15 min Fix : Quick Cleaning Before Guests Arrive
You just found out friends are coming over and your house is a mess! I try to keep my place picked up but with a busy schedule and a husband who just doesn't "see" the clutter, I inevitably get caught in a last minute scramble.
I like to be a great host and having a presentable clean home when guests come over is a big deal to me. So, I've discovered a few quick fixes that make my home look clean without the hour (or more) of scrubbing, organizing, and prepping my home occasionally needs.
The Key is to focus on the areas your guests will see: living room, kitchen, bathroom
1. Cram & Slam
This is my favorite method. Take all the miscellaneous stuff that is inside your door, in your hallways, on your counters and stuff it into the closest closet, drawer, or in your room. Keep the door shut and no one will know. Organize later, all you care about is looking clean for your guests.
2. Fold and Straighten
Next, quick fold any blankets on your couch, straighten throw pillows, and tidy up coffee and end tables. (Ignore the dust on the TV stand, only you will notice this)
3. Vacuum
It's amazing how refreshed your room can look after a quick sweep. Removing the lint, dirt, dust, and animal hair that builds up (though it may not look like much) can make a big difference.
4. Tackle the Kitchen
Make a quick sweep of the kitchen. Put dirty dishes in the dishwasher and wipe down the counters. If your friends are like ours, everyone likes to socialize in the kitchen. After all that's where the food and drinks come from.
All set and ready to entertain!
Tell me about your quick fix to a clean home. What is the first thing you do when you find out guests are coming over?