Spring Cleaning Tips for the Bedroom Chicago Heights IL

There are only 6 days until the first day of spring, and you know what that means: it's time to break out the dust rags and mop for the annual deep-clean. We understand how overwhelming it can feel to face all the dust and clutter that's accumulated over the cooped-up winter months. That's why we've broken down a complete spring cleaning routine into more manageable daily tasks--one for each day leading up to the first day of spring. Follow our chore-a-day series for a stress-free way to a cleaner abode. By March 20, all you'll have left to do is enjoy the look and feel of your sparkling home.

The average person spends about a third of their time in bed. While most of us wash our sheets regularly, the mattress, ruffle and frame also need tending to. Now's the time to give your sleep sanctuary a refresh. Here are our best tips for spring cleaning the bed.

1) Strip the bed and let it air out for a few hours.

2) Vacuum the mattress and box springs with a handheld vacuum or the upholstery attachment on a regular vacuum. Use upholstery shampoo to remove any surface stains. If you don't have a mattress protector, buy one now to prevent any future stains.

3) Flip your mattress. Unless your mattress is a "no flip" design (check with the manufacturer) you should flip it over and switch the top to the bottom every six months to help it wear evenly.

4 Clean the pillows. If your pillows are made from polyester, machine wash and tumble dry on low. For p...

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