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Not everyone’s home is constantly company-ready. Sometimes, life gets too busy to bother with it, or we may get ill or injured and need to focus on feeling better instead of dealing with dust in the home. Other times, stress or a jam packed schedule can make even the smallest tasks feel overwhelming. When that happens, news that you’ve got company coming can make you feel panicked. It doesn’t have to be that way. We have picked the most important aspects to do in the main rooms of your home to get you and the space ready for guests on their way.

In the kitchen: Empty the dishes in the sink. If you can, put them in the dishwasher and run it. If there’s no room, shove them in the oven. Yes, really. Just remind yourself to get them out of the oven and wash them when your company leaves.

In the bathroom: Turn the bathroom fan on to freshen the air and remove lingering odors. Sweep your toiletries and other countertop clutter into a drawer or the laundry basket to sort through later.  Next, clean the surfaces. Spray the all-purpose cleaner in the toilet and let it sit. While that soaks, use the disinfecting wipes to clean the faucet, countertop, and sink basin. Grab fresh wipes and clean the toilet tank, handle, exterior, seat, and rim. Give the toilet a quick brush and flush it down.

In the living room: Toss any clutter into a laundry basket, put trash in the trash bag, and set them both aside. To make sure there are spaces to sit and visit, straighten the sofa pillows and fold throw blankets. Neaten and take away anything that doesn’t belong in the living room or may be just plain distracting.

Next, use a damp cloth to wipe tabletops and the free space on any shelves. Switch to a clean cloth and use the all-purpose spray to clean doorknobs and light switches. While those dry, neatly arrange items on the coffee or side tables and make sure you’ve got coasters available.   Lastly, Use a damp microfiber cloth or a vacuum to remove pet hair from upholstered furniture. Finish up by sweeping or vacuuming the high-traffic areas. Then spray the air freshener, grab your supplies, and head to the next room or task.

These are the basic steps to take when you hear the daunting news your friends are coming over so last minute. The point of crisis cleaning is to make your home looks clean in a short amount of time. So, work quickly and focus on the big picture without getting bogged down in details. Clutter-free tabletops, fresh air, sparkling bathrooms, and tidy floors will create an overall impression of a clean home.