Prepare Your Home for a New Season
As the days grow shorter and we begin spending more time indoors, autumn is the perfect time to give your home a thorough refresh.
Open the windows, put on your favourite playlist, and tackle one room at a time. A good autumn clean is not only about tidying up, but also about creating a sense of calm, order, and a fresh start for the season ahead.
Products you'll need:
☐ Humdakin Organic Kitchen Towel
☐ Humdakin Anti smell Hand Soap
☐ Humdakin Wool & Cashmere Detergent
☐ Humdakin Cleaning & Scrubbing Paste
☐ Humdakin Wooden Hand Brush or Cleaning Sponge
☐ Duster
☐ Vacuum
Kitchen
Kitchen Cabinets & Drawers
For this task, we recommend using our Universal Cleaner diluted in our empty Humdakin Spray Bottle. Simply add 5 ml. of Humdakin universal cleaner to the spray bottle and fill it with lukewarm water. Then you're ready to clean your entire kitchen. Spray the surface and wipe it dry with a clean cloth.
We recommend using all eight sides of the cloth and changing cloths several times during a deep clean.
☐ Empty cabinets and drawers one area at a time.
☐ Remove crumbs and dust. A vacuum cleaner can be a great helping hand. Wipe shelves and drawers with universal cleaner.
☐ Check expiry dates and remove anything you no longer use.
☐ Organise cabinets and drawers so everyday essentials are easy to find.
☐ Wipe cabinet fronts, handles, and knobs.
Autumn is also the perfect time to make room for the items you use more often during the colder months.
Refrigerator & Freezer
☐ Remove all food items and clean shelves, drawers, and interior surfaces with universal Cleaner. Once again, we recommend using your Humdakin Spray Bottle diluted with water.
☐ Remove loose shelves and drawers and wash them separately.
☐ Check expiry dates and declutter both the refrigerator and freezer.
☐ Defrost the freezer if needed.
☐ Don't forget the doors, handles, and the top of the refrigerator.
Oven & Microwave
☐ Remove racks and baking trays and soak them in your sink with a pump of our Humdakin Dish Soap, which is highly effective at dissolving grease.
☐ Give the inside of the oven a thorough clean. Our Cleaning & Scrubbing Paste is ideal for this task. Remember to rinse thoroughly with clean water afterwards.
☐ Finish by cleaning the oven door with Glass Cleaner.
☐ Don't forget the microwave, both inside and out, including underneath the turntable. Any removable parts can be placed in the dishwasher.
Range Hood
☐ Remove the filter and soak it in warm water with dish soap.
☐ Clean the range hood both inside and out.
☐ Remember to clean buttons, handles, and the surrounding area.
Kitchen Sink
☐ Clean the sink and the surrounding area.
☐ Use Anti-calc Spray where the surface allows. Leave it to work for approximately 5 minutes.
☐ Clean thoroughly around the tap and drain.
☐ Finish shiny surfaces with Glass Cleaner and a dry tea towel.
Dishwasher
☐ Remove and clean the filter.
☐ Wash removable parts using dish soap.
☐ Clean edges, rubber seals, and the detergent compartment with a clean cloth and universal cleaner.
☐ If needed, run an empty hot cycle and replenish dishwasher salt and rinse aid.
Final Kitchen Touches
☐ Wipe down walls and splashbacks where cooking grease tends to accumulate. For this, use your Humdakin Spray Bottle diluted with Humdakin universal cleaner.
☐ Clean light fixtures and the tops of cabinets.
☐ Wipe down skirting boards.
☐ Wash reusable shopping bags.
☐ Clean the inside of waste and recycling bins.
☐ Treat your countertop according to the material and its specific care requirements.
Bathroom
Autumn is the perfect time to give your bathroom a little extra attention.
Shower & Bath
☐ Use Anti-calc Spray around taps, shower screens, and tiles where calc has built up. Wet the area you want to descale, spray on the Anti-calc Spray, scrub thoroughly, leave it to work for approximately 5 minutes, rinse with clean water, and dry with a clean cloth.
☐ Allow the product to work before gently cleaning the surface.
☐ Rinse thoroughly after use.
☐ Clean the remaining surfaces with Universal Cleaner.
☐ Finish mirrors and glass surfaces with Glass Cleaner.
Always make sure the surface is suitable for limescale remover before use.
Shower Head
☐ Remove visible calc deposits.
☐ Clean around fittings and joints.
☐ Rinse thoroughly after treatment.
Toilet
☐ Clean the toilet thoroughly with Toilet Cleaner.
☐ Remember the exterior, flush button, and the area around the toilet.
☐ Clean the toilet brush and holder and replace them if needed.
Textiles
☐ Wash bathroom mats.
☐ Wash or refresh the shower curtain according to the care instructions.
☐ Wash towels and review any textiles that need replacing.
☐ Clean laundry baskets.
Final Touches in the Bathroom
☐ Clean mirrors and light fixtures.
☐ Remove dust from shelves and ventilation grilles.
