Our top cleaning tips for the perfect Valentine’s Day celebrations at home

It’s officially the season of love! With the month of February now upon us, that means Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and the smell of romance starting to fill the air.

This year, we’re all about treating your special someone to an affordable and intimate at-home Valentine’s Day celebration, to really sweep them off their feet! So, dust off Cupid’s arrow and say goodbye to the crowded restaurants and bars, as it’s time to organise a cosy movie night-in, or romantic dining experience accompanied by a home-cooked meal or takeaway of their choice.

To create the perfect Valentine’s Day in the comfort of your own home, it’s important to not only consider the all-important post-celebration cleanup but also the initial preparation, from home cleaning and creating the perfect atmosphere, to showering your lover with heart-felt gifts.

In this blogpost, we share our top cleaning tips for celebrating the day of love at home, and how to successfully tackle the untidiness left from the night before!

At-home Valentine’s Day cleaning preparation to win their heart:

Create a comfortable and welcoming environment for your loved one by preparing your home ahead of your Valentine’s Day celebrations! Not only is this a thoughtful gesture but nothing says ‘I love you’ quite like creating a fresh and clean home for your special guest. Molly Maid’s Professional Cleaning Services support meaningful acts of care, helping you to effortlessly look after your home and prepare for special occasions!

Set the scene

Focus on the rooms you’ll be spending the majority of your time in and create the perfect atmosphere! Whether you’re planning a romantic dining experience, or a comfy movie night, setting the scene with dimmed lights and candles creates the ultimate cosy mood lighting – and don’t forget to pop on a chilled music playlist, or your favourite romantic love songs. A warm and romantic ambiance will be sure to make your Valentine’s Day celebrations one to remember.

Tidy, declutter and clean

A simple declutter can significantly improve the appearance of any space, helping to make it appear more spacious and inviting. Nothing ruins the vibe quite like clutter, so a quick tidy-up of the key areas around your home, such as the living room, kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms, will help to enhance the mood! By removing unnecessary items and giving everything a quick clean and polish, you can create the perfect environment for special Valentine celebrations! Molly Maid’s All Purpose Surface Cleaner is the sidekick you need to clean your space with ease! It’s also important to ensure your home is healthy, as well as clean. Remove any lingering bacteria across your surfaces with Molly Maid’s Antibacterial Surface Cleaner – the quick and easy way to keep your home in a healthy condition and the perfect environment for your guests!

Freshen up for a cleaner and healthier home

Letting in a breath of fresh February air, lighting your favourite scented candles and giving your furniture a spritz with a fabric freshener are some quick and easy ways to freshen up your home and help to remove any unwanted odour (Pet owners unite). A candle is also a great way to add a touch of romance to the atmosphere, perfect for special occasions and celebrations of love!

Valentine’s Day gift ideas to treat your loved one

Stuck on what to get your lover this Valentine’s Day? Choose from a tempting box of traditional heart-shaped chocolates or colourful bunch of flowers to something handmade and personalised, such as Valentine cards, love letters, jewellery and photos. Valentine’s Day gifting is a special way to show your affection and love.

Why not step it up a notch this year and treat your Valentine to the ultimate gift of time and relaxation with a Molly Maid gift card! Not only is this guaranteed to put a smile on their face but is a great way to show your love with something unique, personal and not available on the high street!

Show your home some love with a post-Valentine’s Day clean

Clean the kitchen and dining areas

Treated your bae to a cosy home-cooked meal, or sat back and relaxed with their favourite takeaway? Chances are, your kitchen and dining areas have now seen better days. It’s time to tackle the dirt with a thorough clean of kitchen worktops, table-tops and flooring, to remove any food leftover from the night before.

Molly Maid’s Kitchen and Bathroom Degreaser helps you take back control of your spaces and remove any dirt or grime left behind to keep your home clean and sparkling, ready for the second date!

Don’t forget to clean the oven!

When it’s finally time to tackle the kitchen clean, it’s easy to forget that your oven needs a little TLC too! If you’ve been cheffing it up for your special someone this Valentine’s Day, be sure to give your oven a thorough clean to remove any lingering leftovers, grease or burn marks.

Give the stains a scrub

Fallen victim to a dreaded red wine spillage, or a bittersweet chocolate disaster? Dabbing and blotting carpets and furniture with clean, absorbent cloths or towels should do the trick and ensure for quick and easy stain removal. Use water if necessary, and leave to dry – just remember, do not rub!

Hoover and sweep

Gather any fallen flower petals or wrapping paper that has made its way across your floors with a quick hoover and sweep! This is a small but mighty step that instantly improves the appearance of your home and makes general home maintenance much more simple!

Get the cleaning professionals in!

If you’re tackling a busy schedule and running low on time, or simply don’t know where to start – show yourself some love this Valentine’s Day with the special treat of a Molly Maid professional clean , talking the pressure away from hectic home maintenance.

Start your journey towards a sparkling home now, and get in touch with our friendly team to find out how we can help you!

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