Shampoo rugs or carpets with a steam cleaner.We like the Swiffer Sweeper, which takes care of the dry and wet mopping-no mop bucket required.Then run a wet mop across the hard floors. Walls actually absorb and trap all sorts of smells.Wash the windows, window sills and ledges.Swiffer Dusters are good for reaching all those hard-to-reach areas, plus the dust pads actually trap and lock dust particles instead of spreading them around.

Shampoo any rugs or carpets, especially if you’ve got pets.Trash expired prescriptions, old receipts, dead batteries, etc.Clean out and organize bedside table drawers.Be sure to read and follow the care and cleaning instructions on the labels.

Take shoes out of the closet, and sweep and vacuum closet floor.

Donate clothes that no longer fit to a thrift store or friend.

Put laundry away when it’s done (that’s the hard part).

Vacuum curtains with upholstery attachment.

Check the label, but you can usually wash your curtains in the washing machine.

Vacuum your curtains and/or wash the blinds.

Sanitize trash and recycling receptacles.

Clean Clean Freak Mist works great to eliminate fingerprints and grease from stainless steel.

Run an empty cycle with Cascade Dishwasher Cleaner to eliminate limescale, grease or odors.

Ice cubes in the garbage disposal help knock bits of clinging-on food from the blades.

Toss a few fresh lemon peels down the drain to freshen its smell.

Clean both the inside and outside of cabinets, doors and shelves.

Throw out expired food and freezer items that are over six months old.

The inside and outside, plus the door and handle.

Before you run your oven’s self-cleaning mode, wipe or scrape out any caked-on burnt stuff in there, or you risk starting a fire.

Clean Magic Eraser to get rid of grease and burnt-on food.

Remove and soak stove grates in a bath of gentle dish soap, like Dawn, and water.

Make sure to read the care instructions on the respective labels.

Organize the medicine cabinet, shelves, drawers and closets.

Don’t forget the window sills and ledges.

Clean mirrors using store-bought cleaner or DIY glass cleaner solution.

Clean faucets, handles, hardware and drains.

We like Microban 24 Bathroom Cleaner, which initially kills 99.9% of germs, including cold and flu viruses*.

Disinfect and sanitize door knobs, light switches, hard surfaces and high-touch areas.

Plus, the disposable pads are just great.

We love the Swiffer Sweeper Floor Mop, which can be used for both dry and wet mopping.

Sweep, dry mop and/or vacuum the floors.

Be sure to get all ceiling fans and vents.

Plus, you can toss the dust pad when you’re done.

We recommend Swiffer Dusters, which trap and lock in dust and hair particles.

Clear your schedule, you’re about to embark on a hero’s quest for cleanliness. Harness the power and determination to extinguish dust bunnies and soap scum, banish bacteria and grease, descale and unclog! You can’t possibly fail with this ridiculously long, comprehensive list of all the things you ought to clean in your house. There will be many challenges on your deep clean journey, but stay strong.

Household spring cleaning checklist