Kimberly Uy's Blog: Get Ready in a Hurry – Free Holiday Cleaning Checklists

It’s that time of year – you have limited time and energy and need some quick cleaning tips. I have a system for that! My 30 Minute Quick Clean is the perfect holiday Cleaning checklist. I’ve broken down the tasks most homes need to do a little reset on into 3 categories: The Basics, Ambience, and Cleaning Extras. I find that using a checklist not only guides me, it keeps me on task.

Here’s the system I follow:

I start with The Basics. These are the main areas in the home and most noticeable if someone is dropping by or if things have gotten away from me a bit. If this is all I get to, that’s FINE! If I have extra time or if I’m feeling like continuing, I move beyond the basics.

THE BASICS

These tasks are a great starting (or ending) point. Work in this order for maximum efficiency.

pick up entryway
do a quick declutter on main level
vacuum/sweep noticeable dirt
wipe down kitchen counters & table
put dirty dishes in dishwasher or sink
put out clean kitchen towels
wipe down bathroom sinks
clean toilets
put out clean bathroom towels

CLEANING EXTRAS

Extra tasks that step up the reset up a notch, use these to start off your extras and feel free to add any others to the blank spots on the checklist.

wipe down mirrors
fluff pillows and arrange throw blankets
wipe off appliance fronts
quick dust

AMBIENCE

If you’re using this checklist before company comes over or just want to create a cozy atmosphere, check these things off the list.

light a candle or start a diffuser
turn on tabletop lights
turn on the music
adjust the thermostat

I put this 30 Minute Quick Clean into checklist form if you’d like to follow along. Come check out the Free Printable Library – you’ll find all sorts of cleaning checklists perfect for getting ready for the holidays! A couple of my favorites? The Kitchen Speed Cleaning Checklist and the Appliance Quick Clean Checklist – they simplify the process of cleaning in the kitchen and make it a little easier. Go to the free printables page, enter your email address ONE TIME and I’ll send you the password you can use to access the free printables page. If you already have the password, simple enter it, check out the updates.

Here’s a visual of the steps too if that’s easier to follow! Put on a holiday playlist and I bet you’ll be quick cleaning your house in no time!

I also have a whole section in the shop with printable kits designed to make your life easier. They are all fillable so you can type in your own info or fill it out by hand. You can find them here in the shop.