Hosting This Christmas? Here Are Our Top Cleaning Tips for a Calm and Cosy Home

Hosting at Christmas sounds magical in theory: fairy lights twinkling, mulled wine flowing, everyone full of festive cheer. In reality? You’re panic-cleaning crumbs off the sofa and pretending you’re not stressed about your family arriving before you’ve dusted every surface.

If that sounds familiar, don’t worry. Whether you’re hosting your family, your mates or just your dog in a Santa hat, these simple cleaning tips will get your home calm, cosy and ready for Christmas guests.

1. Start With the Spaces That Matter

When it comes to Christmas cleaning, focus on the rooms guests will actually use: the living room, kitchen and bathroom. Declutter surfaces, give everything a quick wipe and open a window for a fresh burst of air (even if it’s freezing).

If your sofa’s seen one too many movie nights, refresh it with a lint roller and fabric spray. Or, if you’re ready for an upgrade, look for sofas that are made with easy-clean fabrics. Spilt red wine? Dropped mince pie? No problem. Hosting over Christmas suddenly feels less risky.

Got a stain you can't tackle? Follow our step-by-step guide on how to clean a fabric sofa.

2. Bring Out the Baking Soda

Your secret weapon for festive freshness is probably already in the cupboard. Sprinkle baking soda on sofas, rugs or even mattresses, leave it for half an hour and then vacuum it up. It instantly neutralises odours and makes your space smell brand new.

Utilise deep, comfy cushions like our Model 15 and Model 06 for collapsing onto after you’ve conquered the pre-Christmas clean.

3. Declutter Like a Pro

When in doubt, channel your inner home organisation influencer. Anything that doesn’t have a festive function goes. That pile of random post on the coffee table? Gone. Spare blankets for guests? Keep.

Our storage ottomans and storage sofa beds are a game-changer for quick clean-ups. Hide away the clutter, keep your living room looking sleek and still have somewhere to rest your feet (or that chocolate selection pack you’ve been eyeing up across the kitchen.)

4. Focus on the Cosy Details

Once the deep clean is done, it’s time to make things feel warm and inviting. Light a candle, throw on a soft blanket and add a few festive cushions. Think less show home and more “Love Actually living room.”

Comfy seating is key. The Model 02 armchair is basically built for curling up with a Christmas film and a mug of mulled wine. Turn the big light off, add a soft rug and some fairy lights, and you’ve nailed that cosy hosting aesthetic.

5. Quick Fixes for Last-Minute Guests

Got a message saying “on our way” and your house still looks like Santa’s workshop after a long day? Here are your instant clean-up tricks:

• Dim the lights (it hides everything).
  
• Light a candle or two for an instant atmosphere.
  
• Close any messy room doors.
  
• Add a few throws and cushions to distract from imperfections.
  

Remember, no one’s coming over to inspect your skirting boards. Hosting over Christmas is about creating a space that feels warm, relaxed and welcoming.

Ready to Host in Style?

If your current sofa has survived one too many Christmases, it might be time for a refresh. Swyft sofas arrive fast, fit through any doorway and are designed with easy-clean fabrics that can handle festive chaos with ease.

Explore the full collection and make this Christmas your calmest, comfiest one yet.