Our simple cleaning hacks and tips guide, whether you have five minutes or five hours...

Spring is almost here, which means it's officially time to <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/dept/laundry-household/cleaning/1215135760665-1215662122279?utm_source=referal&utm_medium=article_spring-cleaning&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">cleanse your home</a>. As the days gradually become longer, lighter and (hopefully) sunnier, set a few hours aside to throw open your windows, grab the rubber gloves and get to work on a little home TLC.
From dusty curtains and rugs to stained worktops and even grimy makeup bags, here's how to tackle the grot whether you have mere minutes, hours or whole days at your disposal...

<h2>THE BATHROOM</h2>

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Make your bathroom smell fresh This one is as simple as adding a few drops of essential oil to the inside of your <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/standard-toilet-roll/asda-shades-so-soft-toilet-tissue-6-rolls/1000218932036?utm_source=referal&utm_medium=article_spring-cleaning&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">loo roll</a>. This will keep your bathroom smelling lovely.
Get rid of mould on tiles Baking soda, distilled white vinegar, salt and essential oils are all you need. Mix them up, spritz on to your tiles, wait 10 minutes and wipe off.
Clean your toilet If you'd rather not use <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/toilet-cleaners-rimblocks-gels/asda-toilet-liquid-gel-cleaner-cool-aqua/910002576411?utm_source=referal&utm_medium=article_spring-cleaning&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">toilet bleach</a>, you can clean the loo using that trusty combination of baking soda and vinegar (together they're effective at removing hard-water marks, and rust stains). Another weird trick? You can pour <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/drinks/coca-cola-classic/475184?utm_source=referal&utm_medium=article_spring-cleaning&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">Coca Cola</a> down the toilet – it's believed to work well at removing rust rings.
Deep clean the shower head Often neglected, the shower head should be a priority if you want a luxurious shower experience. Simply fill a sandwich bag with baking soda and vinegar and tie it around the showerhead using an elastic band, leaving overnight to soak. In the morning, gently scrub with an old toothbrush to remove scale and debris.
Clear out your medicine cupboard Although it's possible to catch a cold at any time of the year, spring is still a good time to reassess that medicine cabinet. Chuck away mostly-empty packaging to make room for your new batch of medication (<a href="https://groceries.asda.com/aisle/health-wellness/hayfever-allergy-relief/view-all-hayfever-allergy-relief/1215686353929-1215686354104-1215686354164?utm_source=referal&utm_medium=article_spring-cleaning&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">hayfever and allergy relief tablets</a>, anyone?). Obviously, get rid of anything that's expired.
Wash your shower curtains and bathroom mats Shower curtains can get pretty grotty and are susceptible to mould. Just chuck your shower curtain in the washing machine (along with the bathmat), then hang it back in the shower to dry. Minimal effort, maximum benefit.
Clean out your makeup bag Now is the perfect time to throw out anything in your makeup bag that’s expired, like that dried up mascara. You can find out what will carry you through the next season and what deserves the chop with <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/article/makeup-expiration" target="_blank">our guide to the shelf life of your beauty products</a>.&nbsp;

<h2>THE BEDROOM</h2>

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Wash and whiten your pillows and duvet in the washing machine, and air out your mattress They’re probably crying out for it by now and think of how much better you'll sleep when you're sinking into a truly clean bed.
Use the hanger trick in your wardrobe Terrible at hoarding all your old clothes, even though you haven't worn them for years? The hanger trick was made for you. Hang all your clothes so that the hangers are backwards in the wardrobe, then, when you use them, put the hangers on the rack the right way. Do this for about a month and pledge to <a href="https://takeback.george.com/" target="_blank">get rid</a> of tho se you don't wear. If you love it and don't want to lose it - wear it! Simple as.
Fold and stack clothes vertically in drawers Organise your clothes drawers by folding and stacking clothes vertically and not horizontally. This makes it really easy to see all your t-shirts in one go and will even minimise creasing.&nbsp;
Vacuum seal your non-seasonal clothes There's no point in cramming your heavy coats into the wardrobe during the middle of summer, nor having to dig through flimsy dresses in January.
Store sheet sets in pillowcases Finding matching bed sets can be annoying when you are missing one pillow cover. Stop this from happening by keeping your <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/home/bedding/duvet-covers/D26M04G04C02,default,sc.html?utm_source=referal&utm_medium=article_spring-cleaning&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">matching set</a> folded inside a single pillowcase.

