The sun is out, the temperatures are warming up, and spring is in the air. It also means it’s time for a little spring cleaning to get your house, your family, and your life ready for fun months ahead. But who has time to clean if we’re all outside enjoying the season?

Here are 15 things you can do in 5 minutes or less to clean up for spring.

1. Wash some windows. Had a lot of rain recently? Or did the wind make your windows look filmy and gross? Grab some window cleaner and a towel, set the timer, and then see how many windows you can clean in 15 minutes. If you don’t finish then do a few more in your next free 15 minutes, or enlist your kids to help you get the work done in half the time.

2. Clean out your winter clothes. Pick one closet to start and then go through and pull out all of your big sweaters, heavy coats, and gloves. You’d be surprised how fast you can de-winter one closet.

3. Dust. Grab a duster or a rag and wipe the winter dust off your favorite picture frames, or a book shelf that needs some TLC.

4. Open a window. Get fresh air circulating through your house. Even if it’s still chilly outside, fresh air for 15 minutes can rejuvenate your space.

5. Mop the floor. Got muddy footprints in your entry way from the last big storm but no time to do a full mop job? Then spot-clean your floors. Hit the major traffic areas and entry ways and leave the rest for later when you have more time. You’ll be happier when you walk in the door and see a clean floor instead of feeling guilty about how you still haven’t gotten to mopping.
Question: What do you love about spring?