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Spring cleaning is the time to assess everything in your home, give it a good wash, and organize from top to bottom. Areas that are often overlooked but require maintenance are the garage and outdoor spaces. Even though both aren't technically within the home, they contribute to its overall appeal. Spring cleaning your garage and areas like your patio or deck might seem like an overwhelming task, but with our expert help, these areas will be back in order in no time.
Before jumping into the organization process, it's important to give the garage and any outdoor spaces a good clean. "[The garage floor is] often the dirtiest part of the space, so [it] should be swept about every other month depending on your level of dedication," says Gina Perry, senior merchant of outdoor cleaning at The Home Depot. Ahead, Perry offers up some top tips for removing common garage floor stains, like grease and oil from cars. A frequently ignored feature of this space that also needs maintenance during your spring clean? The garage door, and Perry explains how to get every type—from wood to synthetic doors—clean, ensuring this entrance remains in good condition for the rest of the year. Of course, you can't forget your outdoor flooring either. Perry shares the most effective ways to wash your decks and patios.