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Hello, Philadelphia! It’s Sarita Wynder from Saturday Morning Cleaning Company. Can you feel it? That wonderful late-spring energy is all around us as we head into Summer. The city is buzzing with energy, and it’s the perfect time to bring that same fresh, bright feeling into our homes.
If you didn’t get to a traditional “spring clean” back in March, don’t worry—you haven’t missed your chance. I believe a seasonal refresh is perfect for right now. It’s not about scrubbing your home from top to bottom for a week straight. It’s about smart, focused tasks that clear out the winter dust and set the stage for a beautiful summer. Here’s my guide to a manageable refresh that will leave your home feeling lighter and you with your weekend intact.
Focus on a Weekend Reset
Think of this as a mini-makeover for your home. We’ll focus on three key areas: decluttering, deep cleaning specific zones, and refreshing your space for the warmer days ahead.
The 30-Minute Declutter Dash: Before you can truly clean, you need to clear some space. Set a timer for 30 minutes and move through your main living area with a donation box and a trash bag. Be decisive. The goal isn’t to organize your life’s possessions, but to quickly remove the easy stuff: old magazines, forgotten mail, items you no longer use, and kids’ toys that have migrated from their proper homes. You’ll be stunned at the immediate impact.
The Deep Clean Zone-In: Instead of tackling the whole house, choose two high-impact zones for a deep clean. My top picks for this time of year are windows and floors.
Windows: Let that gorgeous summer light in! Wash the inside of your windows with a solution of equal parts white vinegar and water. Use one microfiber cloth to wash and a second, dry one to buff for a streak-free shine. Don’t forget to wipe down the sills and frames where dust and pollen have gathered.
Floors: After a long winter of tracked-in salt and dirt, your floors need love. For hard surfaces, give them a thorough vacuum and a proper mopping. For carpets and rugs, a sprinkle ofbaking soda left for 15 minutes before vacuuming will do wonders to deodorize and freshen them up.
The Summer Refresh: This is the fun part that signals a true seasonal shift.
Swap Your Textiles: Pack away any heavy winter textiles. Store those flannel sheets, woolly throws, and dark-colored decorative pillows. Replace them with lighter fabrics like cotton or linen in brighter colors. It’s an instant mood-lifter.
Let the Fresh Air In: Open up those newly cleaned windows! A good old-fashioned airing-out purges stale indoor air and fills your home with the scent of the season.
This focused approach allows you to achieve that clean, refreshed feeling without sacrificing your entire weekend. At Saturday Morning Cleaning Company, our goal is to help you enjoy a beautiful home and the peace it brings. So go ahead, give your space a late-spring refresh, and step into summer feeling light, bright, and ready for everything the season has to offer.
