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Spring cleaning shouldn't just be about cleaning the same items over again, but also getting to those hard-to-reach spots we've been avoiding all winter.

Spring cleaning shouldn't just be about cleaning the same items over again, but also getting to those hard-to-reach spots we've been avoiding all winter.

Bronwyn Ragavan, brand manager for AMKA home care brands, knows that spring cleaning is about unseen places rather than places that are cared for year-round. She explains that houses get a lot dustier in the winter due to dry air, so certain areas of the house should be at the top of your spring cleaning list.

"A good place to start is to ask yourself when was the last time you cleaned. When was the last time I cleaned the remote control, the door handles behind the refrigerator? It is known that dust settles in these places and germs multiply," says Ragavan.

Ragavan suggests making the following 10 cleaning tasks a priority when it comes to getting rid of winter dust build-up and making your home a hygienic home:

• As the weather warms up, it's time to unpack your summer clothes and get your winter clothes ready. It uses an innovative, powerful and efficient powder detergent that respects the environment. Personal Touch powdered laundry detergent sheets are a convenient, easy and recyclable option in a 90g box. Equivalent to a 2kg bag of washing powder, these washcloths are easy to use and deliver every wash.
• Clean your windows once the windy season is over. Dust can accumulate on the windows, making the house dark and dirty. Enjoy the beauty of spring through clean, dust-free windows.
• Wash out your trash cans to get rid of any germs that have built up over the winter. Take your trash cans outside and give them a thorough clean. Wash and scrub your trash cans with warm water mixed with Chemico Liqui Cleen with 3X Extreme Clean and Actibeads. Allow them to dry in the sun before bringing them indoors.
• Turn your furniture over and not only sweep/vacuum the floor underneath, but underneath it too. Dust collects under your furniture in winter. Don't forget to dust off your outdoor space too. If you have vinyl tile, Marley tile, or melamine on your floor, why not buff it with Jewel Floor Polish, ready for guests once the weather warms up?
• Dust collects not only on the floor, but also above it. Be sure to dust the tops of door frames, between blinds, and over curtain rods. A house full of dust makes allergic reactions and hay fever worse.
• In the winter, items tend to accumulate and clutter rooms. Take it piece by piece and clean at the same time as you clean. This way you can finish a piece completely without having to go back. Also, clutter can make a house look untidy even if it's clean.
• Your toilet should be the only place you clean all the time, but when it comes to spring cleaning, your throne gets a thorough clean. Chemico's toilet bowl cleaning formula contains 3x extreme cleaning with anti-limescale and kills 99.9% of all germs.
• If you're looking to improve your environmental footprint by conserving water, limiting your discharge is known to make a world of difference. Organico is an alternative odor rinsing solution that households can always use instead of soft water. Available in 100g sachets or 2.5kg buckets, its formula breaks down human waste, preventing the spread of disease and leaving a fresh scent on the toilet.
• While you are in the bathroom, your shower also needs a good cleaning. And if you have a shower curtain, you need to regularly inspect it for mold growth in the folds. Throw it in the washing machine for a deep clean. In addition, always keep the shower curtain open so that it dries completely.
• Although your dishes will be washed throughout the winter, your dish soap can be used for other cleaning tasks. Use Viva dishwashing liquid to remove grease stains on your clothes. Rub in some of the liquid, then rinse with water for an instant treatment. Or use your dish soap to give your jewelry a spring clean: mix some liquid with water and use the bubbles to clean your jewelry with a soft brush; An old toothbrush works well.

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