Freshen up the guest bathroom by replenishing hand soap and towels, and wiping down the sink. Streamline future cleanup by having supplies handy. “Make sure you have some all-purpose pop-up wipes in every bathroom,” advises professional organizer Karen Sprinkle of Organize It.

Stash kitchen clutter in decorative bins to free up counter space for entertaining guests. These are prefect for items that riddle countertops like dishes, cookbooks and vitamins.

Grind lemon slices in the garbage disposal to rid the sink of odors and give the kitchen a fresh scent. No lemons? Hughes recommends throwing a few dryer sheets and a wet cloth into an empty dryer for 10 minutes on high.

Clear the floor of kids’ and pet toys, and conceal them in a storage ottoman. An added bonus: You can pull it out for extra seating, if needed.

Stack stray magazines in a basket kept near typical reading spots. “A full basket signals that you need to spend a few minutes purging the older editions,” says Sprinkle. Manage the clutter, don’t stockpile.

Forget finding the duster! Slip a sock over your hand and use an oil-based polish to quickly dust furniture, says Hughes. Swipe dust off framed photos in sight, too.

“Consider that guests will need a place to put their coats when they visit,” reminds Sprinkle. Take a minute to prep a designated spot for coats and bags.