During the holiday season, I enjoy decorating, baking delicious treats, indoor gardening and snuggling with the dogs. I'm always looking forward to putting my feet up and sipping on some hot cocoa while watching all of the Christmas lights twinkle around me. Before I get to savor those simple moments, I want to make sure my home is tidy. While you enjoy the beautiful gleam coming from those glowing holiday lights, you can also enjoy your glowing floors as well!
The holidays can be a chaotic time. With a few tools in your cleaning arsenal, you can stay one step ahead! Using Bona products helps me make cleanup easy, so I can focus on the things that matter. Thanks to my supplies, 10 to 15 minutes is all I really need to spend on tidying up! Here are some tips so you can tackle cleaning and continue to make those unforgettable holiday memories!
Clean As You Go
Don't let muck and mess build up over time. It's important to keep your surfaces and floors clean, daily, over the holiday season. This way, dirt and mud don't get tracked all over the house. I use my Bona mop with the disposable dusting cloths every evening. This takes less than 5 minutes every day! It's so quick and easy and the cloths lock away dirt, dust and pet hair. All you have to do is grab it and go! It's lightweight with no cords and always ready to use when and where you need it!
Keep Entry Ways Clear Of Mud
I live in New England, and our winters can be very severe. I have to admit that I do track slush in the house when I clomp inside wearing my snow boots. My two chihuahuas also tend to track in mud on their paws. I may take my shoes off before I enter the living room or the kitchen, but my foyer still becomes a mess.
It's important to remember that when guests come over during celebrations and events, this is the first part of the house they see. For a quick fix I use Bona hardwood floor wet cleaning pads. They are super good at cleaning muck, dry fast and also leave no residue!
Focus On The Kitchen
Family and friends all tend to congregate around food. No matter how much you try to keep the entertainment in the living room or the dining room, people always end up in the kitchen. Make sure counters, stove tops and floors are crumb free. My Bona mop makes it easy to keep the kitchen floor clear of grime with it's washable and reusable microfiber pad. It can be used on hardwood, stone, tile and laminate floors.
Banish Those Tracks & Paw Prints
Animals and pets are a big part of many homes. They are a source of unconditional love, fun and dirt. So much dirt! When my pups trot in after play time or a walk, I am always shocked at how dirt ends up everywhere. It gets worse during the winter months with the mud, snow and road salt. I'm serious when I say that the Bona wet cleaning pads take care of it in a snap. Instead of spending hours on end fussing over a mess that won't quit, you can snuggle up by the tree with your pooch or feline friend.
Giveaway!
Enter to win $100 worth of Bona cleaning products to keep your home spotless this holiday season or a $150 SpaFinder gift card to help you enjoy the simple moments! Who doesn't want to be pampered and have floors that sparkle? Yes please!
Terms & Conditions: The contest runs until December 20, 2016 at 11:59 PM PST. The winner will be notified directly by Facebook messenger on, or before December 27, 2016. Entrants must be residents of the US and 18+ only. Winner will be randomly selected from entries via the Rafflecopter widget.
Do you have any holiday cleaning tips and tricks? Feel free to share with me in the comment section below or tweet me @thefreckledrose. If you have any friends or family who would be interested in Bona cleaning products, spread the word! Don't forget to remind them to enter the giveaway! Hope you are having a fun and relaxing holiday season. When you are feeling tired or overwhelmed, remember to stop and enjoy the simple moments!
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86 Comments
orana
December 3, 2016 at 3:52 amWow those look like great products! I hate mopping as much as I hate dirty floors. Its a catch 22.
Thefreckledrose
December 15, 2016 at 1:31 amI totally agree with that statement!
Teresa
December 3, 2016 at 12:32 amAll the right cleaning tips here – I am just trying to get the rest of my family to keep these tips in mind ow instead of always leaving them to me! The kids are old enough ow that they can sweep up after themselves!
Thefreckledrose
December 14, 2016 at 10:57 pmhaha I totally feel you Teresa!
Terri Steffes
December 3, 2016 at 12:09 amMy pups track in so much dirt and grime! this would make life so much easier!
