Focus your efforts on these cleaning tasks to get your home company-ready in mere minutes.

The hours before a party or gathering always seem to fly by.

Pick up the entryway.

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Start with your entryway to ensure guests are greeted by a tidy, welcoming space.

Remove clutter near the door and make room for guests to kick off shoes and hang up coats.

Tidy up the kitchen.

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Chances areguests will end up in the kitchenat some point.

A lightweight, cordless vacuum lets you easily move from room to room without wasting time on tangled cords.

Take a few minutes toclean the bathroomthat guests are likely to use.

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To save time, squirttoilet bowl cleanerin the bowl first, then start on other surfaces while it sanitizes.

Wipe down the countertops and sink using an all-purpose cleaner.

(Just a damp microfiber cloth can also work if you’re really in a hurry.

)Use glass cleanerto remove smudges and water spots from the mirror.

Lastly, put outfresh hand towelsand ensure the bathroom is stocked with plenty of soap and toilet paper.

Do a quick declutter.

Fluff living room furniture.

Here’s how to give your living room a more polished look instantly.

Start by straightening and fluffing the sofa cushions and pillows.

Do a quick dusting job on easily visible areas such as coffee tables, lamps, andlampshades.

Visit your front door.

Lots of us don’t use our front door every time we enter or exit.

That means you might not notice when dirt or leaves or even cobwebs appear.

But it’s the first impression for your guests.

So take a look at your front door and the outdoor area around it.

Sweep the front porch and knock down any cobwebs.