{"id":1100,"date":"2021-02-01T02:25:10","date_gmt":"2021-02-01T02:25:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.absolutecleaning.com.sg\/?p=1100"},"modified":"2026-04-16T14:25:55","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T14:25:55","slug":"when-should-i-start-spring-cleaning-for-cny","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.absolutecleaning.com.sg\/blog\/when-should-i-start-spring-cleaning-for-cny.html","title":{"rendered":"When Should I Start (Spring Cleaning) For The 2026 CNY?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When Should I Start Spring Cleaning For CNY? Chinese New Year is primarily about the chance to start anew. It is a time to purify your life in all aspects. It may be due to refreshing your wardrobe, changing your hairstyle, and cleaning your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spring cleaning the home has a special significance during the Lunar New Year holidays. People have the tradition of having their houses deep-cleaned to sweep away bad luck. But when exactly should you start spring cleaning? Read on to know the answer, as well as learn other useful tips for the Chinese New Year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When to start CNY cleaning?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n
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Chinese New Year (CNY) in 2026 falls on Tuesday, February 17. Traditionally, spring cleaning is performed before the New Year to sweep away bad luck and make room for good fortune. It’s customary to complete this cleaning before New Year’s Eve, which is Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Therefore, it’s advisable to start your spring cleaning in early to mid-January 2026 to ensure it’s finished before the New Year celebrations begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When you start your spring cleaning, you should know that tradition forbids you from cleaning<\/span> on CNY day. You must not perform any cleaning tasks after midnight on New Year’s Eve. Otherwise, according to popular belief, you allow good luck to escape and bring bad luck back into your house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That is, you should finish cleaning after guests have left before the clock strikes midnight. Even if you didn’t manage to do little things, you would have to stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ancestral tradition considers Chinese New Year’s Day a sacred time when homeowners are not allowed to engage in any physical labor. You must only rest and celebrate the arrival of the New Year. Everything you hadn’t cleaned before midnight will get the chance to become clean on the second day of the CNY. As the first day passes, you’re given permission to continue tidying up your house if there are any remaining dirty areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to prepare the house for CNY?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n
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Spring Cleaning For Chinese New Year 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
Room\/Area<\/strong><\/th>Tasks<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Living Room<\/strong><\/td>Dust and polish furniture – Clean windows and curtains\/blinds – Vacuum and mop floors – Organize and declutter shelves and cabinets – Clean and decorate for CNY<\/td><\/tr>
Kitchen<\/strong><\/td>Deep clean appliances (fridge, oven, etc.) – Scrub countertops and sink – Organize pantry and cabinets – Clean floor and walls – Check and replenish cooking essentials<\/td><\/tr>
Bedrooms<\/strong><\/td>Wash bedding and curtains – Dust and vacuum under the bed – Organize closets and drawers – Clean mirrors and windows – Refresh decorations<\/td><\/tr>
Bathrooms<\/strong><\/td>Scrub tiles, shower, and bathtub – Disinfect toilet and sink – Clean mirrors – Wash or replace shower curtains – Restock toiletries and towels<\/td><\/tr>
Dining Area<\/strong><\/td>Clean dining table and chairs – Organize serving ware and cutlery – Decorate for festive meals – Clean floor and area rugs<\/td><\/tr>
Balcony\/Outdoor<\/strong><\/td>Sweep and mop the area – Clean outdoor furniture – Remove cobwebs – Tend to plants and decorations<\/td><\/tr>
Entrance\/Foyer<\/strong><\/td>Clean and organize shoe racks – Wipe down the main door – Dust entryway furniture – Set up CNY decorations like couplets and lanterns – Ensure good lighting<\/td><\/tr>
Storage Areas<\/strong><\/td>Declutter and organize storage items – Clean shelves and storage containers – Discard or donate unused items<\/a> – Ensure proper ventilation to avoid mold and dampness<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
Comprehensive Chinese New Year home cleaning plan for 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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