How to (Quickly) Clean for the New Year: A Step-by-Step Guide

Cleaning after the holidays can feel just as overwhelming as before the festivities, with decorations to take down, clutter to clear, and leftover messes to tackle. But don鈥檛 worry鈥攖his house cleaning checklist will help you quickly get your home back in order for the new year ahead! Plus, at the end of the article, you鈥檒l find a downloadable list of our top product recommendations to help you tackle your post-holiday cleaning.听

To clean efficiently, focus on the areas of your home that need the most attention after the holidays: the living room, bathroom, and kitchen.听

Note: The steps provided here are general guidelines. Always follow the specific instructions on the back label of your cleaning products for the best results and safety.听

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听The Bathroom听

Clear the countertops and floor of all items
Dust all surfaces from the top down, knocking all debris onto the floor
Apply your toilet bowl cleaner and allow it to sit for the recommended time
Meanwhile, spray your mirror and any other glass surfaces, then wipe clean
Scrub the toilet and flush
Spray and clean your sink and countertops with your favorite cleaner (ours is Zep Shower, Tub, and Tile Cleaner)
Sweep or vacuum the floor to remove dirt and debris
Mop the floor with a floor cleaner
Return all items to their places

Pro Tip: Remove mold and mildew stains quickly with Zep Mold Stain and Mildew Stain Remover听

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The Living Room听

Dust high surfaces like tables, lamps, and blinds from the top down听
Clear off coffee tables and end tables听
Spray cleaner on common surfaces (tables, TV stand, etc.), let sit, and wipe dry听
Vacuum furniture as needed (couches, chairs, pillows)听听

Pro Tip: Follow up by freshening up your furniture with Zep Air & Fabric Odor Eliminator听

Sweep or vacuum the floor听
Clean floors: spray hard floors with floor cleaner and wipe with a dry mop or spot treat carpet stains if necessary听
Return all moved items to their place听

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The Kitchen听

Clear off countertops and remove clutter听
Dust high surfaces like cabinet doors and light fixtures听
Spray countertops with cleaner and wipe听听
Spray, wipe, and rinse appliances (Zep Heavy-Duty Citrus Degreaser & Cleaner is perfect for stoves, fridges, etc.)听
Sweep or vacuum the floor to clear any debris听
Mop the floor with a floor cleaner听
Return all items to their place听

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With the right tools and a little bit of guidance, you can quickly clean up after the holiday chaos and enjoy the new year with a sparkling home. As a special gift, we have included a downloadable with our top product recommendations to make your cleaning even easier!听

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