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The Day-After-Thanksgiving Deep Clean: How to Reset Your Home Fast

  • Writer: We Love Your Home FL
    We Love Your Home FL
  • 19 hours ago
  • 3 min read

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Thanksgiving is full of joy, laughter, leftovers, and… a mess. The kitchen looks like a cooking show gone wrong. The fridge is packed. Someone left a cranberry stain on something beige. And the living room looks “well-loved.”

But here’s the good news:You can bring your home back to calm in less than a day — with a few smart, simple resets.

At We Love Your Home FL, we know the day after Thanksgiving is the unofficial kickoff to the busiest season of the year. These steps will help you move from chaos to Christmas-ready with confidence.


1. Start With the Kitchen (But Not the Dishes First)

This is the heart of the holiday mess. But don’t start with dishes — start with clearing space.

Steps:

  • Put away food first

  • Wipe down counters

  • Toss obvious trash

  • Empty the sink

Then load the dishwasher last — it feels easier when the surfaces are already clean.

Why it works: Opening space reduces stress instantly.

Quirky Tip: Simmer a pot of water with orange peels + a cinnamon stick while you clean — it resets the whole mood of your kitchen.

2. Tackle High-Traffic Floors

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Thanksgiving crumbs leave a trail like confetti.

What to do:

  • Quick vacuum

  • Sweep visible debris

  • Spot mop sticky areas

Why it works: Clean floors instantly make a home feel “reset.”

Quirky Tip: Use a lint roller on your rugs for a fast, oddly satisfying fix.

3. Refresh the Living Room

This is where people napped, snacked, and lounged.

Quick reset:

  • Fold blankets

  • Fluff pillows

  • Put remotes + toys away

  • Wipe the coffee table

Why it works: A tidy living room looks like a full clean, even if it’s just a 10-minute reset.

Quirky Tip: Face all throw pillows with the “good side” up — stylist trick that makes the whole room look refreshed.

4. Handle the Guest Bathroom

A quick bathroom reset prevents stress the rest of the weekend.

Steps:

  • Replace towels

  • Wipe counters

  • Clean faucet + mirror

  • Empty trash

Why it works: Guests notice bathrooms, even the day after.

Quirky Tip: Place a eucalyptus stem in a small vase — instant “spa” effect.


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5. Do a 10-Minute Declutter in Each Room

Set a timer and move room to room with a laundry basket.

Grab:

  • Toys

  • Cups

  • Clothes

  • Decor out of place

  • Random Thanksgiving gear

Then sort later.

Why it works: Your home looks reset in minutes — even if the basket is full.

Quirky Tip: Play upbeat holiday music — you’ll move faster without realizing it.





6. End with the Fridge (Not the Beginning!)

Once the kitchen and counters are clean, THEN you organize leftovers.

Steps:

  • Toss anything questionable

  • Combine duplicate leftovers

  • Wipe spills

  • Organize shelves

Why it works: A clean fridge sets the tone for the rest of the holiday season.

Quirky Tip: Make a “leftovers shelf” so everyone isn’t opening every container to find the good stuff.

Need a Full Reset?

We Can Help You Recover from Thanksgiving.

If the day after Thanksgiving feels overwhelming, or you want a fresh start before Christmas decorating begins, our team can help.

  • Merry Maids for in-home deep cleaning

  • My Window Guys for bright, clear holiday light reflections

  • My Soft Wash Guys for sparkling exteriors and clean entryways

We Love Your Home FL A cleaner home, a calmer season, and the space to enjoy what matters most.

 
 
 
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