Knock, knock. Who?s there" It’s your in-laws.
Whether you enjoy or dislike family company, there will come a time when they will come to visit. Here are some quick tips to clean and prepare your home for VIP guests. We have included some last minute touches that will leave a big impression.
The Basic Cleanup Plan

Top to Bottom: Start upstairs or at the highest level of your home. Do a quick clean sweep to pick up clutter and laundry with a basket. Wipe down furniture and dresser tops for dust. Change the guest bed sheets, fluff the pillows and add extra blankets. While in the guest room, check the lamps and light bulbs, organize and make space in the guest bedroom drawers and closet. Mop or vacuum the floors that they will be traversing during their visit. Bathrooms: Tackle the bathrooms and pay special attention to the guest bathroom. Use a bathroom cleaner to pre-treat the shower, bathtub, countertops, and the toilet. Scrub the surfaces thoroughly after a few minutes. Use a glass cleaner to spray the mirrors and the faucets. Put out clean hand towels, guest soap and stock the linen closet with toilet paper, tissues and fresh towels. Check the bathroom trash can and discard any waste before putting in a new trash liner. Add a cleaning tablet in the toilet.
Common Space: Turn your attention to the highly trafficked and visible areas of your home. Vacuum rooms and hallways. Decorative baskets with lids are smart and quick ways organize and hide clutter. Straight...