<h2>THE KITCHEN</h2>

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Make your bin smell good as new There are many ways to clean your bin. Hosing the inside and wiping it down with an <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/shelf/laundry-household/cleaning/kitchen/multi-purpose-cleaners/1215135760665-1215662122279-1215684961171-1215684972049?utm_source=referal&utm_medium=article_spring-cleaning&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">anti-bacterial spray</a> or wipe is a good start – and a sprinkling of baking soda will help absorb any moisture. Lining the base with newspaper before fitting your bin liner is a good idea, too, and a few drops of tea tree oil will add a pleasantly clean fragrance.
Clean your oven This one's an overnight job. Sprinkle baking soda over the bottom of the oven, then spray or pour vinegar over it. Simply wipe clean in the morning and ta da – a beautiful clean oven ready to use.
Sanitize your sponges Whether it's laziness or habit, we often use one sponge for almost anything – which can be a disaster when it comes to hygiene. There is, however, a very easy way to remedy this. Microwave a wet sponge on a high setting for a minute or two and this will kill most of the bacteria lying latent in the sponge. Just remember not to keep your sponges for too long – you should be buying a new one every month or so.
Steam clean the microwave Microwaves naturally attract dirt from surprise explosions or spillages, and it can be difficult to get the kids to remember to wipe down the surface every time. But don't worry: you can clean your microwave the easy way by adding lemon juice or white vinegar to a bowl of water and heating it on full power for about five minutes. Then just wipe down and voilà! You’ll be left with a shiny clean microwave, no scrubbing required.
Get rid of watermarks from stainless steel Annoying water stains on your tap and sink? Halve a lemon and use it to scrub the steel. Bonus: it will also make your kitchen smell lovely.

<h2>AROUND THE HOUSE</h2>

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Remove carpet stains with an iron Completely remove stubborn stains within half an hour with this handy hack: After vacuuming the area, first dampen any spots or stains with a towel soaked in a solution made of one part vinegar and three parts water. Next place the moist towel over the stain and use the iron to heat the towel, lifting the stain into the towel. Magic.
Make your home smell amazing Struggling with bad smells? Start by opening all your windows to let in some fresh air. Check your fruit bowl for worst-for-wear fruit and take the bin out. Finally, take a leaf out of estate agents’ book and put a cup of vanilla extract in the oven and heat for an hour, to make your home smell like a bakery. Fresh potted herbs in the kitchen such as <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/herbs/asda-cool-refreshing-growing-garden-mint/21440?utm_source=referal&utm_medium=article_spring-cleaning&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">mint</a>, <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/herbs/asda-delightfully-fragrant-growing-rosemary/910001078729?utm_source=referal&utm_medium=article_spring-cleaning&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">rosemary</a> and <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/herbs/asda-wonderfully-aromatic-growing-basil/24936?utm_source=referal&utm_medium=article_spring-cleaning&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">basil</a> are also a great option.
Rearrange your furniture Sick of cleaning? Rearrange your furniture! Not only will it feel like a whole new room, but it’ll also help you clear away clutter and dirt as part of the process. Win win.
Wash Your Windows The trick to washing windows is to in fact do it on a cloudy day as sun dries them out too quickly, causing streaks. For a quick made-at-home window-washing solution, mix equal parts white vinegar and warm water and spritz away, making sure to rub it in quickly and fluidly.
Create a donations box By placing a box, bag or bin somewhere handy for unwanted items, you can easily drop in one thing per day that you don't wear or use anymore. You'll be surprised by how quick it will fill up over a couple of weeks and you can donate or sell the collection when the box is full.
Give your floors a good clean Over time we don’t notice how much grime gets walked through our homes. Cleanse your environment by investing in a quality floor scrubber or effective <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/shelf/laundry-household/cleaning/kitchen/carpet-floor-cleaners-mops/1215135760665-1215662122279-1215684961171-1215662832769?utm_source=referal&utm_medium=article_spring-cleaning&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">carpet cleaner</a> and you will notice an immediate difference in any room.&nbsp;

<h2>CLUTTER</h2>

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Clean your makeup brushes You'll need to do this when you won't be using your make up brushes so that they have about 24 hours to dry completely. Simply use a brush cleanser or a lightweight, scent-free <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/shelf/toiletries-beauty/hair-care-dye-styling/shampoo-conditioner/shampoo/1215135760648-1215431206069-1215431208618-1215431208672?utm_source=referal&utm_medium=article_spring-cleaning&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">shampoo</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Actually dust If you are going to do one thing, make it this. Rather than just clearing surfaces and straightening up ornaments, take the time to <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/aisle/laundry-household/cleaning/polishes-dusters/1215135760665-1215662122279-1215686355340?utm_source=referal&utm_medium=article_spring-cleaning&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">dust</a> everywhere. Chances are, if you don’t frequently dust off your bedside table or shelves, your whole house will look better one it's received a bit of TLC. Done and dusted, so to speak.
Clean toys in dishwasher and washing machine Give your child's favourite playthings a new lease of life by putting plastic in the dishwasher and fabric in the washing machine. Remember to check what the item is made of first, though – you don't want googly eyes falling off mid-cycle!
Create a space for clutter After sorting through your clutter, create a dedicated space to store newly acquired bits and bobs to ensure that your spring clean isn't spoiled by new clutter.

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Effortless Spring Cleaning Hacks & Tips

By Asda Good Living,18th March 2024

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