As you probably already know, we moved recently. This means that we had to do something that I've always thought was second nature when moving out of a home, we had to deep clean every square inch. From the bathtub to the refrigerator drawers, we scrubbed and wiped to make sure it was perfect for the next tenant.

The reason I'm sharing this not-so-exciting detail of our move is the realization that most people don't clean out their rental homes. When speaking with other people that rent, I've heard several say they don't even bother to wipe down counters. While I understand not wanting to waste the time on your old place, you should respect the landlord and the future tenants enough to make sure you leave the house looking even better than when the keys were handed to you.

Wiping down every surface, scrubbing every inch of the kitchens and the bathrooms, dusting, sweeping, mopping, even wiping down baseboards... it's all a necessary part of giving your place back in pristine condition... even if you are a clean-freak while living in the home, once all your furniture is moved out it's still nice to clean the entire place! Plus, as a renter, you are more likely to get your deposit back in full if your place is in tip-top shape!

While we were cleaning our old place, I realized that our new place hadn't been cleaned to our standards yet either. Some parts of the house were too dusty for words and we noticed little nooks and crannies that needed a good cleaning. This means that we had to double the deep cleaning during the same week and needed a powerful army of cleaning products to helps us out!

We took a trip to Target and found the entire Green Works line waiting for us. I decided to purchase these green products because they are just as tough as the other products on the market but they don't leave a harsh chemical smell or residue! You'll also be overjoyed to find out that Green Works is made with plant and mineral based ingredients and the products are all actually in environmentally sustainable packaging whenever possible. Want some awesome news? You can save money, head to Target now and grab three Green Works products for $8!

The good news about this whole cleaning situation that moving in & out of a rental creates is that Green Works has a product to help clean every room in your house! They offer everything you'll need from sprays to wipes to laundry detergent, all the bases are covered!

My line up for cleaning both the old place and our new home included the Green Works All Purpose Cleaner as a star player! It tackles grease, grime, dirt, and other little nasty things around the house without any trouble and puts off absolutely no chemical fumes or residue. Made with 98% naturally derived ingredients, this cleaner is the perfect way to clean everything from your bathtub to your kitchen counters!

My next favorite Green Works item is the Cleaning Wipes. They are so easily accessible and make the perfect cleaners for all kinds of surfaces. I love being able to quickly dust with a Cleaning Wipe and since these wipes are 99% naturally derived ingredients, they won't harm me or my animals!

I've never been one for dishwashing but with Green Works in the house, the whole process somehow doesn't seem so daunting. With a super fresh and clean scent this bottle of naturally derived dish soap cuts through all the tough stuff and easily rinses away to offer a sparkling, streak-free shine on everything you wash!

Lastly, I'm overjoyed to announce we have a new addition to our home: a washer and dryer! We've spent the last three years visiting the laundry mat and I'm so over that! No longer do we have to spend a few hours of our day washing piles of clothes, we can do a load every single day with Green Works Laundry Detergent! I love that this laundry detergent attacks tough stains, while still being made with naturally derived ingredients! You can wash your clothing without phosphates, optical brighteners, or any other nasty chemical residue causing problems, even those with sensitive skin won't be bothered by this powerful, stain-fighting detergent!

Now that I've shared my cleaning tips to ensure you receive your deposit back in full, I'd love to hear what other tips you have for those that are in the processing of moving?