☐ Clean the inside of cabinets and drawers.
☐ Sort out and discard empty or expired products.
☐ Wipe down handles and switches.
☐ Clean the inside of the waste bin.
Living Room
As autumn arrives, the living room once again becomes one of the most-used spaces in the home. Give it a thorough seasonal refresh before the darker months set in.
Sofa
☐ Remove all cushions.
☐ Vacuum between and underneath the cushions.
☐ Vacuum the entire sofa thoroughly.
☐ Wash removable covers according to the care instructions.
☐ Remove any stains. Our Humdakin Dish Soap works particularly well for this. Wet the stain, apply a small amount of dish soap, gently work it into the fabric, and use a clean damp cloth to remove any remaining soap residue.
☐ Air out cushions outdoors on a dry day, if the weather allows.
Rugs
☐ Vacuum rugs thoroughly on both sides. For a fresher feel, use Humdakin Textile Spray to effectively eliminate unwanted odours.
☐ Beat smaller rugs outdoors.
☐ Remove any stains.
☐ Wash rugs if the care instructions allow.
Curtains & Blinds
☐ Wash curtains according to the care instructions.
☐ Hang them back up while still slightly damp for a smoother finish.
☐ Remove dust from blinds.
☐ Wipe washable blinds with a damp cloth.
Interior Details
☐ Dust shelves and bookcases.
☐ Clean picture frames and decorative objects.
☐ Dust lamps and lampshades.
☐ Clean skirting boards.
☐ Wipe down door handles and light switches.
☐ Clean remote controls, phones, keyboards, and other everyday touchpoints.
Windows
☐ Clean window frames and sills.
☐ Remove dust and dirt from corners.
☐ Polish windows using Glass Cleaner.
☐ Don't forget glass doors and mirrors.
Radiators
Before turning up the heat for the season:
☐ Remove dust from on top of and behind radiators.
☐ Vacuum underneath them.
☐ Wipe accessible surfaces with a damp cloth.
Removing the dust that has accumulated throughout the summer is well worth the effort before the radiators begin heating your home again.
Bedroom
Bed & Mattress
☐ Remove all bedding.
☐ Wash sheets, pillowcases, and duvet covers at 60°C / 140°F.
☐ Wash the mattress cover according to the care instructions.
☐ Vacuum the mattress using the vacuum cleaner's upholstery attachment.
☐ Vacuum thoroughly underneath the bed.
☐ Air out duvets and pillows outdoors on a dry day.
Wardrobe
A new season is the perfect opportunity to go through your wardrobe.
☐ Bring out your autumn and winter clothing.
☐ Store summer clothes away clean and completely dry.
☐ Wipe down shelves and drawers.
☐ Vacuum the bottom of the wardrobe.
☐ Sort out clothes you no longer wear.
Wool & Knitwear
☐ Wash wool, cashmere, and knitwear before making them part of your wardrobe again.
☐ Use Humdakin Wool & Cashmere Detergent.
☐ Hand wash or use your washing machine's wool/delicate cycle according to the garment's care instructions.
☐ Lay knitwear flat to dry.
Final Bedroom Touches
☐ Dust lamps, shelves, and picture frames.
☐ Don't forget the tops of wardrobes and cabinets.
☐ Wash or clean curtains and blinds.
☐ Clean mirrors.
☐ Wipe down handles and light switches.
☐ Clean skirting boards.
A refreshed bedroom creates the perfect setting for restful nights and cosy autumn mornings.
Children's Room
☐ Go through toys and sort out broken items and anything no longer being used.
☐ Clean washable toys according to the care instructions.
☐ Wash soft toys and other fabric toys where possible.
☐ Wipe down toy boxes, shelves, and storage solutions.
☐ Vacuum under furniture.
☐ Wash bedding, pillows, and blankets.
☐ Clean handles, switches, and other frequently touched surfaces.
Utility Room & Laundry Room
Washing Machine
☐ Clean the detergent drawer.
☐ Wipe down the rubber seal and the area around the door.
☐ Remove detergent residue and dirt.
☐ Clean the filter according to the manufacturer's instructions.
☐ Run a maintenance cycle if needed.
Tumble Dryer
☐ Empty and thoroughly clean the lint filter.
☐ Vacuum around the filter if necessary.
☐ Remove dust from accessible ventilation areas.
☐ Wipe down the inside of the door.
The Final Autumn Reset
Before you're completely finished:
☐ Vacuum the entire home.
☐ Wash the floors.
☐ Wipe down skirting boards.
☐ Clean door handles and light switches.
☐ Dust lamps and light fixtures.
☐ Polish mirrors.
☐ Wash throws, blankets, and cushion covers.
☐ Air out every room thoroughly.
☐ Store away summer textiles.
☐ Bring out your favourite throws and autumn essentials.
☐ Open the windows, make the bed, put everything back in its place, and enjoy the feeling of a home that is ready for a new season.
A clean home is not about cleaning more. It's about creating good routines that make it easier to keep your home clean every day.
