How to Prep Your Home for the Holidays in 5 Easy Steps

It’s that time of year again when the leaves start to change color, the temperature starts to drop, and the holiday cheer begins! If you’re like me, you may be starting to get excited for all the upcoming festivities, but also feeling a little overwhelmed at the thought of all the preparation that needs to be done. Don’t worry though, The Home Depot is here to help! In this article, I’ll walk you through some tips and tricks on how to prep your home for the holidays.

Make room for all of your holiday decorations by getting rid of any unnecessary furniture or clutter. This will also make it easier to clean and deep clean your home in preparation for guests. For me it was all about transforming my daughter’s “Giant Playroom” back into a living room for everyone. So I had to sort through toys, donate things outgrown, and make space for the holidays.

Once your living spaces are decluttered, it’s time for a deep clean. Be sure to clean all of your floors, windows, and surfaces so that your home smells and looks fresh for guests. THE PINK STUFF Miracle Cleaning Paste All Purpose Cleaner is a great multi-purpose cleaner that removes dirt, grease, rust, and scuff marks. And as an added bonus it’s natural, cruelty-free, and made with vegan ingredients and has a fresh Rhubarb scent.

Once your home is clean, it’s time to start decorating! Deck out your windows with Christmas lights, hang wreaths on your door, and put up stockings on the mantelpiece. Get creative with your decorations and set the mood for a happy holiday season.

Rearrange furniture to create new spaces for gatherings. If you have a lot of people coming over, consider creating a separate dining area or seating area near the Christmas tree. This will make it easier for everyone to gather together and celebrate.

I finally finished my eat-in Kitchen area. It’s the perfect cozy seating area off the kitchen where guests can sit while dinner or breakfast is prepared. I made this bench seating and paired it with two Grey Fabric Upholstered Dining Chairs. These chairs are super comfy and we love them.

One of the most important aspects of holiday preparation is food preparation. Make sure you have all of the supplies you need for cooking festive meals, from pots and pans to serving dishes and utensils. Set up a designated workspace in your kitchen so you can prepare meals without any fuss or mess. Did you know you can actually purchase small kitchen appliances from The Home Depot, online and sometimes in the store?
This year my go-to kitchen essentials are my Cuisinart Bread Maker and the NINJA Foodi 5-in-1 Indoor Grill. These are serious holiday food preparation “game changers.” Everyone will be talking about the delicious food they had at your place when you cook with these.

Have fun decorating for the holidays. The holidays can be a stressful time with loads of demands. So don’t feel as though everything has to be perfect at all times. For example, sometimes your space will be a little messy. This is what my home looks like with kids during the holidays ;). But it’s ok. I don’t sweat the little things. The holidays are not about perfection. It’s about the quality time spent with those you love. Just remember that as you prepare for the holidays.