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Archive for March 29th, 2011

If you’re short on time and have guests coming into town, getting your house ready can be a stressful task. Luckily, there are several ways to give the appearance of a new house without spending hours doing a deep clean. Take a look at the list below for some of the best ways to make your home shiny and clean in no time flat:

Sofa cushions – Are your sofa cushions looking worse for the wear? Make them look brand-new by flipping them over so your guests can’t see any stains or pet hair that may be on them. Or, drape a colorful blanket over the back of the sofa to cover any imperfections.

Towels – Take a look through your kitchen and bathroom. If you find stained towels, pick them up and refold them with the clean part facing out. Or, roll them up into cylinders and arrange them on a pyramid on your counter.

Dirty dishes – If the sink is full and you just don’t have time to empty the dishwasher, place the dirty dishes in a cabinet or large stockpot to get them out of the way – just don’t forget about them later!

Odd smells – Can you still smell last night’s dinner? To cover it up, light candles or incense around the house. Or, boil a combination of orange peels, nutmeg, cloves, and cinnamon on the stove to give the room a fresh, new smell.

Pet hair – Eliminate pet hair by using a lint roller. Roll it over your pillows and blankets, rugs, and other areas that collect hair throughout the house.