.
Wash any linens.
Sweep and mop the floors.
Wipe trim & baseboards.
Clean windows

Kitchen

Clean out pantry, cabinets, and drawers.
Wipe down cabinet fronts and shelves.
Wash windows.
Run a cleaning cycle on the dishwasher.
Clean all appliances, inside and out.
Clean behind appliances.
Wipe trim work & baseboards.
Wash rugs & curtains.

Laundry Room

Wipe down the inside and outside of the washing machine and dryer.
Sweep and mop behind washer and dryer.
Organize laundry supplies.
Sweep and mop the floors.
Wipe baseboards, trim work and doors.

Bathrooms

Scrub the toilet, sink, and bathtub/shower.
Clean grout & fixtures.
Wash bath mats and shower curtains.
Clean mirrors and windows.
Organize storage cabinets and toiletries.

Bedrooms

Wash all bedding, including sheets, blankets, and pillows.
Rotate and clean mattress.
Declutter closets and dressers.
Wipe down furniture and dust decorations.
Vacuum carpets or mop floors.
Declutter toys.

Office Space

Clean out & shred old paperwork.
File paperwork you need to keep.
Clean out drawers & cabinets.
Dust shelves and furniture.
Clean windows, dust blinds.
Declutter old office supplies, books, electronics.

Entryways and Hallways

Sweep and mop floors.
Organize shoes and coats.
Wipe down walls, doors and baseboards.
Wash rugs.

Outdoor Spaces

Sweep porches and patios.
Clean out storage units on porch/patio.
Clean patio furniture.
Shake out welcome mats.
Wash exterior windows and/or pressure wash the house.

Spring Cleaning Checklist

This handy printable checklist will help you stay on track as you freshen up your entire home.

Click here to get both versions of the printable spring-cleaning checklist!

With the right plan and a little motivation, you’ll have a sparkling clean home in no time. So, grab your checklist, turn on some music, and enjoy the good work of making your home shine!

Spring Cleaning FAQ’s & Tips

How to Get Motivated to Clean

I’m not usually one to talk about cleaning motivation. That’s because consistent, daily cleaning has been a matter of discipline in my life, not motivation. My motivation goes up and down on a daily basis, which means it cannot always be the thing leading me to take action.

However, in a case like this, where you need to get started on a big project, I think it can be fun and helpful to motivate yourself. So here are some motivational tips:

Put on some music. A fun playlist makes everything better.
Set a timer. Give yourself a set amount of time to get a task done. Knowing that it isn’t going to take your entire day will likely help you get started.
Start with the easiest task. Sometimes, the first thing you do is just to get moving.
Recruit family members. Everyone in the household can pitch in. If you have older children,
Make a plan. A free printable spring cleaning checklist will keep you on track and let you know exactly what to do next!

Make a Cleaning Caddy

If you don’t have one yet, you need to create a cleaning caddy! This makes cleaning in general so much more convenient. All you need is:

A plastic container with a handle on it. I love this one pictured because it has small compartments.
Simplified cleaning supplies. I don’t keep every type of cleaning product in my caddy. Just the things that I use over and over. An all-purpose cleaner, glass cleaner, and bathroom cleaner usually covers most of my needs.
Microfiber rags for wiping and drying, a scrub brush, microfiber handheld duster, and cleaning gloves.

When to Start Spring Cleaning

There’s no official start date for spring cleaning, but the best time to begin is when the weather starts warming up. As soon as you can open the windows and let in some fresh air, it’s a great time to get started.

For many people, the good time to clean is in March or April. This gives you a head start before the busy summer months begin. But really, you can start whenever it feels right for you!

How Long Should Spring Cleaning Take

There is no one size fits all to how long you should spend Spring cleaning. You may be able to get through your cleaning tasks in a weekend, or it may take a couple of weeks. It all depends on your schedule, size and current order of your home.

My advice would be to pick 1-3 spaces a day and just keep moving forward little bits at a time.

That’s it, friends! I hope this spring cleaning guide and checklist are a help to you.

More Free Home Organizational Printables

Use these free printables to help you organize your home & all the tasks that come with it!

Meal Planning Master List – Keep a handy list of your families’ favorite meals to make meal planning a breeze!
Monthly Budget Spreadsheet – This printable budget sheet can be used over and over again to help you get your finances in order.
Household Planner – This weekly style planner allows for you to plan each day and track daily habits or tasks you want to accomplish. This is a versatile planning page that can be used in a variety of ways.

Your Simple Spring Cleaning Checklist (Free Printable!)