My house is NOT perfectly clean. Bloggers strive to present their best foot forward so often that we sometimes forget to show our readers real-life. The truth is, we are real people who are far from perfect…and so is my house.
As a mother of two little girls and a mother of two fur-babies, our house is definitely messy at times, and even dirty at times. Chances are, if you were to drop by unannounced, you’d likely see our house in an imperfect state. While I do try to clean weekly, there are some weeks that I cannot give our home the attention I’d like to give it.
Today I’d like to share how to make your home appear cleaner than it really is.
1. Prioritize your high-traffic areas
If you don’t have time to clean your whole house, make sure the high-traffic, or “public” areas of your home get all the attention. Vacuum or sweep the floors in these areas, and wipe down furniture and surfaces with a microfiber cloth to catch any dust or debris. Straighten any rugs or furniture, and fluff your throw pillows.
2. Give your kitchen some attention
Wipe down those counters, sweep those floors, but most importantly, empty your sink and wash out your sink. Sinks are often the culprit of nasty smells, and it’s true that nothing makes your house look and feel messy like a sink full of dishes.
3. A pleasant smell goes a long way
A clean smelling house will not only make your home seem cozy and inviting, it will also make your home feel clean and refreshing. No one wants to smell trash, or worse- diapers or a litter box. Light a few candles, or use some wax burners to make your house smell amazing. My favorite candles are Capri Blue Volcano or Eden Spring candles (pictured above).
4. Make your bed
Having your bed made instantly makes your room feel clean and organized. If you want your room to instantly feel put together and tidy, take a few minutes to make your bed. It truly makes a big difference.
5. Declutter room-by-room
Walk through your home and declutter it, room by room. Pick up and put away any visible clutter that is sitting out, in the floor, or just otherwise not put away. Clutter makes your home seem dirty and messy, but when you take a few minutes to put it away, it makes your space seem so much cleaner and organized.
I hope you all have enjoyed these tips for making your home feel clean, even when you don’t have time to deep clean it. Next time you’re stressing out because company’s coming and your house is not in perfect, company-ready condition, remember these five tips. Not only will your house feel clean, but you’ll be less stressed and able to enjoy those visitors.
Have a wonderful weekend.
5 responses to “5 sneaky tricks to a visibly cleaner home”
Excellent tips! I need all the help I can get.
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Good tips! I’ve had one of those weeks myself this week! But I have to freshen my air naturally. Air fresheners, plug-ins and candles are full of neurotoxic petrochemicals to which a great many people are either sensitive or allergic. I can’t visit anyone who has them in their home. I know a young girl with asthma and chemical sensitivities who has had a number of near-fatal anaphylaxis episodes being in places with artificial fragrances present. Simmering a pot of water with citrus peel and spices works for me. I think #4 Make Your Bed is a biggie; it really makes a huge difference.
Thanks for the citrus peel and spice idea; I will have to try that. Thank you for visiting my blog- I hope you have a wonderful weekend.
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