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8 Easy Cleaning Tips to Make Your House Party-Ready (Free Pre-Party Cleaning Checklist!)

April 19, 2018 by Leslie 15 Comments

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Follow these 8 easy cleaning tips to make your house party-ready (with a free pre-party cleaning checklist) & you’ll be ready to host the best party of the year!

Getting ready for a big bash? Here are the best quick and easy cleaning tips to get your home party-ready. With these organizing hacks (and the printable daily schedule) you’ll be full of motivation to get your household ready for the big day from the inside out.  #cleaningtips #freeprintable #partyplanningtips

 

 

 

Good morning friends! Today I’m excited to introduce you to my friend Maria from the blog Leisurely Does It. She is the queen of all things cleaning and organization!

Over the years, several of you have specifically requested cleaning tips to make your house party-ready. I’m the first to admit, cleaning and organization are not my strong suits. ☺️ So, I thought it would be helpful to have Maria over to share her tips with you.

And as a special bonus, she’s created an easy checklist for you to grab at the end of the post. Take it away Maria!

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I bet you love a good party. Who doesn’t?

If you’ve decided to throw a party at your house, then you’ve probably thought about how you’re going to tackle cleaning up afterwards.

But, what about a plan for cleaning before the party happens?

You want to make a good impression on your guests. The last thing you want is for your friends to remember how dirty your house was instead of what an awesome time they had.

So, here are some cleaning tips to make your house party-ready. There’s a free printable checklist with all the steps included so be sure to grab that after you read this post!

8 Cleaning Tips to Make Your House Party-Ready

Curb Appeal

Guests will see the front of your home first so before you even think about making the inside of your house sparkle and shine, go outside.

Look at your house with a critical eye. It’s easy for those cobwebs to go unnoticed since you walk past them every day but visitors will see them. Clean the front porch and power wash your driveway.

Tidy up the garden and front lawn. Mow the grass, trim the hedges and pull those weeds up.

Wash the windows close to the front door too. You’d be surprised how much dirt sits on them and just how much light will come in once they’ve been wiped clean.

Move exterior trash cans away from areas where guests will pass. No-one wants to be greeted by stinky garbage at the front of your house.

Get rid of clutter

Okay, now that you’re done with the outside, go indoors. Get rid of clutter in areas your guests will see. Focus on clutter hotspots like the entry, guest bathroom, kitchen and living areas that will serve as the party venue.

Even if you’re having an outdoor party, it’s still important to complete this step. Guests will inevitably have to use the bathroom or may somehow find themselves in the kitchen.

Create Space for Coats

If it’s cold out, you’ll need a place to store your guests’ winter gear when they arrive. Make room in your coat closet for all the extra coats and place a basket in there for any gloves and scarves as well.

A rolling clothing rack can be a good alternative if you don’t have space in your closet or make a room close to the entrance the temporary coat room.

Prepare An Emergency Cleaning Kit

Spills are bound to happen once the party is swinging. “Swinging”… did I just age myself?

Anyway, create an emergency cleaning kit by putting cleaning essentials into a basket or caddy. That way, you’ll be ready for anything.

Add the following:

  • Sponge or microfiber cloth
  • OxiClean
  • All-purpose cleaning product
  • A dust pan and hand broom

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Clean the Bathroom

When the party gets good and drinks are flowing, there will be a line outside the bathroom door. Make sure your guest bathroom is in good shape and ready for all the extra traffic. This is the one room where party-goers won’t be too distracted to notice clutter and dirt.

Do the following:

  • Clear the counters of clutter
  • Fill up the liquid soap dispenser
  • Scrub the toilet, sink and shower
  • Wipe off the mirrors
  • Change the towels. Ensure there are clean hand towels or a fresh roll of paper towels
  • Stack a few toilet paper rolls in a basket on top of the toilet tank or somewhere close-by so guests don’t have to rummage through your cupboards to find some if it runs out
  • Put down clean bath mats
  • Spray the room with air freshener and maybe leave that in plain sight too, in case anyone wants to use it

Clean the Kitchen

Guests love to congregate in the kitchen. Maybe it’s because that’s where the food comes from. Whatever the reason, you’ll want your kitchen to be spotless.

Clear the countertops and wipe them down. Use warm soapy water or a cleaning product suitable for the material your counters are made of. Avoid abrasive kitchen cleaners and pads. Seal the counters to prevent stains.

Wipe off the stovetop, clear the sink and dishwasher. You’ll need room for the dirty dishes after the party is over.

Next, make room in your refrigerator. Your home won’t be party-ready if there’s no space for the food you’re serving, drinks and leftovers. Throw out expired products and wipe down the interior and exterior of the fridge. The refrigerator handle and door can get pretty grimy.

