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6 things pro cleaners always deep clean in the new year—and 6 they skip

Key Points The kitchen is a great place to deep clean at the start of a new year.Focus on frequently touched surfaces and ...
Woman & Home on MSN

5 things you need to clean before the new year, according to home and cleaning experts

"There’s no obligation to deep clean before the New Year; it’s a time for relaxing and celebrating. However, if you’re welcoming guests, maintaining cleanliness in high-use areas paired with ...
WTTW

How a Traditional Japanese Cleaning Ritual Helps a Restaurateur and Her Staff Reflect and Reset for the New Year

The Japanese tradition of ōsōji, undertaken at the new year, is like spring cleaning on steroids, allowing for reflection and ...
Woman & Home on MSN

10 ways to reset your home before the New Year, restoring calm after the Christmas chaos

"Gather bags, boxes and wrapping into one spot," home organiser Rebecca Crayford recommends. "Keep what you can reuse (as ...
inforum

A checklist for spring cleaning

With the arrival of warmer weather comes the chore of spring cleaning. Spring cleaning is a way to transition from cold weather to warm weather with a clean, refreshed home. While spring cleaning can ...