The speed cleaning routine to get your home sparkling clean in just 30 minutes! Yes, you read that right. I’ve timed it. Growing up, cleaning for the holidays was a major operation—a week-long event of scrubbing and polishing. But I’ve discovered the magic of shortcuts and hacks.
Now, I’m sharing them with you, so you can get a spotless home without spending your entire weekend cleaning. Bonus: here’s a free printable cleaning checklist to keep you on track.
Ok, let’s jump into my best Christmas speed cleaning hacks.
Step 1: Conquer the Bathroom
Gloves on, friends! We’re starting where it counts: the bathroom. Grab your favorite cleaner, spray down every surface, and let the cleaner do its thing.
Key Spots to Target:
- Around the Toilet: Spray the base, wall, and all surrounding areas. If you’ve got boys in the house, you’ll thank me.
- Under the Toilet Seat Tabs: If it’s been a while, pop those tabs off and give them a good scrub. Trust me, it’s oddly satisfying (but not necessary for a speed clean, but you may want to circle back to this at some point).
- Finishing Touch: Drop a bleach tablet in the toilet tank to keep it fresh with every flush.
Step 2: The “Spray and Walk Away” Tub Hack
Your bathtub doesn’t need elbow grease—it needs time. A quick speed cleaning tip is to spray your tub and shower with your favorite cleaner …and walk away. Let the cleaner handle the soap scum and then all you need to do is rinse it off after 15 minutes. No scrubbing required!
Step 3: Tackle the Counters and Mirrors
Clear the clutter with a “Get Ready Bin”. This is the container where you gather all your daily essentials that are sitting on the counter, put them into the bin and tuck it away when you’re cleaning.
For mirrors and glass, use a foaming glass cleaner. It’s quick, effective, and leaves zero streaks. Pair it with a microfiber cloth for shiny results in just 30 seconds.
Step 4: Main Living Areas
The Magic of the Tidy Tote: This is your secret weapon. Keep all your cleaning supplies in one tote, and use the empty middle space for things that don’t belong. As you move from room to room, put away misplaced items without backtracking.
Clutter Catchers: Strategically place baskets around your living spaces for common clutter—toys, papers, or random items. These baskets keep surfaces clear and make tidying up a breeze.
✨ Pro Tip: Take a picture of your living room or kitchen. You’ll notice clutter you’ve been blind to because you see it every day. Use this perspective to target trouble spots.
Step 5: Kitchen in 8 Minutes
Focus on Dishes: Spend five minutes loading the dishwasher or clearing the sink. Dishes are the biggest visual culprit of a messy kitchen.
Clear the Counters: Use your Tidy Tote to gather items that don’t belong. Just like in the living room, keep a clutter catcher in the kitchen for mail, papers, and odds and ends.
One Product Wonder: Choose a multi-surface cleaner that’s ammonia-free. It works on glass, stainless steel, wood, and countertops, saving you time and effort.
Step 6: Dust and Floors in a Flash
Dust: A Swiffer duster is your best friend for speed cleaning. It traps dust on light fixtures, cobwebs, and surfaces in seconds. For heavier buildup, you may need to wet dust, but a regular Swiffer pass every week or two keeps things manageable.
Mop: Forget the bucket and mop combo. Use a spray mop (like this one) with a reusable pad for quick cleanups. In one minute, you can tackle sticky spots or spills in your kitchen and living areas.
Step 7: De-Stink Your Home
The final touch to a clean house is a great smell. Guests can smell what you can’t. Light a candle or whip up a simmer pot with oranges and cinnamon sticks for an inviting holiday aroma.
There you have it: a sparkling home in just 30 minutes!
The secret to speed cleaning is consistency and smart shortcuts. When you speed clean daily, your home never gets out of control and with these tips, even last-minute holiday guests will think you’ve been scrubbing all weekend.
Don’t forget to grab the free printable cleaning checklist here. It breaks down each step and includes how much time you should be spending on each task to help keep you on track.
Oh and if you’re looking for to go a little deeper – here’s some deep cleaning motivation!
Happy cleaning, and enjoy your spotless, festive home!
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