Day Four of the 10-Day Spring Cleaning Challenge – The Entry

I felt like I was cheating on the challenge for today because the entry to our home is pretty non-existent. We live in a condo building and our front door and mat don’t get much dirt on them. I suppose I could have taken my microfiber cloth wrapped butter knife and cleaned in between the slats of all the air ducts, but… nope. I shopped online for a cheery spring front door mat instead. Priorities. I has them.

1’11″x3′ Medallion Mat, Purple

Why We Love This – Make a sophisticated style statement in the entryway. This doormat features subtle floral medallions and a regal purple hue.

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One minute: Shake out your welcome mat
Ideally, you should have one on the inside and one on the outside of your door for a two-step way to track dirt before it gets in. Tidy up any shoes or bags nearby.

Five minutes: Clean the door ( + shake out your welcome mat)
Supplies you’ll need: All-purpose cleaner, microfiber cloth, dryer sheet
The front door is the first thing we see but the last thing we remember to clean. Spray your cloth with all-purpose cleaner and scrub the door from top to bottom. Use a dryer sheet to polish the door handle.

Ten minutes: Dust your vents ( + shake out your welcome mat + clean the door)
Supplies you’ll need: Microfiber cloth, rubber band, butter knife
Put a microfiber cloth on a butter knife, secure it with a rubber band, and use it to clean in between the slats of your air duct. You’ll see less dust in your home and eliminate a fire hazard.

So how did you do today?

xo Jennifer