Here's How Often You Should Really Clean Under Large Furniture

Many of us put off cleaning under large pieces of furniture for as long as possible because of how intimidating it can be. Be honest, when was the last time you cleaned under your sectional or your bed for that matter? The problem is that there are hidden hazards to built-up dust in your home, and it might actually be harmful to your family's health. You see, that china hutch you adore could be collecting large amounts of allergens, pet hair, or even mold. This type of dirt and dust is a large contributor to poor air quality in your home, which has been shown to be a major contributor to allergies and asthma. And that's why it's important to do a deep clean at least every six months.

While many of us dust certain areas of our home frequently, we tend to avoid dusting under large pieces of furniture. It's difficult, hard to reach, and moving furniture isn't something most of us want to do on a weekly basis. The longer you put off cleaning under large pieces of furniture, though, the more dust, dirt, and other nastiness have time to accumulate. It can quickly get overwhelming and deter even the most ardent clean freak from this cleaning task. But you can make this chore less intimidating by making it part of your spring and fall cleaning routine and implementing a few simple cleaning hacks. And before you know it, what was once a dreaded chore can be a habit that's no more frustrating than cleaning the fridge out.

Cleaning under your large furniture every six months is a great way to ensure you're preventing dust and dirt buildup. And dust tends to pile up even more than usual in winter, most notably because of less fresh airflow. Waiting any longer than six months to clean under your large furniture is not a great idea. It's easy to add this chore to your semiannual cleaning routine, considering you're most likely moving furniture at this time anyway. And who knows, you may find that lost charger you've been looking for!

When doing your deep clean for spring or fall, you can make a plan to have someone else there to help you move these large items if you need to. If you can't move the furniture or don't have someone to help, utilize the tools you might already have. The crevice tool on your vacuum can work wonders to access hard-to-reach spots. You can use a long-handled duster or a Swiffer to get along baseboards under your furniture. It's also worth investing in small furniture moving pads that can help you slide out that china hutch. In a pinch, a towel or socks under furniture legs can work as well. Adding cleaning under your large furniture to your spring or fall cleaning list will not only give you a good feeling knowing your house is really, truly clean, but it will also help create a healthier home environment for you and your family.