Spring Cleaning Strategies and Non-Toxic Product Tips for a Truly Clean, Healthy Home

We may be a month into “official” spring but in some areas of the country, the weather is just starting to turn the corner and we’re finally shaking off a stubborn state of hibernation. After hunkering down through the darkest months of the year, the birds are singing, the clouds are breaking, the sun is shining … and there’s suddenly a visible layer of dust on certain surfaces around the house that can no longer be ignored.

Time for Spring Cleaning!

Re-set and re-order the chaos that tends to creep in over the winter and give your home a clean slate for the lighter, brighter months ahead.

Tips For a Truly Clean Spring Cleaning 

1. Set aside the proper amount of time: 

Avoid overwhelm and short-sightedness. For instance, while a full spring cleaning weekend might sound efficient, it could leave you feeling like you’ve bitten off more than you can chew. On the other hand, you don’t want to set aside too short an amount of time to get anything accomplished. We suggest scheduling a couple hours each day over a set number of days for spring cleaning. Scheduling blocks in your calendar is a great way to set aside this time, so no other activities are allowed to distract you from your goal and you have a clear end time for each task.

2. Gather supplies: 

Ahead of your set spring cleaning time, take inventory of your household cleaning supplies and buy what you need. Having all your cleaning necessities on hand will help you stay focused and efficient when your spring cleaning time blocks come up instead of searching underneath kitchen and bathroom sinks and through storage cupboards. See below for helpful product recommendations.

3. Clean top to bottom: 

Starting at the top – ceiling fans and vents, light fixtures, walls, and high corners – and working your way down helps avoid already-cleaned spaces becoming dirty again, as dust and debris naturally fall downward.

4. Clean room to room:

Dividing your spring cleaning tasks by area or room can help you stay focused and give you a sense of accomplishment as you finish each one. We suggest starting with high-impact areas like the kitchen, bathrooms, and entryway, and then moving to living room, dining area, and bedrooms.

The Right Products for Each Task

For ultimate spring cleaning efficiency, place your cleaning supplies in a basket or tote that you can easily take with you as you tackle each task on your list.

• • All-purpose surface cleaner works perfectly for most areas of your home.
  • Obviously, glass cleaner should be used on glass surfaces like windows and oven, toaster oven, and microwave doors.
  • Save scrubbing cleanser for tough spots like soap scum in sinks, showers, and tubs, and stains in your toilet bowl.
  • Master blaster stain remover and deodorizer can help refresh upholstered furniture, deodorize sink drains, clean washing machines, and more.
  • Wash bedding, towels, and washcloths with non-toxic laundry detergent in hot water to break down oils, dirt, and sweat, as well as eliminate harmful microbes that may be lurking. Be sure to pre-treat any stains with master blaster before washing.

Best Bets Beyond the Task

In addition to choosing the right product for each task, it’s crucial that you select non-toxic products that won’t cause you and your family members any harm while you reset and reorganize your home.

Many manufacturers include harmful chemicals in the household cleaning products they produce. These ingredients may help them to cut costs or increase shelf-life but do so at the risk of your health and safety.

Stay safe by becoming aware of the top ingredients to avoid, especially endocrine disrupting chemicals. The endocrine system regulates ALL biological processes in the body, including development of the brain and nervous system, growth and function of the reproductive system, metabolism and blood sugar levels, ovaries, testes, pituitary, thyroid, and adrenal glands. Disrupting your endocrine system can lead to devastating long-term outcomes.

Why Shop Pure Haven for Your Non-Toxic Products

Choosing non‑toxic products is a small change that can make a big difference and Pure Haven strives to make the safest, most effective products with only non toxic ingredients, no compromises.

We formulate our products using sustainable and natural ingredients. We’re committed to providing a full line of home products — plus skin care, hair care, bath and body, wellness, and more! — that are safe for you and your family and truly work better than their toxic counterparts.

Pure Haven proves you don’t need harsh chemicals to get your home truly clean.

Ready to spring clean the Pure Haven way? You’ll find everything you need at our one-stop non-tox shop.