Tackle different rooms, especially the areas you may often overlook, like kitchen countertops or the guest bathroom.

With these cleaning pro tips, you’ll have a sparkling home in no time.

Create a comfortable experience for them by prepping their room in advance or changing out some outdated decor.

Close up of holiday mantel

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Weve gathered expert tips for making holiday hosting easy and items that will elevate their overall stay.

Day 1 - 7 Day Spruce Up - Get Organizing

The Spruce / Photo Illustration by Corinne Mucha / Julie Soefer

Organized under sink bathroom storage

Classic modern living room with holiday decor

White bathroom with teal cabinets and gold mirrors

Shoe racks we recommend displayed with pairs of shoes on floor, rug, and door

Day 2 - 7 Day Spruce Up - Make a Clean Slate

The Spruce / Photo Illustration by Corinne Mucha / Jason Donnelly

Artificial Christmas tree being cleaned with white towel

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hand putting essential oil into Asakuki diffuser

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Day 3 - 7 Day Spruce Up - Deck the Halls

The Spruce / Photo Illustration by Corinne Mucha / Jay Wilde

Christmas Wreaths

Emily Henderson Christmas Mantel Decor

rustic christmas tree

White and blue Christmas tablescape

Day 4 - 7 Day Spruce Up - Get Gifting

The Spruce / Photo Illustration by Corinne Mucha / Dane Tashima

Beautifully wrapped presents in neutral color scheme

Floral Recipe Tin on a textured orange background

Best Gifts for the Whole Family

The Gourmet Gift Baskets White Wine Gift Basket is partially opened with the box it arrives in behind it.

Day 5 - 7 Day Spruce Up - Gear Up for Guests

The Spruce / Photo Illustration by Corinne Mucha / Joyelle West

guest room ideas

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thanksgiving tablescape

fall tablescape with drinks and flowers

Day 6 - 7 Day Spruce Up - Party Planning

The Spruce / Photo Illustration by Corinne Mucha / Jay Wilde

Christmas Party Ideas

Red napkins folded on Christmas tablescape

Martha Stewart holds a martini

collage of a red placemat topped with a bowl and spoon on a blue background

Day 7 - 7 Day Spruce Up - Clean Up

The Spruce / Photo Illustration by Corinne Mucha / Stocksy

Zober Gift Wrapping Storage

Holiday decor and ornaments being organized and stored

how long to leave up holiday decor

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