Cleaning Routines to Shake Off the Winter Slump This April

It’s easy to feel stuck after winter. Short days, heavy layers, and cluttered corners have a way of slowing things down—indoors and out. But now that April’s here, there’s a shift. Mornings are lighter, windows open a little wider, and that first stretch of sun starts to change the mood. One of the quickest ways to match that energy is through the space around you. A home that feels lighter, fresher, and less weighed down makes it easier to get moving—and stay that way.

1. Tuck away winter candles and sprays.
Swap them out for something fresher,
citrus, mint, or lavender. The change in
smell helps signal a shift in season.
Visual Reset Time
Before bed, take five minutes to tidy the
spaces you’ll see first thing in the morning.
Waking up to a clear surface or hallway
makes it easier to start the day without
dragging yesterday’s clutter along.
Switch Over a Scent
The 3-Item Rule
Each evening, choose three things to
put away, clean, or throw out. Just
three. If that sparks more, great. If not,
you’ve still made progress.
Energising
Cleaning Rituals to
Kickstart the Day
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Start With the Windows
Clear a Surface, Any
Surface
Play Something Upbeat
While You Clean
Make the Bed, Properly
Open the first thing, even if it’s just for
ten minutes. It clears out stale air and
wakes up the space. Wipe down the
sills while you’re at it—dust loves to
collect there, especially after winter.
Pick one counter, table, or shelf and clear it
entirely. Put away what belongs elsewhere.
Wipe it clean. Leave it empty for a while. A
single clean spot has a way of making the
whole room feel lighter.
Music helps reframe tasks. A favourite
playlist or background podcast makes
even a five-minute tidy-up feel like
part of something more enjoyable.
Straighten the pillows, shake out the
duvet, and smooth the sheets. It sounds
simple, but it’s one of the quickest ways
to make a room feel cared for.