
This is soooo exciting!
Company's Coming
How to clean up in minutes for unexpected guests
By Karen Pallarito Posted January 16, 2009 from Woman's Day; February 10, 2009
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Friends called to say they're coming by, but your house is a mess. Kansas City home stagers Judy Baier and Becky Beyer tell you how to whip it into shape before the doorbell rings.
Prioritize Tackle obvious messes in the rooms where guests will gather. "First impressions are important," says Beyer, so get rid of jackets tossed on chairs and newspapers strewn on the table. Load the dishwasher.
Delegate Have your husband do a quick vacuum of high-traffic areas, while your kids pick up stray toys.
Refresh Use wipes to quickly clean and deodorize bathrooms. Hang fresh towels.
Welcome Keep prepackaged cookie dough on hand and pop a tray in the oven before your guests arrive. Your home will smell delicious and you'll have a sweet treat to offer your friends.
How to clean up in minutes for unexpected guests
By Karen Pallarito Posted January 16, 2009 from Woman's Day; February 10, 2009
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woman39s_day341:http://www.womansday.com/Articles/Shelter/Organizing-Cleaning/Company-s-Coming.html
Friends called to say they're coming by, but your house is a mess. Kansas City home stagers Judy Baier and Becky Beyer tell you how to whip it into shape before the doorbell rings.
Prioritize Tackle obvious messes in the rooms where guests will gather. "First impressions are important," says Beyer, so get rid of jackets tossed on chairs and newspapers strewn on the table. Load the dishwasher.
Delegate Have your husband do a quick vacuum of high-traffic areas, while your kids pick up stray toys.
Refresh Use wipes to quickly clean and deodorize bathrooms. Hang fresh towels.
Welcome Keep prepackaged cookie dough on hand and pop a tray in the oven before your guests arrive. Your home will smell delicious and you'll have a sweet treat to offer your friends.




