When the days get lighter and you can finally open the windows without shivering, it’s usually a sign your home could do with a proper reset. Spring is the perfect time for a deep clean. It clears out winter build-up — dust, clutter, and all those jobs you kept putting off. It can also help reduce allergens before the season fully kicks in.
That’s where a solid spring clean checklist comes in. It gives you a clear starting point and keeps the job from feeling overwhelming. Whether you live in a flat, a terrace or a family home, this guide walks you through the key tasks indoors and out, so you can refresh your space in a way that feels practical and achievable.
What Is Spring Cleaning and Why It Matters
So, what is a spring clean?
It’s a deep, top-to-bottom clean of your whole home. Not just the usual weekly wipe-down. You tackle the spots you often skip — inside appliances, under furniture, on top of cupboards, behind radiators, and along skirting boards.
The idea is simple. Winter keeps us indoors. Windows stay shut. Clutter builds up. Dust settles. When the days get longer and brighter, it’s the perfect time to reset your space.
Spring cleaning has been around for centuries. Many cultures link it to renewal and the start of a new season. In practical terms, it gives you a fresh start at home. You clear out what you no longer need. You clean what’s been ignored. You make the space feel lighter and more comfortable to live in.
It also has real health benefits. A deeper clean can reduce dust, pet dander, and other indoor allergens. Washing bedding at higher temperatures, vacuuming thoroughly, and improving ventilation all help improve indoor air quality, especially if you or your family have allergies.
Spring Cleaning Supplies You’ll Need
Before diving into the spring clean checklist, take a few minutes to pull together your supplies. It means fewer stops mid-clean and a smoother, faster reset.
Core tools
- Microfibre cloths (keep a few so you can switch them out)
- A vacuum cleaner (a high-quality filter like HEPA helps if allergies are an issue)
- Mop and bucket, or a flat mop with washable pads
- A duster or extendable pole for ceilings and high shelves
- Scrubbing brush and an old toothbrush for tight corners
- Sponges or scourers (use separate ones for kitchen and bathroom)
- Bin bags and recycling sacks
- A cleaning caddy to carry everything with you
Cleaning products
- All-purpose cleaner for everyday surfaces
- Washing-up liquid for grease and general cleaning
- Limescale remover for taps, kettles and shower screens
- Cream cleaner for sinks, baths and tougher marks
- Glass cleaner (or mild soapy water) for windows and mirrors
- Disinfectant for high-touch areas like handles and switches
Safety basics
- Wear rubber gloves
- Open windows for ventilation
- Never mix cleaning products, especially anything containing bleach
- Use a mask if dust tends to trigger allergies
Optional extras like storage boxes for decluttering or a steam cleaner can help, but they’re not essential.
Room-by-Room Spring Cleaning Checklist
Once your supplies are ready, start cleaning in a clear order. Focus on one room at a time rather than jumping between spaces. It keeps the job manageable and helps you avoid missing corners or doubling back later.
Below, you’ll find a practical spring clean checklist for each indoor space in your home.
Kitchen
- Open the kitchen windows and wipe them with a microfibre cloth and glass cleaner. Remove and wash any window coverings or curtains.
- Empty and wipe cupboards and drawers thoroughly. Wash or clean their contents before returning them.
- Wash and disinfect chopping boards. Sharpen also your kitchen knives.
- Clean and organise your food pantry. Check the expiration dates and remove expired items.
- Empty, defrost, and clean the fridge and freezer. Remove any spoiled or expired food.
- Clean appliances such as the oven, microwave, and toaster.
- Descale the kettle and clean any other kitchen appliances you have.
- Clean and disinfect the stove top, countertops, and sinks.
- Sweep or vacuum kitchen floors and mop them.
- Clean and disinfect bins thoroughly to eliminate lingering odours and bacteria.
Bathroom
- Open the bathroom windows, if any.
- Wash shower curtains, bath mats, and towels. You can also opt to replace them.
- Empty and clean bathroom cabinets or storage containers.
- Organise cosmetics and toiletries. Dispose of any expired or unused products.
- Descale taps, showerheads, and tiles to remove limescale.
