As the weather gets warmer and the days grow longer, a spring clean is a great way to get you and your bedroom set up and ready for the new season. According to a study from the US, most people spend more time sleeping during the winter, meaning more time in our bedrooms, leaving more to tidy up when springtime comes around. With this in mind, many of us could benefit from a bedroom reset and thorough spring cleaning.

The Real Meaning of a Spring Clean

If you’re questioning what is a spring clean, well, there’s a pretty interesting historical answer. Spring cleaning has been around since biblical times, and began as part of the Jewish celebration of Passover, but at that stage, it was mostly centred around the kitchen. In Greek Orthodox traditions, “Clean Monday” is celebrated just before Lent, which usually falls at the beginning of spring in the northern hemisphere. Clean Monday is historically a day for spiritual cleansing, and a good clean up can be good for the soul too! The seasons may not line up in Australia, but that doesn’t mean we get an escape card from spring cleaning.

When it comes to why spring cleans are necessary, deep cleaning your bedroom might be more beneficial than you think. There are many proven benefits of having a clean bedroom, including increased productivity and better physical and mental health. Along with seasonal deep cleans, regular room maintenance helps to remove allergens and improve air quality for a healthier space to enjoy all year round. 

How to Spring Clean Your Bedroom

Prep the space

Deep cleaning is about more than just sorting through clothes and clutter, but for most people, this is needed to get into the real cleaning. So, start by sifting through any belongings that aren’t in a wardrobe, drawer, or cupboard and tidy them up. Since you’ll be going through your things anyway, this can be a good time for a clearout, too, so decide what you want to keep, sell, donate, or throw away.

Prep your bedroom for deep cleaning by unmaking it as much as possible. Take your sheets off the bed and remove picture frames and decor so you have a blank canvas to work with.

If you have curtains, now’s the time to take them down and shake them out - you might be surprised to see just how much irritating allergy-inducing dust they hold! Curtains should be washed every 3-6 months, but suffice to say that many of us are guilty of crossing this line by a lot. Take this as your reminder to clean your curtains while you’re at it! Different fabrics have varying care needs, so check the labels and if you’re unsure, opt for dry cleaning to prevent any potential damage during a DIY clean.

Dust everything

Sometimes, getting started on a task is the hardest part, so start easy by dusting down walls and surfaces. Pay special attention to corners and hard-to-reach areas, and work your way from the ceiling to baseboards. When you start dusting, wiping, and cleaning, work in a top-to-bottom manner to ensure that any dirt and debris will be swept towards the floor. You should also move left-to-right around your room to make it easier to keep track of what you’ve already cleaned.

Wall wipedown

If you have washable wall paint, use a flathead mop and microfibre cloth to give these a proper wipe, along with the baseboards. If you’re unsure what type of paint is on your walls, or you have wallpaper, take a more gentle approach with warm water and soap.

Bedding refresh

Always follow the care instructions on your bedding when deciding the best course of action for spring cleaning them. Most pillows can be washed on a cool, gentle cycle to keep them fresh, and wash your quilt as well to get rid of dead skin cells, body oils, and dirt.

Keeping your sheets clean throughout the year will also help to protect your bedding from build up. Caring for your sheets should be done more frequently than the rest of your bedding, and how often you should wash your sheets can depend on a number of personal factors.

Move your mattress

For the mattress, the upholstery attachment of your vacuum can be used to suction out dirt, dust, or old skin cells that invite mites. If you have the time, leave your mattress to air out before replacing the sheets, as this gives any moisture present from spot cleaning a chance to dry out and evaporate properly.

While you’re at it, you can flip or rotate your mattress to help extend its lifespan. Not all mattresses are made to be flipped but most can be rotated, so take a look at yours to see which is more appropriate. By moving the mattress positioning you’ll be changing which part of it takes the heaviest load while you sleep, evening out the wear on the springs and cushioning over time, stopping one side from getting worn out.

Floors

Much like curtains, rugs and carpets can hold a lot of dust even if they look pretty clean, so a thorough vacuum is an essential part of any spring cleaning checklist. When you’ve finished vacuuming, you should spot-treat marks and stains. If needed, sprinkle baking soda over your carpet or rug to neutralise odours, let it sit for a few minutes, and then vacuum it up. If you have wooden floors, sweep, vacuum, and mop to get them shining. Don’t forget to clean under your bed and bedroom furniture!

Quality Designed to Last

Take the chore out of spring cleaning by staying consistent with tidying your bedroom throughout the year. When it comes to keeping your sleeping space clean and comfortable, having high-quality bedding is an easy remedy!

At Tontine, our innovative bedding products are made to last. By caring for them according to their labels, you can expect to enjoy their comfort for years, and spring cleaning is a big part of this!