7 tips for cleaning up after the Christmas party | Free Malaysia Today (FMT)

Vacation is fun, but cleaning up can be really painful. (Raw pixel photo)

Gatherings are part of what makes celebrations in Malaysia fun, although the pandemic has changed the rules for carrying them out.

However, it is always a joy when friends and family come to celebrate the season. That being said, the part that nobody likes is the cleaning!

If you have company for the next few days, don't worry - these tips will make cleaning up after the holidays easy and efficient.

1. Clean on the go

You don't have to wait for the party to end; The best way to deal with a disaster is to do it early. Spills, stains and breaks must be cleaned up immediately to reduce the risk of injury and damage.

Pick up leftover food, sweep up crumbs, and throw away the trash as it builds up. Have paper towels and cleaning rags ready.

And don't worry about looking like a magician, your guests will understand.

2. Strategy

Cleaning the entire house after a party can be overwhelming. Everything is a mess so where do you start? The celebrations can also last all day and late into the night.

Go about cleaning one area at a time by breaking down tasks into smaller, more manageable tasks. Some things need to be done immediately; others can wait until you feel more energetic and focused.

Prioritize specific cleaning areas based on the amount and type of damage, or even how often you use a particular room.

Reduce the vacation clutter by only giving your guests access to certain areas in and around your home. (Raw pixel photo)

3. Manage food waste

Some of the things to deal with right away include trash, food waste, and leftover food. Often the guests are very happy to "tapau" leftover food, especially tasty and festive dishes.

If you have food left over after your guests leave home, be sure to store it properly before it spoils or attracts pests.

4. Throwing away

From food waste to packaging to trash in general, trash tends to pile up, the more people there are, the more festive it gets.

Quickly pick up the trash and pack it securely. Pay special attention to leftover food that could leak and attract pests. Separate recyclables on the go.

It is best to dispose of your trash in the trash can outside your home as soon as possible to reduce clutter and litter in your home.

5. Address the guest areas

The messiest parts of your home are clearly the areas that have been occupied by guests. These can include the kitchen, dining room, living room, and porch.

Gently sweep these spaces and clean the areas where the food was served to remove crumbs and leftovers.

You can also easily clean the bathrooms and clean them more thoroughly later.

Break your cleaning up into smaller, more manageable tasks so things don't get overwhelming. (Free photo)

6. facilitate storage

If you can't do a thorough cleaning, tidy up your house with a quick sweeper, vacuum cleaner, and rag. Before vacuuming, shake bedding, couches, and bedding to remove crumbs and debris, and wipe surfaces to remove grease stains and fingerprints.

Rearrange and replace furniture and save party decorations, additional chairs and party settings to give your room its normal feel.

7. Be prepared

The key to success is good preparation before and after the party. Renovate your home before the holidays. Allow guests to only access certain areas.

If doing laundry is a hassle, use disposable tablecloths, plates, and cutlery. Make an inventory of the types of activities and food, number of guests, and event schedule to help plan your cleaning strategy.

This article first appeared on kaodim.com .

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