Getting ready for a big bash? Click through to find 8 easy cleaning tips to make your house party-ready. And don't forget to grab your free pre-party cleaning checklist, too! Brought to you by Leisurely Does It and playdatesparties.com

Empty the Trash

Go through the house and empty the garbage bins especially the one in the kitchen.

Wash the bins with warm soapy water and a little disinfectant to get rid of odours. After they dry, add new liners and put them back.

Final Steps

Finally, mop and vacuum the floors in areas guests will see. Yes, you will have to do it again later but they’ll look good when people first arrive.

Set up the area where the actual party will be. Move fragile or irreplaceable items into a room away from the party zone to prevent unfortunate accidents.

Close the doors to any rooms you want to keep out-of-bounds. This will signal to visitors to stay away.

Straighten and fluff throw pillows. Spray the house with air freshener.

It may take a little extra work to make sure your home is party-ready but it just requires some planning. Break the tasks down into little chunks so you can easily complete them throughout the week.

Once you’ve finished, you can be proud to open your door to guests knowing that all they’ll talk about after they leave is how great the party was.

About the Author:

Maria Arthur shows women how to organize the chaos into calm via her blog, Leisurely Does It. Download her free Pre-Party Cleaning Checklist printable and get your home prepared for any celebration.

 

 

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About Leslie

Leslie is the passionate party planner in her family. After being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018, she was determined to find a way to continue making amazing parties for her kids that don't leave you exhausted. To do that Leslie combines the experience she learned working for a professional event planner with the reality of a busy family life to create party inspiration that the average mom can reproduce and be proud of.

Comments

  1. Christopher Kates says

    April 20, 2018 at 4:50 am

    Thank you so much for sharing this cleaning ideas.Whenever we think about celebration or party the very first thing that comes into our mind is CLEANING which may even distract us from partying.So thank you for your valuable tips.This would really help me and i think i can make parties often hereafter.

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  2. Fabiola Rodriguez says

    April 23, 2018 at 1:36 pm

    I’m hosting a party next week and this is sure going to come in handy! Pinning this. Greetings from the Blogger’s Pit Stop!

    Reply
  3. Pauline Wiles says

    April 23, 2018 at 1:52 pm

    I have friends coming over this weekend: I’ll do my best with the kitchen and bathroom and trust that they’ll forgive the rest 😉
    Hello from the Hearth & Soul link party.

    Reply
  4. Sandra L Garth says

    April 24, 2018 at 1:02 pm

    You can never have too many helpful tips. Thank you for sharing with us this week at Celebrate Your Story and we hope you will join us again next week.

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  5. Mother of 3 says

    April 24, 2018 at 4:24 pm

    My husband likes to tease me that I give the illusion of clean before a party and save all the real cleaning for afterwards. I find clearing the clutter makes a huge difference!

    Reply
  6. mainy says

    April 27, 2018 at 3:15 am

    This is the ‘go to’ list of preparing for a party. I like the bathroom one as that can easily get forgotten in the rush to make the kitchen look good!
    Mainy
    #bloggerspitstop

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  7. Sarah says

    April 29, 2018 at 7:40 am

    I’ll definitely use these tips next month for my little one’s 2nd birthday!!! #BrillBlogPosts

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  8. Connie says

    May 3, 2018 at 11:19 am

    Thanks for the tips it is always helpful to have a list to follow so you don’t forget something before the guest arrive and you can’t fix it. Thanks for joining us at bloggers pit stop. Hope to see you next week

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  9. Nicole says

    May 9, 2018 at 11:45 am

    These are great tips for getting the house clean and ready for a party. Thank you for linking up with us at the #HomeMattersParty this week.

    Reply
  10. Jerry@Toilet Bowl Cleaner says

    December 28, 2018 at 4:28 am

    What a lovely & phenomenal article this is! Really so much informative & valuable. Appreciate your thoughts. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  11. airbnb cleaning sydney says

    May 22, 2019 at 1:00 am

    Definitely worth saving article! I love these cleaning tips. Thank you so much for sharing it with us.

    Reply
  12. plaster says

    February 16, 2021 at 3:40 am

    Thanks for contributing the best tips in an approachable, down to earth way. You’re talent is huge, and your practicality is quite grounding in this digital world. Thank you!

    Reply
  13. Thumbtack says

    June 25, 2021 at 10:49 am

    Love it!

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  14. Homeadvisor says

    September 3, 2021 at 10:56 am

    I tried to learn it, you share it great

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  15. Carly says

    December 17, 2022 at 9:04 am

    Great cleaning tips really helps clean up with children too!

    Reply

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