Five after-party cleanup tips you don't want to miss
It might be difficult for a tired host or hostess to look around and realize there is so much to do but so little energy left in your body to accomplish it. Although most of the cleaning may be left until the following day, it is best to get a few jobs completed before going to bed, or you will wake up to an awful nightmare!
So, how do you handle post-party cleanup without exhausting yourself? It all starts before your visitors arrive! This article will provide strategies and ideas for making post-party cleanup less stressful, more organized, and easier. Read on!
Remove leftovers
Because it's never a good idea to keep food out for too long because it might deteriorate, the first thing you should do is shift food from big dishes into smaller food containers or Ziploc bags. Leftover chips or wafers may also be stored in airtight containers to keep them fresh; however, not everyone likes to save something sitting out for a while (the option is yours)!
Fill the dishwasher
It's a real turn-off to wake up to a sink full of dirty dishes! Furthermore, food particles and gravy stains will dry overnight and become more difficult to remove before loading the dishwasher. Similarly, if you want to hand-wash your dishes, rinse and soak them in a solution of water and dish soap the night before so that cleaning them the following day is a joy.
Glasses and other glassware are included; just put some water in them overnight. Soaking glasses and other utensils are not recommended since they are prone to breaking.
Collect and dispose of all empty bottles
Collect all of the empty glasses and bottles lying about, empty everything that isn't completed, and place recyclables in a robust and sturdy bag. Repeat this process with any leftover nibbles. Remove everything that has seen better days and keep it in sealed containers.
Doing all of this now means that when you return to the main party area, it will at least smell better, and you will be able to focus on cleaning rather than clearing.
Leave the floors for last.
By addressing the flooring last, you may avoid having to redo work. Begin with vacuuming, eliminating as much surface-level dust and filth as possible.
If you have carpet in the room, you may want to hire a professional carpet cleaner to remove any deep-set filth. Rugs are the same way.
Get rid of the sticky spots.
Leaving sticky spills overnight is a big NO! This is because they will harden, but prolonged contact with some spills may stain specific kinds of furniture. Grab an all-purpose cleaner and a microfiber cloth to effortlessly spot clean areas. With only a few sprays and a quick wipe down of the surface, you'll be done in seconds!
Takeaway
Once you've done cleaning up after the party, take a good shower, find a comfy place to relax, and relish the peace of mind that comes from knowing your house isn't what it was before your guests left.