Spring is the perfect time to renew, refresh, and clean. Make your vehicle feel new again by adding it to your spring cleaning checklist. There are plenty of easy and inexpensive ways to clean out and organize your car.
Clean the Exterior
Say goodbye to the dirt, grime, debris, and salt that winter brought to your vehicle by giving your car a thorough exterior washing. Use a pressure washer to remove dirt and debris that can scratch the surface, and then clean with a product formulated specifically for washing your car’s surface. Once it’s been thoroughly washed and dried, apply a wax or paint-protecting product to help repel dust and keep your car beautiful throughout the spring months.
Vacuum and Clean Mats
Gravel, dirt, and more can accumulate on the floors of your vehicle, so spring is a great time to refresh them. If you have all-weather or other water-resistant floor mats, remove them completely and clean them with warm water and a gentle scrub brush. Hose them off and allow them to dry while you thoroughly vacuum the interior seats and floors. Get into cracks and crevices as well as you can. Replace mats once they are dry.
Clean Leather or Upholstery
If you have leather seating, use a conditioning leather cleaner to thoroughly clean seats and other leather areas. If you have cloth seats, you can use an upholstery spot cleaner to clean any spots that might have become dirty or stained over the winter. Rinse the area to prevent dirt from collecting on the soap residue.
Clean Other Interior Surfaces
Wipe down other interior surfaces using a cleanser specifically for your interior — or another mild cleanser diluted with water. Rinse and dry when done. Use window cleaner to add a shine to the interior glass. Don’t forget to check the trunk for forgotten belongings, and clean that area, too.
Don’t Forget Maintenance
Don’t neglect proper maintenance just because the warmer weather is around the bend. Check standard maintenance items like fluid levels, tire pressure, and wiper blades, then look for any problems like loose hoses or leaks.
Organize Essentials on Backs of Seats
There are many things you may need to have on hand for everyday life or for travel, but they can quickly clutter up your vehicle. Place hanging shower or shoe pockets on the backs of sets to easily organize essentials like sanitizer, a first aid kit, tissues, spare phone chargers, restaurant coupons, and anything else you normally need.
Use Everyday Items to Help You Organize
You don’t have to spend money on fancy organizers to get your car in shape for spring. Cover a plastic gum dispenser container with pretty or fabric and use it as an easy-to-dispense change holder. Keep plastic bags organized and handy for trash by stashing them in an empty tissue box. A plastic shower caddy can be used to organize items like kids toys and snacks or oil and other fluids.
Take the time to spring clean your car and reorganize the interior. You spend a lot of time in your car, so why not make it peaceful, clean, and less cluttered? You’ll drive happier after a good cleaning.
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