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Spring Cleaning Ok, those participating, we have finished the normal spring cleaning. Source S. Getzkin. (March 21-23, 2014). Hoarders: Buried Alive . USA Weekend. Have you cleaned? Clean and store winter tools and sports gear. Bring out spring gear. Clean and store winter clothes in pest-proof bags and containers. Toss in a cedar bar if possible. Bring out spring and summer items. Donate any items not using, consignment, or have a yard sale. Wash winter sheets, blankets and comforters. Make certain that you have reviewed all food expiration labels. Donate any canned goods not using to a local food pantry. Throw away freezer food items that are more than six months old. Donate any magazines and books you've read to your local library, senior center, or hospital waiting area. Remove the address label of each item donated. Use a basket to hold traveling items in your vehicle trunk. Take an inventory of gardening supplies and plants that survived winter. Create a nurse...

The best vacuums are built to handle only hair, dust, and dirt. Anything else can damage the filter and clog the engine. More suction isn't always better. If suction is too strong, carpet gets pulled into the vacuum, creating a seal that dirt can't get past. Use your adjustable power settings whenever possible. Uprights tend to be better on carpets.  Canister vacuums are lightweight, and they're almost as powerful as uprights. If you vacuum regularly or daily, you do not need a powerful suction vacuum cleaner. Replace (or clean) any vacuum filter. Write the date of replacement in your household journal. Source: S. Getzkin (March 21-23, 2014). Tips for Spring Cleaning.  USA Weekend. Source: B. Driscoll (April 2014).  Esquire .