Thefreckledrose
December 14, 2016 at 10:28 pmIt certainly does make life easier! I love my two dogs, but they do track in so much dirt. Thank goodness they are cute 🙂
Michelle
December 2, 2016 at 11:54 pmI haven’t heard of this brand but I’d love to try it. I entered so wish me luck! We’re hoping to do some remodeling and put in wood floors so I’ll be needing to clean them often. We live in the country and track in lots of dirt.
Thefreckledrose
December 14, 2016 at 8:20 pmThese products are such a big help around the house! Good luck in the giveaway Michelle 🙂
lisa
December 2, 2016 at 11:46 pmIt is that season indeed! We have a lot of wood floors too, and a dog, and four kids, so clearly I need a little Bona in my life!
Thefreckledrose
December 14, 2016 at 8:15 pmIt’s a big help that’s for sure Lisa!
Cynthia @craftoflaughter
December 2, 2016 at 11:04 pmYes it is the season I want my house tidy when people pop in! I suffer from those dirty paw prints so will have to check out the floor cleaner!
Thefreckledrose
December 14, 2016 at 8:09 pmMe too Cynthia! Dogs & cats are so cute but man, they can be dirty!
Jennifer Dunham
December 2, 2016 at 9:21 pmThis is great! During the holiday season there is always pressure to keep everything spick and span with so many guests coming in and out.
Thefreckledrose
December 14, 2016 at 8:07 pmThanks Jennifer! There totally is, I’ve vowed to stay ahead of it this year 🙂
Sophie Areli | Club Money Bin
December 2, 2016 at 9:05 pmWow Angie! You are an amazing photographer. The Bona company needs to hire you to take pictures for their products. I love this post. My favorite picture is of the dog paws on the floor. Great job!
Thefreckledrose
December 14, 2016 at 7:59 pmThank you so very much Sophie! I really appreciate your kind words 🙂
Ana De- Jesus
December 2, 2016 at 7:06 pmThis looks like the perfect way to mop up any spills or any paw prints that are in the home. A great way to keep the home clean.
Thefreckledrose
December 14, 2016 at 7:56 pmTotally agree Ana!
Emily
December 2, 2016 at 6:21 pmI had never heard of Bona before, but lord knows we need help keeping the house tidy this time of year. Will definitely check them out!
Thefreckledrose
December 2, 2016 at 7:08 pmHaving these products on hand definitely makes it less stressful for me 🙂
Coralee
December 2, 2016 at 4:17 pmHello and what a beautiful site you have. Your photos are beautiful. I had never heard of Bona before. The next time I am shopping for cleaning products, I might have to check the aisles for that brand. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Thefreckledrose
December 2, 2016 at 7:06 pmThank you Coralee! I appreciate the kind words 🙂
Julie Durfee
December 2, 2016 at 3:34 pmThese are great tips! I have never heard of Bona before but I am definitely always looking for new and easy ways to keep my house cleaner. Thanks for sharing. I’m definitely entering the giveaway! 🙂
Thefreckledrose
December 2, 2016 at 7:05 pmThanks Julie! Good luck in the giveaway 🙂
Dean @Mrs. AOK, A Work In Progress
December 2, 2016 at 1:37 pmLike Angela, we’re a no shoes in the house family too. However, I have a dog, so he’s fun to clean up after with his paw prints and hair everywhere. (heavy eye roll)
xo
Thefreckledrose
December 2, 2016 at 7:04 pmIt’s a good rule to have! My pups may be adorable, but they are the dirtiest little things! When I leave my house, I’m serious when I say the hair follows me. I keep lint brushes in every room. Good thing they are cute, it’s hard to get mad at them 🙂
Angela Tolsma
December 2, 2016 at 12:42 pmI have a rule no shoes beyond the entry way! I can’t stand having winter in the house! I’ll have to check out these products, I’ve never heard of this brand before.
Thefreckledrose
December 2, 2016 at 7:00 pmThat’s a great rule Angela! I completely agree, it gets messy fast during the winter months.
Michele Morin
December 2, 2016 at 8:42 amGreat post! Bona is fortunate to have you!
Thefreckledrose
December 2, 2016 at 6:59 pmThank you so much Michele!