Spring cleaning feels like the buzzword of the moment. We're either thinking about it, talking about it, or doing it, but this can leave us pondering one question: why is spring cleaning a thing?

The idea of spring cleaning always sounds like a good one, but when it’s time to do it, you’d rather be doing anything else.

It's officially spring—so, after months of staying inside away from the cold, chances are, you're thinking about tackling your yearly spring cleaning to-do's sooner rather than later. Before you start ...

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Springtime is here! It’s time to open the windows and let in the sunshine and fresh air. It’s also the perfect time to clear out the dirt and grime that’s accumulated in your home during the winter ...

There’s a reason your feed is full of cleaning montages and dramatic “before and afters” — TikTok’s obsession with CleanTok isn’t just about spotless countertops. It’s about the emotional reset that ...

While the specific customs and practices may vary across cultures, the underlying themes of purification, preparation for new beginnings, and the celebration of spring’s arrival remain central to this ...

Lindsey Ellefson is Lifehacker’s Features Editor. She currently covers study and productivity hacks, as well as household and digital decluttering, and oversees the freelancers on the sex and ...