Do some foundational cleaning work. While your 10 daily tasks will help you maintain a clean and uncluttered home this summer, you may need to tackle some one-time tasks to get clutter under control in the first place. For example, you might start with something fun like sprucing up your outdoor space. Sweep your patio or deck and thoroughly clean your barbecue. Dispose of broken planters, garden tools and hoses. Refresh pots with colorful flowers. Replace faded or torn outdoor pillows.If you have school-age children, encourage them to clean out and put away their backpacks. Recycle old schoolwork, saving just a few special projects. Consider photographing the rest and then tossing it. Get rid of broken crayons, dried-out pens and other unusable school supplies. Don’t forget sports bags and equipment. Wash uniforms and clean off cleats and equipment. Fill your child’s bag with clean uniforms and equipment for the next season.
Finally, consider prepping a beach or pool bag filled with sunscreen, towels, goggles, hats, water bottles and toys. Keep the bag in a handy place so you can quickly be on your way to enjoy the sun and water.
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Finally, consider prepping a beach or pool bag filled with sunscreen, towels, goggles, hats, water bottles and toys. Keep the bag in a handy place so you can quickly be on your way to enjoy the sun and water.
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