It's Time to Make a Switch! - Spring cleaning tips offered by The Maids

Online, March 27, 2010 (Newswire.com) - Columbus, OH - Spring is bursting all around and that means it is time for spring cleaning! Whether you love it or hate it, spring is the perfect time to get last year's dirt out of your home. If you are about to dig into that sometimes dreaded house cleaning chore, start by making a switch. The cleaning experts at THE MAIDS Home Services (www.themaidscolumbus.com), a leading residential cleaning service, have provided the following list of items that could use a switch:

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The Mattress. Turn it over, and then switch the top of the mattress to the bottom of the bed. This reduces concave areas and should be repeated every six months. Do not forget to vacuum mattresses using the upholstery attachment on your vacuum cleaner.
Your Ceiling Fan. Turn the switch on your ceiling fan so the blades are moving counter clockwise and are pushing the air downward. Dust the top and sides of the fan blades with a microfiber cloth.

Your Storm Windows. Take out your storm windows and replace with the screens. To wash windows inside and out, use a drop of liquid dish soap per two gallons of water and a good squeegee. You will get the best results if you wash windows on a cloudy, not sunny day, because sunlight dries the glass quickly, causing it to streak.

The Baking Soda. It's time to take out the old baking soda from your refrigerator and replace it with a new box. To clean the inside of the fridge, use cleaning solution of 1/4 cup baking soda to 1 quart of warm water. Don't forget to wipe clean the rubber gasket around the edge of the door.

Your Wardrobe. Exchange winter clothes for summer ones. Call your local charity and donate any clean, unwanted clothing.
Your Child's Toys. If your child's toy box is overflowing, take out several toys that won't be noticed and store them in the attic or another out-of-the-way spot. In the fall or after a birthday, take out the box and switch those toys with others in the toy box.

Your Spices. Replace spices that have not been used in over a year. Spices tend to lose their potency over time. Take a moment to wipe clean the interior of the cabinets with warm water and a mild detergent. Consider vacuuming cupboards and drawers before cleaning if you find a lot of crumbs or food particles.
Your Air Filter. Change your furnace filter so it is ready for next winter.

Spring is a good time to not only sweep, brush and wipe out your cleaning chores, but it's also a good time to make a switch. For more information about THE MAIDS Home Services, visit their web site at: www.themaidscolumbus.com.