There’s something magical about a snow day. The world slows down, the hustle and bustle pauses, and suddenly, you find yourself with an unexpected gift of time. While it’s tempting to curl up with a warm drink and binge-watch your favorite shows (and trust me, I do that too!), a snow day can also be the perfect opportunity to tackle some cleaning tasks you’ve been putting off. At Absolutely Clean, we know how satisfying a fresh, tidy home can be—so why not take advantage of the extra time indoors to refresh your space?
1. Start with a Cozy Declutter
Before settling in for the day, take a few minutes to clear the clutter. I like to grab a laundry basket and walk through the house, tossing in anything that’s out of place—stray gloves, random toys, that pile of mail I keep meaning to sort. It’s amazing how just 10 minutes of decluttering can make a home feel instantly more relaxing and inviting.
2. Refresh Your Entryway
If your entryway looks anything like mine after a snowfall, it’s a disaster—wet boots, puddles of melted snow, and a trail of salt that somehow made it inside. Use this time to shake out rugs, mop up salt stains, and organize coats and shoes. If you don’t already have one, a boot tray by the door is a game changer for keeping the mess contained!
3. Give Your Kitchen Some Love
Since a snow day usually means extra time in the kitchen making hot cocoa or a slow-cooked meal, why not give it a little extra attention? Wipe down the counters, clean out the fridge (goodbye, expired yogurt), and tackle that sticky microwave. If you have a self-cleaning oven, now’s a great time to start a cleaning cycle while you relax with a book by the fire.
4. Deep Clean a High-Traffic Area
Pick a room that sees the most action—maybe the living room, where everyone’s huddled under blankets watching movies, or the bathroom, where wet mittens and socks are piling up. Dust the surfaces, vacuum the floors, and toss blankets in the wash for a refresh. Nothing beats the feeling of sinking into a clean, cozy space after a productive cleaning session.
5. Take Care of Laundry While You Relax
Snow days are perfect for catching up on laundry. Toss in a load before starting your favorite movie, and fold it during the slow scenes (or the commercials, if you’re old-school like me). I love washing my bedding or favorite throw blanket on a cold day—it makes bedtime feel extra luxurious.
6. Set the Mood for Relaxation
Once you’ve tackled your cleaning tasks, reward yourself. Light a candle, turn on soft lighting, and enjoy the fresh, clean space you’ve created. There’s something so satisfying about curling up in a spotless home while the snow falls outside.
At Absolutely Clean, we believe that a clean home brings peace of mind—even on a lazy snow day. Whether you take on one task or all of them, making your home feel fresh and cozy is always worth it. And if you’d rather enjoy your snow day completely stress-free, we’re here to help! Reach out to schedule a professional deep clean and keep your home feeling fresh all winter long.
