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How to Reset your Home for Fall

This post was sponsored by Art of Green® and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

With baby girl coming next month, we are starting our fall cleaning early! I’m sure you’ve heard of yearly spring cleaning - but did you know that fall cleaning is important, too? Fall cleaning consists of seasonal tasks that you aren’t already doing on a weekly or monthly basis. I’ve been in full nesting mode the last few weeks, and love having the opportunity to reset my home for fall before our baby gets here! Keep reading for some great tips on how to streamline your fall cleaning.

SAFE CLEANING PRODUCTS

The first thing you need before resetting your home for fall is safe cleaning products! It’s important for me to find products that are safe for my family, and include no harsh or toxic chemicals. We love using Art of Green cleaning products, they are 98% naturally derived and are safe for use around kids and pets. Art of green is tough on dirt, grease and grime while being safe on sensitive skin. The Multisurface Cleaning Spray can be used in every room for a fresh clean, and I love using the Multisurface Cleaning Wipes for indoor and outdoor cleanups. Both deliver uncompromising cleaning performance with everyday affordability, and you can pick them up a Target, Sprouts Market, and H-E-B! Plus, you can find the store closest to you using the Art of Green product locator. 

INDOOR FALL CLEANING

When it comes to cleaning our home, I take the inside and Ben takes over the outside! My indoor fall cleaning includes wiping down the pantry, fridge, and cabinets with Art of Green’s Multisurface Cleaning Spray. I also make sure to wipe off the garbage cans, light switches, and door knobs using Art of Green’s Cleaning Wipes. Here is my indoor checklist for fall:

  • Pantry: Organize and wipe down shelves, toss expired items 

  • Fridge/Freezer: Organize and wipe down shelves, toss expired items 

  • Inside of dishwasher

  • Wipe down inside and tops of cabinets

  • Oven and stove top

  • Washing Machine

  • Garbage cans

  • Microwave

  • Wash all rugs, blankets, curtains

  • Wipe down baseboards, ceiling fans, light fixtures, 

  • Vacuum underneath furniture and shampoo rugs

  • Check fire extinguishers and batteries in smoke detectors

OUTDOOR FALL CLEANUP

  • Gutters and downspouts

  • Wipe doors

  • Wash windows

  • Powerwash deck, patio, house

  • Cover/put away outdoor furniture

  • Clear flower beds

  • Store hoses

  • BBQ Grill: clean, cover, and store 

What is on your checklist for fall cleaning? Let me know in the comments below!