15 Ways To Clean Your House Fast by Lorena Romo

Get your home guest-ready with these quick tips and tricks.

Get your home clean and pretty in just a few minutes.
Now that we are spending more time at home, it’s important we keep it neat so we can enjoy it and feel comfortable. Trying to keep it clean constantly can be time-consuming and stressful.
Here are a few quick ways to get your house clean pretty quickly.

1. Hang up jackets and put away shoes
It only takes an extra minute to put away jackets and neatly line up your shoes. Tuck these items away to instantly make your entryway appear more organized.

2. Load the dishwasher
Are you known for leaving dirty dishes in the sink for a few extra days? Toss those plates and pans into the dishwasher to clear the counter and clean up the sink area.

3. Clear countertops
Being at home all day makes us cook, eat snacks, have dishes, and food wraps everywhere. Clear everything off your countertops so it looks cleaner.

4. Wipe down countertops (and appliances)
A quick way to spruce up your space is to wipe down countertops and all appliances. Use stainless steel wipes to remove all smudges and smears on your fridge, dishwasher or oven.

5. Sweep and vacuum
Give your floors a quick clean by sweeping up crumbs and vacuuming any dirt or pet hair. Don’t have time to vacuum the whole house? Clean up the rooms you will spend more time in like your home office, your kitchen, and your living room.

6. Empty trash cans and recycling
Remove any bad odors or overflowing trash by emptying trash cans and taking out the recycling.

7. Make your bed
Keep the routine and give your bedroom a quick makeover by simply making the bed, that way you won’t be tempted to stay in bed all day.

8. Throw dirty clothes in the hamper
One of the easiest tricks to making a space appear clean is to make sure all clothing is tossed in the hamper and hidden in the closet.

9. Put away cords
Cords create clutter. Coil up your chargers, controllers, and headphones and neatly tuck them away in a safe spot.

10. Clear clutter
Clutter can easily be anywhere in your home. Choose a high-traffic area like the kitchen and tuck away mail in a drawer, put appliances into place, and remove any electronics or purses that might be on the counter.

11. Wipe down your bathroom sink
Give the sink a quick clean by wiping it down with a paper towel or cleaning wipe. While the whole bathroom won’t be clean, it will appear fresh and neat.

12. Fluff pillows and fold blankets
Tidy up your living room with a quick fluff of the pillows and fold blankets. Stack blankets in a corner or put them away in storage bins.

13. Open up blinds
Bring in natural daylight to make your room appear clean and welcoming. Open up blinds or curtains in the kitchen and living room to brighten up the space.

14. Light a candle
Lighting a scented candle is a simple trick to make a space feel less messy. Candles can bring a sense of tranquility to a room.

15. Add fresh flowers
If all else fails, add a few flowers or houseplants to your home to freshen up a room. A small vase in the bathroom or a full bouquet in the kitchen will make your house look cleaner than it is.

How do you get your home ready in a pinch? Share your quick cleaning tips and tricks in the comments below!