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Okay hear they come… You’ve just got off of work and you realized that you have an appointment at your apartment. Your friends called your phone to let you know that they coming over and they are on the way now. Time is running short!

Think fast but stay calm. Here is a really quick guide for cleaning your apartment so you won’t be caught off guard at the last minute by special guests.

First thing is to make a list of the key locations that need to be hit. In this case, you can skip the bedroom and more private area’s just close the doors. It is good to map out a plan,this will keep you focused and on course.

Figure out how much time you have. How much attention to you need to spend in one area. Hit the most important area’s first, like the living room or the main area that you intend to host in.

Keep the appearance appearing clean. Clean off the surface, spot clean and stack any papers so that things look neat and organized. This is when it is okay to toss clothes in the closet and under the bed. You want things to seem to be cleaner than they actually are.

The main three rooms of any apartment are the kitchen, living room and bathroom. Go over the toilet and counters with just a towel and maybe a little spray. You don’t have to pull out the heavy duty cleaning gear.

The final run through. Now that the bathroom is tidy and the counters and main spaces are in order, fluff up the sofa pillows and give the floor a brisk vacuum. Set the mood with some good music and nice lighting. Good job! With time to spare you’ve just cleaned (or so it seems) your apartment really really quickly.

For more details on how to clean your apartment really really quickly you can read the article on Apartment Guide Quick Cleaning Tips for Your Apartment

We would love to hear your quick cleaning stories and some of the tricks you used to clean your apartment so leave a comment.

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You might be trying to add your own personal touch to your new apartment. When you first move into an apartment you want to feel at home as soon as possible. One great way to customize your living space and make it your own without fear of loosing your security deposit is to start with the window. The window is a great place to start. From the outside of your apartment it gives the first impression, from the inside it shows your character. There are plenty of ways that you can customize your windows with your own personality and style.

For instance, by using blinds you have the option of wood or even vinyl. Blinds also give you the option to let more light in or keep light out easily. With Traditional curtains and draperies you can often find a custom design that fits your style nicely. Curtains can even be tied back or let loose to fit your window perfectly. For more details and idea’s about how you can bring the home into your apartment through your window follow this link.

Remember, when you are looking for your window covering to think about what you want your personal space to say and what you would like for your coverings to do. The more prepared you are the more creativity you will allow to flow. Measuring your window before heading to the store, knowing what colors you like, even looking at different window designs on the internet will help you to have a better idea of what you are looking for. You should also be knowledgeable about what window coverings are safe and what is not.

The benefit of decorating your window with your personal style is that you can totally change the appearance of your apartment and feel at home without painting at all. You can find more tips on how to decorate your apartment at Apartment Guide.

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