Family members swing by to drop off presents. Close friends you met for dinner, then all ended up for a nightcap at your place. Parents and in-laws are treating you to a surprise visit for Christmas. There are plenty of reasons you’ll be dealing with last-minute guests this holiday season. We’ve all been in that situation and know how stressful it is to clean up while racing against the clock. But what if we tell you there’s a way to stay in control during these moments? Save yourself from these awkward situations with time-saving holiday cleaning tips from Milwaukee’s best maid services.
Clean Your House Entrance for Christmas
Start with a good impression by greeting guests with a clean front door, front porch, foyer, or entryway. Remember these areas, whether you have 10 minutes to speed clean or a whole afternoon to target problem spots that are most prone to get messy around the house. Because they are the first places your guests see when they visit, they can reflect your home’s overall cleanliness. Keeping these areas spotless and organized:
- Enhances your place’s curb appeal
- Gives the impression that you pay attention to details
- Sets a warm and welcoming atmosphere for your visitors
Entryway Cleaning Hacks
- Declutter unnecessary items that shouldn’t be in your entryway
- Create a system and use cute baskets or shelving to organize everyday stuff, such as coats, shoes, or umbrellas.
- Vacuum and mop floors.
- Leave a door mat to minimize outdoor dust and debris from getting indoors.
- Wipe all surfaces, including shelves, window sills, and front door.
- Spruce up with simple but elegant holiday decorations, like a Christmas wreath or beautiful potted poinsettia plants for a splash of color.
- Maintain these spaces with a quick 5-minute clean-up each day.
Always Be Guest-Ready by Deep Cleaning Your Bathroom
Do you fear unexpected visitors suddenly asking if they can use your toilet at a bad time when it’s most unkempt? Quell these types of anxiety by making sure you are always two steps ahead! How? Whatever happens, always make it a point to include your toilet and bathroom in your weekly routine home cleaning. This way, no surprise guests can ever catch you off guard.
However, if you ever find yourself in a sticky situation this holiday season, follow these quick bathroom speed cleaning tips.
- Quickly remove and hide any dirty laundry, towels, or personal items from the counters and floor. If you don’t have time to put things away, stash them in a closet or under the sink.
- Spray a multi-purpose cleaner on the sink, counter, and toilet.
- Quickly wipe down visible surfaces using disinfecting wipes or paper towels.
- Flush the toilet and give it a quick wipe-down.
- If you still have time, squirt toilet bowl cleaner and scrub the bowl with a toilet brush.
- Sweep and mop the floor to make sure it’s clean and dry.
- Replenish with a fresh roll of toilet paper.
- Put fresh towels, bath mats, and rugs.
- Spritz the room with an air freshener or light a scented candle.
Distract with Ambient Lighting
If you still feel insecure after speed-cleaning, skip the bright overhead lights. Leave it to ambient lighting to conceal any clutter that you may have forgotten and accentuate your interiors. Put soft, glowing lamps strategically in every corner. Light up candles and place them on clear and clean tables. You can even opt for battery-operated ones if you are concerned about candles being a fire hazard.
Leave Your Holiday Cleaning to BetterCleans!
Say goodbye to stress and enjoy the Yuletide season without worrying about household chores. BetterCleans’ professional cleaning service will keep your home guest-ready no matter the season.
