As the holidays quickly approach, we have so many moments with family and friends to look forward to. From big feasts and cozy gift exchanges, playing host to some of the holiday’s sweeter moments can create memories that will last a lifetime. Yet, before those guests arrive, you may just find yourself struggling to get your house together so it doesn’t leave a nasty imprint on the evening. Here are a few quick tips to get your home party ready in no time!
Focus On Flow – Where will your guests be? Focus on this question as you clean your home. Usually, cleaning a main bathroom that guests will use, the kitchen, a dining room and/or living room where the bulk of the party will unfold is more than sufficient. It doesn’t make much sense to deep clean your spare bedroom on the second floor if no one will be up there. When you are strapped on time, you will find that sprucing up the main party areas will not only keep you on track but cause much less stress. Save the whole house deep clean for another day.
Kitchen – Keep it simple in the kitchen. You just cooked a massive meal so give yourself a break. Wipe off the countertops, sweep the floor and wipe up any drips and/or splatters you notice. This is also where a dishwasher comes in handy. Load it before guests arrive and let it run. You can unload it before everyone starts to eat or just leave it in there and keep the sink and counterspace clear of dirty dishes.
Dust and DeClutter – Remove clutter from rooms in which the guests will congregate. As far as dusting goes, focus on eye-level or lower surfaces. Coffee tables, side tables, low shelves and electronics should get dusted since they will be the most used and visible areas.
Fluff and Vacuum – Fluff all couch and chair pillows and vacuum every walkway that will be used during the party. It can be a quick run through just focus on thoroughly hitting entryways and main thoroughfares. Whether it is tile or carpet, make sure that bathroom floor is clean. Check out these quick tips on How To Clean The Bathroom Swiftly For Parties.
Coats and Bags – Designate a spot for everyone’s coats and bags. If you have a coat rack near your front door, clear it off so everyone has room for their items. If you have a small bench, keep it for guest items. You can even put everything on your bed or a bed in a guest room. If you have a “no shoes in the house” policy, provide slippers or footie socks for guests who might need a little something on their feet.
Set the Mood – While still a key element in helping giving your home a clean and comfy feel, this is the fun part! Turn off overhead lights and use lamps and candles to set a more relaxed mood. It provides a cozy feeling but also helps keep keen eyes from noticing areas that weren’t deep cleaned. By putting on some music, you also help set a more inviting or festive mood, which helps put everyone at ease and draws them into the party and/or conversations faster.
These tips are perfect for when your schedule gets away from you and there is a limited amount of time to prep your home for guests. Save your deep cleaning for your routine day of the week and stress less when it comes to the holidays. You can even hire a local cleaning service to help with a thorough after-party clean up. These tips help you create a nice, tidy and welcoming environment for your next shindig so don’t spend too long fixated on this aspect. Remember, it is less important that a shelf has a smidge of dust compared to the warm memories you are creating.
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