On March 19th, the season of spring finally arrives, bringing new life into our natural environment. Preparing your own apartment space here at the Lodges at Lake Salish for spring growth starts with a little tidying up. Here are some easy tips and tricks to get your home looking sparkling for the season with spring cleaning!
Kid-Friendly Cleaning
If you have little ones, odds are, the thought of cleaning voluntarily sends them running for the hills! There are a few different ways to make sure they get on board with spring cleaning without getting bored themselves. You can make a game out of tidying up by timing a cleaning session with a song. Play a kid-friendly tune in the background and challenge your kids to tidy up as much as they can before the song ends! Or, you can set up a chore chart with a reward system. Every time they complete an age-appropriate chore, add a tally to the chart. Once they reach your set goal, reward them with a small gift or day trip!
Green Cleaning Hacks
One of the common misconceptions around cleaning is thinking you need heavy-duty chemicals to get rid of grime. However, natural approaches can be just as, if not more, effective at getting the job done. Vinegar is one of the best green cleaning wonders, and you probably already have a gallon of it at home. Here’s a helpful list of just some of the ways you can use vinegar to spruce up your apartment. From zapping away stuck-on grease in the microwave to cleaning your dishwasher, vinegar gets the job done without harming the environment!
DIY Cleaning Tips
Another way to get your spring cleaning done in a green fashion is by making your own cleaning products! Not only will this save you money on store-bought cleaning products, but getting crafty can be a ton of fun. Check out this all-purpose spray cleaner you can easily add to your future DIY cleaning product collection! All you need is an upcycled spray bottle and five low-cost ingredients to get those surfaces citrusy fresh.
Tidying up your space will help clear your apartment and mind from any unnecessary mess. Use these cleaning tips to make your spring cleaning session a breeze!