- Clean mirrors, glass screens, and chrome fittings for a streak-free finish.
- Scrub grout lines and reseal where necessary to prevent mould growth.
- Disinfect toilet, sink, and bathtub thoroughly.
- Vacuum and mop the floor.
Bedroom
- Open the bedroom windows and wash them with a glass cleaner.
- Empty your wardrobe and drawers, and clean their bases. Organize your clothes and remove items you no longer need.
- Move your bed to one side. Sweep the floor and organise any items under the bed. Move the bed back to its original position.
- Wash bedding, pillows, curtains, and mattress protectors at 60°C (where fabric allows) to remove dust mites and allergens.
- Vacuum the mattress carefully and rotate it.
- Dust skirting boards and wash with a microfibre cloth and all-purpose cleaner or homemade cleaner.
- Dust shelves, bedside tables, and any other furniture.
- Clean lampshades and dust room ceiling lights if accessible.
- Wash mirrors, windows, window sills, and window frames.
- Vacuum the floors and mop them afterwards.
Living room
- Open the windows of your living room and wash them with a glass cleaner.
- Vacuum sofas, cushions, and carpets to remove trapped dust and crumbs. Spot clean if needed.
- Wash throws, cushion covers, and removable fabric covers.
- Wash the window screens and window sills. Include cleaning window ornaments.
- Dust shelves, decor, and any other furniture in the living room.
- Dust picture frames, light fittings, and lampshades.
- Carefully dust television and electronics such as extension cords using a dry microfibre cloth.
- Wipe door, door handles, walls, and baseboards. You can also use a commercial cleaner.
- Vacuum the floor and mop afterwards.
Dining room
- Open the windows and wipe them with a glass cleaner.
- Wash the window curtains.
- Wash the window screens and window sills.
- Clean and polish the dining table and chairs. Pay attention to the legs and joints.
- Wash tablecloths, placemats, and any removable fabric chair covers.
- Dust sideboards, cabinets, and decorative items.
- Vacuum and mop the floor.
Laundry or utility room
- Open the laundry room windows.
- Wash window screens and window sills.
- Empty and clean any cabinets and drawers. Dispose of items you no longer use or have expired.
- Clean the washing machine drum, seal, and detergent drawer to prevent odours.
- Empty and wipe the tumble dryer filter and ventilation areas.
- Organise detergents, cleaning products, and storage shelves.
- Sweep or vacuum the floor thoroughly.
Children’s room
- Sort toys and remove broken, unused, or outgrown items.
- Wash soft toys, bedding, and blankets according to care labels.
- Wipe books, shelves, desks, and storage units.
- Organise clothes by size and season to free up space.
- Sweep or vacuum the floor, then mop afterwards.
Feel like the floors are a never-ending job? One of the easiest time-saving spring cleaning home tips is to let a robot vacuum take that task off your plate. While you dust shelves, clear cupboards, or wipe skirting boards, it can quietly handle the floors in the background. Many models mop as well, which saves even more time.
For a full spring reset, the eufy Robot Vacuum E25 fits neatly into that routine. It’s a 2-in-1 vacuum and mop with up to 20,000 Pa suction power, so it can not only handle hard floors but also lift dirt from deep within carpets.
Its DuoSpiral™ detangling brushes help reduce hair wrap, which is especially useful in homes with pets or long hair. On hard floors, the HydroJet™ roller mop applies 1.5kg of downward pressure, spins, and self-cleans at 360 rotations per minute, helping to scrub away dried marks in kitchens and hallways.
It also uses CornerRover™ edge cleaning to reach along skirting boards. The all-in-one station takes care of auto-emptying, pad washing, and hot-air drying, so once it’s running, there’s very little for you to manage.
Outdoor Spring-Cleaning Checklist
After months of cold, damp weather, outdoor spaces often need just as much attention as the rooms inside. Leaves collect in corners. Patios turn slippery. Sheds become holding areas for things you meant to sort last autumn.
Follow this outdoor spring clean checklist to freshen up every space outside your home:
Garden, patio, and balcony
- Remove fallen leaves, branches, and winter debris from lawns and borders.
- Clean patio furniture and cushions before regular use begins.
