When the light returns and the temperature starts to creep upwards, many people get the same feeling: it's time to fix up the outdoors. The patio needs to be set up, the decking needs to be fresh again, and the garden furniture needs a restart after a long winter.

Here are our best spring cleaning tips, focusing on how to make outdoor chores easy, efficient, and gentle on both surfaces and the environment. You will also find a clear guide to linseed oil soap: what you can use it for and which variant is best for you.

1) Start by making space (it makes the rest easier)

Before you even get out a bucket and brush: do a quick once-over of the patio. Clear away gravel, leaves, twigs, and everything that has collected during the winter. If you have outdoor rugs or cushions, it's often best to remove them first so that the surfaces underneath can be properly cleaned.

This step rarely takes long, but it makes the actual cleaning faster and more even.

2) Clean in the right order: from top to bottom

A classic cleaning mistake is to start with the floor and then discover that all the dirt from tables and railings ends up there again. Do the opposite:

• Wipe railings, tables, and other "higher" surfaces first

• Then scrub outdoor furniture

• Finish with decking, patios, and floor surfaces

You avoid double work and get a better result in less time.

3) Warm water + brush is your best combo

For many outdoor surfaces, warm water and a good brush go a long way. Scrub in the direction of the wood on decking and wooden furniture. It's a simple trick that helps you remove dirt more effectively and reduces the risk of the surface looking "streaky" when it dries.

If you want to get it really clean, especially after winter, linseed oil soap is a smart choice. Linseed oil soap is both effective and versatile, and can be used for everything from decking and outdoor furniture to all-purpose cleaning in kitchens and bathrooms.

4) Linseed oil soap: a natural choice for spring cleaning

Our linseed oil soaps are handmade and produced in the old-fashioned way by saponifying raw linseed oil. The linseed oil is grown and pressed in Österlen. The soaps are biodegradable, and both variants are without added perfume.

This makes them a perfect product to have at home when it's time to tidy up for spring, both indoors and outdoors.

5) What can I use linseed oil soap for?

Linseed oil soap is suitable for many areas in the home, but is especially appreciated during spring and summer when outdoor surfaces need to be brought back to life. You can use linseed oil soap for:

• Decking and patios

• Garden furniture

• Wooden floors

• All-purpose cleaning in kitchens and bathrooms

• Certain types of textiles (e.g., furniture cushions)

• Cleaning durable surfaces where you want an effective yet simple product

6) Which linseed oil soap should I choose: solid or liquid?

Both variants can be used for the same types of surfaces, but they suit slightly different needs and preferences.

Linseed oil soap – Solid and concentrated

The solid soap is undiluted and has a semi-solid consistency. This means you take a dollop at a time and dissolve it in warm water, or use it directly on a brush or sponge. Since it is concentrated, it goes a long way, and its concentrated form saves on transport weight, space, and plastic.

Choose this if you:

• Want a concentrated soap where a little goes a long way

• Often clean with a bucket and warm water

• Like "dollop dosing" and control

Linseed oil soap – Liquid

The liquid soap is easy to dose and can be used diluted or undiluted. You pour a splash into water or apply a dab directly to a brush or sponge. It's convenient for quicker cleaning sessions and for those who want to get started right away.

Choose this if you:

• Want an extra convenient variant that is easy to dose

• Want to be able to use it both diluted and undiluted

• Like a quick routine for ongoing cleaning

Ready to get started?

Check out our linseed oil soaps in the webshop and choose the variant that best suits your cleaning routine! Here you will find our entire range of home & household products.