1. Freshen Up The Essentials
Now is a great time to take a look at the items in your vacation home and decide whether they need to be replaced. We’re talking about old toilet brushes, bed linens, sponges, towels, rugs, shower curtain liners, etc. Nothing can make a space feel fresh and new like some fresh and new essentials!2. Wash Home Accessories
Depending on the material it’s made of, take some time to wash all of your knick backs and decor pieces. This obviously doesn’t apply to wooden or fabric items, or anything very delicate. However, if they are glass, china, plastic or metal, some water and a bit of soap can do wonders. Washing instead of dusting can help the items to stay cleaner longer, and they will have a special shine when you are done!3. Keep An Eye Open for Pests
You haven’t been around for a few months, and this is the perfect time for rodents and pests to take up residence. Signs to look for are dead bugs lying around, damage on the walls, cracks, and insect droppings. The same applies to rodents as well, if you are finding any droppings or nest materials, it’s time to call in the pest control specialists!4. Clean Surfaces
If it has a surface, it needs to be cleaned. This can be said of doorknobs, light switches, door frames, counters, cabinets, even the walls! Everything needs a good wipe-down, as all surfaces can be a breeding ground for bacteria. Grab your favorite surface disinfectant and get busy!5. Wipe Down Vents & Ceiling Fans
You know you’ve looked up there, and after a whole winter of nothing stirring the dust bunnies, those ceiling fans need a little extra attention. Just a simple wipe down of the blades should suffice, but if it’s really dirty, you may need to wipe down the fan unit as well - but be careful. You can also take some time to remove the air duct covers from the walls and floors and use a brush to clean the grates of your HVAC system. You may need to refer to a user’s manual to make sure you don’t need to do anything special other than powering down the unit before starting.6. Detail the Appliances
There’s nothing that is going to make you feel grimier than opening the oven and finding last year’s BBQ baked onto the bottom, or opening the fridge and smelling a strange sort of “stank” that you don’t recognize. Taking some time to clean out your appliances can be a fast way to show yourself some love and make a really great and clean place to vacation.7. Clean Up Outside
When we have one of those beautiful 70 degree days in February that we love so much, this is a great time to tackle the outside of your home. You can hose down the patio walkway, and maybe even the outside of your home. If anything needs a paint job, prepare for it now so that when the weather is right you have all of your supplies ready. You can also take a look at the landscaping and start removing any of the dead plants that are no longer needed.
Spring is Springing!
According to the groundhog, spring is coming early this year, so now is a great time to start getting ready for her! After you finish cleaning, it’s a great time to also finish up any renovation projects you’ve been putting off as well! Need to find a new couch for the living room or a new mattress for the guest bedroom? Slumberland at the Lake of the Ozarks is here to help you make your lake home comfy and cozy. We have an amazing selection of mattresses at the Lake of the Ozarks, as well as luxury furniture in Osage Beach, MO. So whether you need something for the bedroom, bathroom, living room, or kitchen, we have a combination of styles, colors, and textures to help create the perfect look for your home!
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