30 Things You Need To Do Before Houseguests Arrive

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Peanut allergies, crippling fears of germs, abominable political views--houseguests can be full of surprises. Put your best self--and home--forward with these 30 preparedness to-dos.

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1. Buy Fresh Flowers.

2. Buy Any Extra Toothbrush Or Two.

3. Stow Anything Truly Embarrassing.



4. But Leave Out Some Things That Make Your House Look Lived In.

5. Wipe The Ceiling-Fan Blades.

6. Clean Out... Then Fill Up The Fridge.

7. Gather Guests' Dietary Needs And Allergies.



8. Make Space In The Guest Room Closet.

9. Make A Spare Key.

10. Investigate Your Couch Cushions.

11. Dust Your Surfaces.



12. Make Up The Guest Beds Like A Boss.

13. Leave Plenty Of Extra Towels (Folded Like A Pro) At The Food Of The Bed.

14. Make Sure The Sink And Dishwasher Are Empty.

15. Replace Dish And Hand Towels

16. Replace Your Shoer Curtain Liner.

17. Clean Inside The Microwave.



18. Open The Windows.

19. Put Fancy Hand Soup By The Sink, And Nice Shampoo In The Shower.

20. Dim The Lights.

21. Make Your Home's Quirks Known Ahead Of Time.

22. Lay Our Fancy-Pants Amenity.

23. Prepare Some Fail-Safe Activities.

24. Buy An Extra Bag Of Ice.

25. Have Filtered H2O At The Ready.



26. Prepare Thine Cheeseboard.

27. Stock Minibar.

28. Light A Candle.

29. Turn Off The TV And Put On Some Relaxing Music.

30. Put Yourself Together, Too.



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