New Year’s Cleaning Checklist – Time for a Purging Party!

The new year is the perfect time to refresh your space, clear the clutter, and create a clean slate for the months ahead. Whether cleaning up after Christmas or tackling that long-overdue decluttering project, a good Purging Party is exactly what you need to start the year off right! Follow our New Year’s Cleaning Checklist for a step-by-step guide to reclaiming your home.

New Year's Cleaning Checklist

1.    Walk Around with a Box or Basket
Start simple. Grab a laundry basket or cardboard box and walk through your home. Toss in anything that feels out of place, no longer serves a purpose, or has been sitting unused. This could be holiday decorations ready for storage, old magazines, or random clutter taking up space.

2.    Declutter High-Traffic Areas
Focus on entryways, kitchens, and living rooms – spaces where clutter accumulates quickly. Go through drawers, countertops, and shelves, putting away what you want to keep and discarding what you don’t.

3.    Take Down Holiday Decorations
The end of the holiday season means it’s time to carefully pack away ornaments, lights, and decorations. Use labeled storage containers to make decorating easier next year.

4.    Refresh and Disinfect Surfaces
After clearing away clutter, clean and disinfect surfaces with eco-friendly products like PÜR Evergreen All-Purpose Cleaner. Focus on areas like countertops, tables, and doorknobs to remove any lingering germs from holiday gatherings.

5.    Tidy Up the Kitchen
Purge expired food from the fridge and pantry, wipe down shelves, and run a cleaning cycle on your dishwasher. Swap out old sponges for eco-friendly Swedish Dishcloths and freshen your sink with a natural bamboo dish brush.

6.    Laundry and Linens
Start the new year with clean linens. Wash holiday tablecloths, napkins, and any neglected bedding. Use PÜR Evergreen Laundry Detergent Sheets for a natural and effective clean.

7.    Donate What You Don’t Need
Set aside gently used items like clothing, toys, or home goods for donation. This not only clears space but also gives back to the community.

8.    Deep Clean Forgotten Areas
Don’t forget baseboards, vents, and light fixtures. These often-overlooked areas can collect dust and grime. A quick clean will make your home feel refreshed and ready for the year ahead.

A clean and decluttered home is the perfect foundation for a fresh start. Make your Purging Party fun by playing music or enlisting help from family or friends. And remember, every little bit of decluttering and cleaning adds up to a big difference!