Ah, the holidays. Some love them. Some loathe them. Some fall somewhere in the middle. However it is you feel, there’s no doubt that gearing up for Christmas can be stressful. The last thing you really need is to worry about your home not being in tip-top shape when company comes for dinner, a holiday party or to stay for a week!
Below is a list of quick tasks you can do from today through Christmas to help make your upkeep schedule a little easier.
“Get Your House in Shape” Advent Calendar”
Monday, December 12th:
Sweep your patio! If you have pets, they are likely to drag in dirt, dust (or worse) into your home! Sweep your front porch and your patio to minimize what is brought inside…which you’ll have to clean later.
Tuesday, December 13th:
Scrub the showers. This might be the least fun chore to do; as it’s also a major arm workout. However, water spots on your shower doors and walls can really make your bathroom look dirty. Oh, and be sure to use a squeegee every day after your shower to help keep the space clean and clear.
Wednesday, December 14th:
Dust your baseboards! It’s rarely done and very much needed to keep your home looking clean! Use a duster or paper towels, but be sure to do this before vacuuming your rooms!
Thursday, December 15th:
Wipe down your back splash. You would be surprised by how dirty the area behind your stove and above your counter tops can be. Spend 10 minutes wiping away grease and keep your kitchen looking nice and shiny!
Friday, December 16th:
It’s Friday night….relax a little. Just dump the trash cans around the house and you’re done until tomorrow.
Saturday, December 17th:
While you’re making coffee on Saturday morning, take a few minutes and clean your coffee machine, toaster and other small appliances. You’re so close to being done…so don’t forget about the little things!
