Summertime is the season of spontaneity. But when that entails last minute guests and your house looks like a cyclone just went through it, a call heralding unexpected visitors will likely leave you all tangled up in your hammock. 

Haste doesn’t make waste when it comes to speed cleaning. There are several savvy tips that will make sudden house callers think you’re the Queen of Clean. So take a deep breath and away we go! 

Basket Toss
Grab your laundry basket and bolt through the house tossing all stray items and clutter into it. Store it out of sight in a closet. 

Break it down
Only focus on the key areas guests will inhabit. That’s typically the living room, guest bathroom, and kitchen. Closed doors are your best friends in times like these. If a room is simply too messy to tackle, shut the door.  

Skip to Your Loo

Empty the trashcan in your bathroom. Clean all surfaces with a sanitizing wipe, swipe the toilet brush through your toilet and flush. It is times like these when the Kaboom® NeverScub Refillable Self-Cleaning Toilet Kit is especially handy!

Wipe down the mirror, store personal care items and toiletries, stock toilet paper and hand soap, and hang a fresh, clean hand towel. 

You Can Stand the Heat, Move on to the Kitchen
Dirty dishes piled up in the sink? Load them into the dishwasher. If you don’t have one, stack them on a tray and put them in the oven. Hey, we’re in a hurry here! Wipe down counters, and if you have the time, slice an apple, sprinkle with cinnamon, and place in a small pan on the stovetop. Add enough water to cover the apples and then set to a low simmer. This will make your home smell divine! 

The Main Drag
Guests will most likely be settling in your living room, so fluff the throw pillows and couch cushions, open the windows and turn on a fan to blow fresh air through. Vacuum the carpet or dry mop the hardwood floor with your Orange Glo® Mop. If you have pets, run a lint brush over your furniture to remove hair and then spray with FRESH 'N CLEAN® Deodorizing Upholstery & Fabric Refresher.

Set the Mood

If it’s evening, dim the lights and place a few lit candles throughout the house. This will create a relaxed environment and take the spotlight off any housework that still needs to be done!