The phrase “spring cleaning” suggests that we work terribly hard cleaning our homes, once a year!  That sure doesn’t sound like fun to me!  I suggest you become a bit more clever and create a cleaning schedule.

Read on to learn more…

Did you know a clever house cleaner will keep the house clean annually (without the dreaded “spring cleaning”).

Best way to approach cleaning is to create a schedule, and stick with it. Many hands make light work, so assign chores to everyone in the house who is able bodied!

Every Day: Make the beds, wash one load of laundry, do the dishes, take out the trash and pick up items lying around before heading to bed at night.

Once a Week: Vacuum all carpets, shake out area rugs, dust, mop, scrub tubs and sinks, change bed linens.

Once a Month: Vacuum upholstery, clean windows, dust behind and beneath furniture, dust your baseboards.

Twice a Year: Clean out closets, reassess storage areas, clean gutters, spray down patios and outdoor areas.

Sprinttime is a great opportunity to de-clutter and re-design your home.  I have clients who love to hire me to re-design the home with existing furniture and accessories to give a new look.  I am here to help you in any way I can, to make your house a home!

As an interior designer, I will be your trusted advisor in your design project.  Please call me at (661) 430-0127

Tami Smight Interiors, a full-service interior design firm, has been gracing southern California homes with warm, accessible designs since 2004.

As a certified professional interior designer, Tami Smight shares expert design tips, tricks and trends in her column. Check out her articles in our SCV “Your Home Inside And Out”section.