- Sweep paths, decking, patios, and balconies to remove dirt and algae.
- Prune dead plants and tidy garden beds for healthy regrowth.
- Give the lawn its first cut of the season (wait until the grass is dry and actively growing).
If mowing is the task you put off every year, a robot mower can take it off your list. The eufy Robot Lawn Mower E15 is designed to keep things simple from the start. It runs completely wire-free, using pure vision FSD technology with high-precision cameras and intelligent AI algorithms. That means no boundary wires to bury and no RTK station to install.
It creates an automatic map in the app, so it knows the layout of your garden and moves with purpose rather than guesswork. Built-in obstacle avoidance helps it steer around everyday items like toys, fallen branches, or garden furniture.
The E15 also handles both mowing and edge trimming, which cuts down the need to follow up with a strimmer. It’s suitable for lawns up to 800 m² and lets you adjust the cutting height between 25 and 75 mm, making it a good fit for most UK gardens.
Shed, garage, and outdoor storage
- Organise the space by removing unused tools, broken items, and general clutter.
- Sweep floors and remove cobwebs, dust, and debris.
- Clean any shelves, tool storage, and work surfaces.
- Check for signs of damp, mould, or pests, which are common after winter.
- Organise tools and equipment so that frequently used items are easy to reach.
Bins, drains, and gutters
- Wash wheelie bins with disinfectant to remove odours and bacteria.
- Clear outdoor drains to prevent blockages during spring rainfall.
- Check and clean gutters to reduce the risk of water damage.
Driveway, paths, and fences
- Sweep driveways and paths to remove loose dirt and stones
- Pressure wash driveways and paving to remove moss and grime.
- Pull out weeds growing between slabs or along edges.
- Clean or repaint fences and gates where needed.
Join a Local Eco-Friendly Spring-Cleaning Event
Spring cleaning doesn’t have to stop at your front door. Once your home feels lighter and fresher, you can carry that same energy into your local area. Even a short litter pick on your street or in a nearby park can make a noticeable difference.
One well-known way to get involved is the Great British Spring Clean, organised by Keep Britain Tidy. It’s the UK’s largest mass-action environmental campaign. The idea is simple: pledge to pick up litter in your local streets, parks, or green spaces.
The aim is to reduce litter, improve the look and feel of neighbourhoods, and protect wildlife from harm. And the 2026 campaign runs from 13 to 29 March 2026.
You can join a local group, team up with neighbours, or organise your own clean-up. Many councils support the campaign by providing bags, lending equipment such as litter pickers and high-vis jackets, and arranging for collected waste to be removed.
It’s a small step, but it adds up — and it turns spring cleaning into something that benefits more than just your own home.
Conclusion
A well-planned spring clean is about progress, not pressure. By following a clear spring clean checklist, you can refresh every part of your home without feeling overwhelmed. Working room by room helps you stay organised and motivated. Including outdoor areas and community efforts makes the process even more rewarding. With the right approach, spring cleaning becomes a positive reset for both your home and your mindset.
FAQs
What does a spring clean include?
A spring clean includes deep cleaning, decluttering, and refreshing every part of your home. It covers tasks commonly skipped during regular cleaning, such as washing furnishings, wiping cupboards, cleaning appliances, and removing hidden dust. It also involves organising storage spaces and clearing unused items. Outdoor areas are included as well. The purpose is to remove winter buildup and create a healthier space that feels easier to maintain in the months ahead.
How to do a proper spring clean?
To do a proper spring clean, start with a clear plan and work through your home one room at a time. Gather your supplies first so you can clean without interruptions. Begin with high-use areas such as the kitchen and bathroom, then move to bedrooms and living areas. Clean also from top to bottom. Declutter as you go and focus on neglected spots. Spreading tasks over several days makes the process more manageable.
What should I donate after decluttering?
Donate items that are still clean, usable, and in good condition but no longer needed. This often includes clothes that no longer fit, duplicate kitchen items, unused small appliances, books, toys, and home decor. Many charity shops accept these items to support community programmes. Donating responsibly helps reduce waste while giving your unwanted items a second life. It also frees up valuable space, making your home easier to organise and maintain after spring cleaning.
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