Sweep into autumn

IT'S TIME FOR A SEASONAL SORT-OUT SAYS TV'S QUEEN OF CLEAN. BY SAM WYLIE-HARRIS

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IT HAS been a brilliant summer but sun-kissed days generally mean household chores are low on the priority list.

But as Lynsey Crombie, Queen of Clean (@lynsey_queenofclean) and This Morning’s resident home expert puts it: “September is the perfect month for a reset.

“The kids are back at school, the seasons are changing, and our homes are ready for a little refresh after the summer holidays.”

Moreover, a good clean and declutter now will set you up for a calmer, more organised autumn, says Lynsey. Here are her top cleaning jobs to tackle this month...

BACK-TO-SCHOOL BEDROOM RESET

Start with the children’s bedrooms. “Swap out summer clothes for cosy layers; clear through wardrobes and drawers, and create a clutter-free desk area to help them focus on homework,’ advises Lynsey.

“A tidy space really does make for a clearer mind.”

Top tip: Use a basket to scoop up anything that doesn’t belong in the room, says Lynsey.

DEEP CLEAN SCHOOLBAGS AND LUNCHBOXES