Things You'll Need:
- Trash bags
- Paper towels or washcloths
- Floor mop
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Step 1
Get help. You don't have to clean the house alone. Designate a cleanup crew and deploy them to perform specific tasks.
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Step 2
Carry a large garbage bag and collect all the non-recyclable trash from all the rooms of the house. Pick up all party clutter and disposable plates, cups and utensils.
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Step 3
Collect all recyclable trash like cans, glass bottles and plastic containers.
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Step 4
Bring all glassware, china, flatware and leftover food to the kitchen.
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Step 5
Address urgent matters like spills and stains on the carpet, table linens and sensitive furniture. The sooner the spills and stains are attended to, the easier they are to get rid of.
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Step 6
Check all leftover food and drinks; refrigerate or discard promptly.
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Step 7
Use the dishwasher. Load the heavy and oversized china and serving platters so you won't have to hand-wash them.
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Step 8
Soak the remaining soiled dishes in the sink for the next morning's load. Soaking will keep them from crusting up or developing unpleasant odors overnight.
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Step 9
Wipe off any major spills or stains from the kitchen floor before going to bed. You don't want to slip and fall before your first cup of coffee.
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Step 10
In the morning, put all the clean dishes and glassware away, clean and disinfect the kitchen counters, mop the floors and then start planning for your next home party.















Comments
DiscountTickets said
on 10/9/2008 Great Article, great ideas.
blingaling said
on 10/9/2008 Very well written with useful tips.. 5 stars!
Flip-n-Out said
on 10/9/2008 Clean-up crews are an awesome idea! *****
Diablo2 said
on 10/9/2008 I feel awful for leaving my mom's house dirty so many times before. lol thanks for the article.
Haoie said
on 10/8/2008 Better yet, get the last few people left to help with their own mess.