Chinese New Year is almost here, which means that it’s time to tackle all the spring cleaning chaos! But don’t panic, because we’ve got 9 last-minute spring-cleaning hacks to get your home ready just in time for the celebrations. Let’s clear out the clutter, bring in the good fortune, and make your home ready for CNY!
Take Down Christmas Decoration
Still have that Christmas tree up? Or some Santa and Slinger decorations around your house? Well, now is the perfect time to swap them all with some lanterns and festive Chinese New Year ornaments. Red lanterns, gold accents, and paper cuttings will instantly transform your space. With the new decorations, your house will be ready to welcome the new year with luck and joy!
Focus On High-Impact Areas
Short on time? Don’t stress about cleaning every inch of your home, as this will make your cleaning chore even harder. Focus on high-traffic areas like the living room, kitchen, and dining area—the places where guests will gather. A clean and cozy space in these areas will make a lasting impression without the need to scrub the entire house.
Replace the Doormat
Believe it or not, a fresh doormat can make a world of difference. It’s the first thing guests see when they enter your home, so swap out that worn-out of for a brand-new mat. It’s a simple way to invite prosperity and keep dirt at the door!
Clean the Lightbulbs
Dusty lightbulbs can dull the vibe of your home. Thus, one of the best and quickest solutions to make your home ready for CNY is to wipe or replace the bulb if needed. Bright, clean lights will instantly lift the atmosphere and make everything feel fresher and more inviting to your CNY gatherings.
Wipe the Windows
Smudges and fingerprints on widows? Not exactly the best way to welcome family and friends for the CNY celebration. Make sure you do a quick wipe with a cleaner to leave them streak-free and sparkling. Windows can be the first thing that people notice before entering your home, to leave a lasting impression during gatherings, it’s important to focus on cleaning the windows properly even if you are short on time.
Declutter First
Nothing screams “chaos” like clutter. A cluttered house can make it harder for you to clean, and you need to spend hours to clean. Before you even start deep cleaning, take some time to declutter. Donate items you haven't used in the past year or store away unnecessary things. Decluttering isn’t just about tidiness, but it’s also the essence of cleaning before CNY. In Chinese traditions cleaning the house before the celebration is a must to clear out the old to make space for the new blessings.
Use Multipurpose Cleaners
Why juggle ten different bottles of cleaning products when one can do the job just fine? Grab a good multipurpose cleaner and tackle multiple surfaces at once. It’s faster, and easier, and makes spring cleaning before the CNY gathering feels like less of a hassle.
Set a Timer
Without a plan, you could spend hours scrubbing one spot in your house. If you only have limited time, making sure that you are on track during the cleaning is important. To ensure this doesn't happen, you should set a timer for each area of your home and stick to it.
This will keep you on track and prevent the cleaning process from dragging on. With proper planning and timing, you can ensure that other important CNY tasks like buying new clothes for the family, doing CNY shopping, and even preparing the red envelopes—don’t get overlooked!
Get the Family Involved
Why clean alone when you can turn it into a family affair? Get everyone involved–assign tasks by age and skill level. Adults can handle deep cleaning, teens can manage windows and fixtures, and little ones can dust and organize toys. Not only will it make the process faster, but it’ll also get everyone in the CNY spirit!
Prepare Your Home for CNY with Luce Spring Cleaning Services!
Too busy to tackle it all yourself? Let the pros handle it! Instead of doing all the deep cleaning chores by yourself, it is best to hire Luce Spring Cleaning Services. Our reliable cleaners can help to make your home spotless and ready to welcome the Lunar New Year.
Book now and enjoy a stress-free, sparkling home just in time for CNY!
