Let’s get in with the spring and let us in cleanliness and coziness

Start little by little

G. Bagdonienė is the author of the book « The Secrets of the Order Maniac ». She says she has discovered her home for her home for her home.

Realizing that taking care of the home, the needs of the family and finding time for themselves is a huge challenge and creative work, he set himself a goal of learning and practically implementing the most effective home management methods in the world.

Giedrė is now conducting seminars on the secrets of neat homes, helping women who are tired of constant and a spacious, neat, cozy and warm home environment for their experiences and knowledge.

When talking about spring management, G. Bagdonienė advises starting with easy cleansing and one of the most important and most underestimated houses – the corridor.

« This is a small but very important space, because first we are greeted by the last melting, » says the interviewer. « Set the timer, for example, for 45 minutes, and during this time the corridor is arranged. Time to hide, to lift or remove heavy and warm coats, winter jackets and shoes, gloves and scarves. In the corridor itself – it may be necessary to remove what is interfering with the passage, let only the items that are used in it remain in the hallway. ”

Help: G. Bagdonienė conducts seminars on the secrets of neat houses, helps women who are tired of constant management with their experiences and knowledge. / Photo by G. Bagdonienė’s personal archive

The more refreshing

After cleaning the hallway, you can take a living room – you want to replace the cushion covers, maybe it’s time to bring more colors and grab what makes space, such as many different items on surfaces.

Examine the plants: Wipe off the dust from them, if necessary – transplant, keep only what adorns the living room as it is a recreation and gathering space. Let only the things that delight, you are beautiful and are related to you and your family.

Also, Giedrė advises to take care of the cleanliness of the house: cleaning forgotten areas – under furniture, above cabinets, cleaning luminaires, door handles. New scents – citrus or floral aromas – can give the home more refreshing.

« Even small works – a wardrobe, reduced the number of items in the most important spaces of the home or the renovated balcony – can give me a satisfaction that I have done something, and it brings joy. When we clean, we manage our homes, it becomes more clear, more energy and good mood, » she says.

Focus on windows

One of the biggest problems that starve the eyes as the sun shining is the windows. Not only does the sun delight, but it also ruthlessly highlights the dust and water drop marks on the windows.

How to clean them to keep our hands immediately? How to do it faster and easier?

G. Bagdonienė reveals a few secrets of window cleaning. First of all, do not clean the windows on a sunny day, as the sun’s rays quickly dry the water, resulting in streaks. It is best to do this on a cloudy but dry day.

When we clean, manage our homes, thoughts become clearer, more energy and good mood become more clear.

Another tip is to start with frames and windowsills: first clean the frames and remove the dust to prevent it from turning into dirt when you start cleaning the glass. Use a special microfiber cloth or a rubber window cleaner to clean the window, do not use a regular paper towel as it leaves streaks.

« If you want an organic window detergent, mix 1 part vinegar with 3 parts water – it perfectly removes dirt and gives shine, » Giedrė advises. an effective way. ”

Unt, winter clothes!

Did you decide that it’s time to hide winter clothes and footwear somewhere deeper? Forward, just follow a few tips.

According to Giedrė, before hiding clothes until next season, wash or clean them – even if they look clean, stains or odors will even more absorb over time. Shoes must also be cleaned, impregnated and well dried – moisture can cause mold or unpleasant odor.

How do you keep them all so that you don’t have to turn your head in the fall where your favorite coat or warm boots disappear?

According to the expert, vacuum bags will help. They are perfect for storage of fluffy coats, jackets because they reduce their location and protect them from dust. Transparent plastic cases or boxes with labels help to easily see what is placed. If you use fabric bags, add a smell drink or bag with lavender.

The interlocutor advises to keep the shoes formed by inserting the newspaper or special inserts inside to prevent the shoes from losing shape.

Another tip: Make a map of winter items – write down where you put in to find everything in the fall.

Not only will you save these tips at the beginning of the fall season, but you will also keep things in good condition.

Will you really need it?

Spring, according to G. Bagdonienė, is not only a time of natural renewal, but also a great opportunity to free home and thoughts from unnecessary excess. A lot of things can press, take up energy, and even be a bad mood at home. However, saying goodbye to unused items is often difficult, especially if we are used to accumulating.

The order maniac advises you to go through the rooms, look around and admit which items you really have a little too much. Maybe it’s clothes, dishes, books, or maybe the various details that have home surfaces? Which category of things would you be the easiest and easiest for you to review?

Then set the timer like 30 minutes, get ready for boxes or garbage bags and start to gradually. Ask yourself: does this thing delight me? If not – maybe it just takes place?

« Do not attach the idea that it may be necessary – if it is unused for a year or two, it is likely that it is unnecessary, » says Giedre. « If someone may be useful for another person, why not give it or give it? »

Box rule

The interlocutor emphasizes that it is important to start with small steps – from one drawer or shelf a day.

Customize the box rule: Put doubt in the box and place it in the pantry. If you don’t get lost in 3-6 months, you may probably say goodbye to them.

Where to put unnecessary items? According to Giedrė, there are different options. If the item is in good condition, you can sell it through various platforms. You can also sacrifice – various charities are happy to accept clothes, footwear, and household accessories. Take a look at the options for recycling items to reduce waste.

« When we get rid of ballast, not only more space at home, but also clarity in your thoughts, breathing at home, and changing your emotional state – a feeling of lightness, joy and inner peace, » says order maniac.

To distribute the work

It is difficult and boring for one to deal with, and involving the family can be a big challenge.

« It is quite normal for children, especially adolescents, not to spend time on managing the house at all – their attention and priorities completely elsewhere. So to engage all family members in larger, maybe even general home management, may require creativity and discovering ways of motivating them, » says Giedrė.

She advises everyone to consult together and distribute work according to age and abilities. Children can gather toys, put clothes in place, wipe dust, water flowers. Teenagers – arrange their rooms, help wash, clean windows, sort unnecessary items. Adults have bigger jobs, such as cleaning windows, managing outdoor spaces, changing furniture.

An important family ritual

The interlocutor also advises to apply various motivational measures. For example, the timer – what faster? Set the time for 15 minutes and see what will put more things in place.

It is possible to reward the least retained champion of unnecessary items. An attractive point system when everyone gets points for the task and the most prize. Before and after the photos can motivate not only children but also adults, because seeing change is a lot of fun.

Create a good mood: turn on your favorite music, handle fun – it’s not a punishment, but a game, so don’t take it seriously and don’t control how others are handling. Agree that you will all work together after all – a movie evening, a portion of ice cream or a trip to nature can be a great motivation.

« Handling can be a small but important family ritual, » says Giedrė. « When the family sees that it is not a single punishment but a common process, things are easier.