Make your home guest-ready with these five easy tips

A chaotic household can often be the biggest hurdle keeping us from entertaining. These tips will help you stay sane and in control before, during and after the party.

PREPARE FOR MESS BEFORE GUESTS ARRIVE

This one seems a bit obvious, but the more prepared you are before everyone arrives, the less you’ll have to manage after they leave. This can include placing trash receptacles in noticeable areas, emptying out the dishwasher so it’s ready for those dirty dishes at the end of the night or even cleaning out your refrigerator to make room for extra food and drinks that people may bring.

FILL YOUR HOME WITH TOOLS FOR SUCCESS

Having cleaning tools and solutions nearby can set you up for smooth and quick cleanups. For this, cord-free convenience is key. Hoover’s Blade vacuum is cordless and lightweight, with LED headlights to easily spot overlooked areas no matter what time of day. The versatile brush-roll transitions from hard to carpeted surfaces without loss of suction and even cleans hard-to-reach places overhead with the removable handvacuum.

FOCUS ON ESSENTIAL CLEANING

Entertaining is meant to be enjoyed! So there’s no need to feel overwhelmed by household cleaning duties. Experts recommend making room in the fridge, wiping down the bathroom and other visible surfaces where the guests will mingle. Remove clutter, and follow up with a quick dust and vacuum. Voila, you’re guest ready.

CLEVER SOAK STATION

Simply place a few bins filled with soapy water in the kitchen to save you unnecessary scrubbing time — later. Another time saver would be to load the dishwasher before dessert is served.

BE READY FOR UNEXPECTED MESSES

No need to cry over spilled wine. Portable cleaners like Hoover’s Spotless Go can tackle both wet and dry messes. Even better, they can be easily stored and accessed under the kitchen sink, foyer closet or bathroom cupboard. Ideal for messes that need to be cleaned up fast.