If you’re panicking before guests come over to visit because the house isn’t clean and spotless, you’re not alone. Last-minute panic cleaning is a common problem. No one likes being in that situation, but the house still has to be cleaned, right?
Instead of running around the house with a cloth and scrubbing random surfaces frantically, here’s what you can do: follow our simple step-by-step guide. With these quick cleaning tips, you can prepare the home for guests in no time, even at the last minute. So relax, take a deep breath, and join us as we guide you through the easiest way to make your home spotless and sparkling with spectacular splendor.
Cleaning the Front Door – Because First Impressions Matter
Sure, you’re not going to scrub the exterior wall of your house before guests arrive, but it’s surprising how rarely people give their front door a quick clean and polish. Doing so takes almost no time at all and can make all the difference in making a good first impression on those who arrive.
Simply wipe down the door handle, the door frame, and the door itself. First, do so with a dry cloth to remove any dust or dirt. Then, you can spray some water on those same surfaces and give them a wipe.
For extra cleanliness, add a few squirts of El Milagrito degreaser to the water and watch how it makes those surfaces shine as you wipe the liquid away with a dry cloth or towel.
Decluttering Makes Everyone Happy
Sometimes, decluttering can be even more important than cleaning. When guests come to the house, having all kinds of junk lying around the place is far more noticeable than a bit of dust on a shelf. That’s why decluttering is vital, and the best part is that it doesn’t take up much time at all.
Most objects you see lying around belong in a certain place. Clothes belong in their wardrobes, coats go on hooks and hangers, and pens and stationery can be placed in a drawer. But what if you’re really pressed for time? In those situations, you can put cluttered items into a box, keep them out of sight, and put them in their original places later.
Make Sure the Bathroom is Shining
Having a clean bathroom makes a world of difference. What makes a good impression on guests is clean mirrors, shiny faucets, and clean floors. This is a simple feat to achieve but is so often forgotten about by hosts. So, what can you do?
Spray the faucets with El Milagrito degreaser, let it sit, then wipe the substance away with a damp cloth. Those faucets will sparkle and shine. Cleaning the mirror can be done with water and a light touch of our El Milagrito degreaser, but here’s what you should remember: use a microfiber drying cloth to wipe it clean to avoid leaving wipe marks on the surface. As for the floor, sweep away the dirt, then give it a quick mop.
Keep the Kitchen Clean and Decluttered
Guests always end up in the kitchen somehow. Ever noticed that? Whether it’s because they’re trying to be helpful by taking plates there or getting something from the fridge or cupboards. That’s why a clean kitchen is the only kind you want. Perhaps your kitchen is open and joined to the living room anyway. So, here’s how to keep it clean.
The priority is the countertops. Keep them free of clutter as well as spotless and stainless. Give them a wipe with El MIlagrito’s degreaser and make them look as good as new. Then there’s the floor. A quick sweep and mop job will get this done and out of the way in no time.
Finally, let’s not forget the sink. Just make sure it’s empty, has been sprayed with El Milagrito degreaser, and wiped clean.
Clean Floors are a Joy to Walk on
If you have carpet at home, run the vacuum cleaner over it and hoover up all that dust and dirt. If you have wooden or tiled flooring, you can still give it a vacuum, but be sure to finish the job with a quick mopping. If the floor is shining, it makes the entire look and feel of the house more welcoming.
If you spot any tough stains on any type of floor surface, El Milagrito will get rid of it! Just spray, let it sit, then wipe away after a couple of minutes.
A Living Room to Make You Proud
For these kinds of gatherings, the living room really is the crown jewel. This is where the guests relax. It’s the one room, above all others, that guests are likely to remember the most. So here’s what you can do to ensure it looks its best.
Make sure all the cushions are positioned well along the sofas. Give them and the sofas a quick vacuum cleaning. Also, give the coffee table a wipe-down with El Milagrito degreaser to make it spotless. The last thing you want to see there is a stain from the morning coffee or last night’s drink.
To add one final touch to the room, spray some air freshener into the air. You could light a scented candle. Doing either of these or both will allow an aromatic scent to drift through the room, giving your guests the sensation of being somewhere clean and fresh.