18 Dec 2024
Christmas is coming, and along with it, the smell of pine, cinnamon, and… tidying up!
And whether you’re hosting a festive feast or welcoming guests for an overnight stay, a little Christmas cleaning can make all the difference. So to help you out, here’s a complete Christmas cleaning checklist for a sparkling home.
We’re covering pre-Christmas preparation, a few pro tips for the big day itself, and some super handy post-Christmas clean up hacks!
part one: 5 pre-christmas preps.
1. guest bedroom blitz.
Turn your guest room into a cozy retreat in just 3 smol steps:
- Freshen up the bed and put on clean bedding because nothing is more welcoming than freshly laundered sheets.
- Declutter drawers: be sure to clear out some space for your guests to unpack.
- Finishing touches: add a festive plant or some Christmas decorations for extra points!
2. kitchen deep clean.
The kitchen is the heart of holiday feasts, so let’s give it a little extra love.
- Oven refresh: clean it up so it’s ready for the roast. Remember smol dishwasher tablets have secret powers when it comes to oven glass!
- Fridge and freezer reset: clear out expired items. Soak shelves and drawers in warm water and smol washing up liquid, then dry and return when your fridge is back to 5°C. Now it’s ready for all those Christmas goodies.
3. bathroom bliss.
Keep colds and clutter at bay with a thorough bathroom clean. You won’t go wrong with smol’s foaming bathroom cleaner by your side.
- Scrub sinks, tubs, and toilets.
- Clear a space for guests’ toiletries so they can feel at home.
4. living room refresh.
For board games, presents, and a roaring fire, this room needs to shine!
- Vacuum carpets, cushions, and upholstery.
- Declutter surfaces and corners.
- Got an artificial Christmas tree? Give it a quick spruce BEFORE you deck it with baubles by dusting with a soft brush and spot cleaning any stubborn bits with smol multi purpose spray. Remember to let any wet areas dry before putting on any lights.
5. a welcoming outside.
First impressions count!
- Clean up those outdoor decorations.
- Sweep around the front doorway.
- Wipe down windows with smol multi purpose spray for a super festive glow.
part two: 5 hacks for the big day.
Christmas Day is here, and with it, the magic (and mess!) Here are some top tips to handle any festive spills and stains with ease.
1. christmas candle carnage.
Candles set the mood, but wax spills? Not so much.
- Place a cloth or paper towel over the wax spill.
- Run a warm iron over it (or use a hair dryer) to soften the wax. The cloth will absorb it, lifting the wax away!
2. once burned, twice shy.
Roast potatoes a little too roasted? Baking dish took a beating? Don’t panic.
- Wet the burnt area with warm water.
- Wearing gloves, rub a smol dishwasher tablet over the stains, rewetting the tablet as you go. Burnt bits will lift right off!
3. home sweet (smelling) home.
Keep the fresh vibes flowing, even with all the cooking smells.
- Fill a clean spray bottle with warm water and add 4 pumps of smol fabric conditioner.
- Spray lightly on sofas, curtains, or even clothes for a quick scent refresh.
- The only dilemna… which one of our gorgeous 3 fragrances to choose!
4. chocs away.
Enjoy your chocolates without worrying about chocolate stains!
- Scrape off any excess with a knife.
- Rinse the stain with cold water to avoid setting it.
- Apply smol stain gel if needed, then wash with a smol bio capsule at 40°C or cooler.
5. wake up and smell the cheese.
The Christmas fridge can get… fragrant. Tame those smells with a quick fix:
- Place 3 teaspoons of bicarbonate of soda in an egg cup and set it at the back of the fridge. It’ll absorb the odors!
- No bicarb? Ground coffee or porridge oats work, too.
part three: 3 post-Christmas cleanups.
Once the festivities wind down, you’ll want a fresh start. Here’s how to ease into it:
- Wrapping & recycling: Gather up paper and save gift bags for reuse.
- Pack it up: Store decorations in labeled boxes for an easy unpacking next year.
- Final sweep: Run a quick vacuum, empty the fridge, and relax!
Follow this Christmas cleaning checklist for a warm and welcoming holiday home, and enjoy a stress-free festive season! Don’t forget, smol cleaning products have your back throughout so here’s to a wonderful Christmas.