Christmas in Perth is uniquely its own thing. Thirty-five degrees, alfresco dining, extended family arriving, kids running between the pool and the living room. The home takes a beating, and it also needs to look its best — often simultaneously.
Here's a practical countdown to get your Perth home ready for the Christmas period without burning yourself out in the process.
Three weeks out: the big tasks
This is the time for the jobs that need more than an afternoon. If you have carpets, book a professional steam clean — December is the busiest time of year for carpet cleaners in Perth and availability disappears fast. Clean out the oven properly, because it will be working overtime from now until New Year. Wash all outdoor furniture and cushions. Clean windows inside and out so the natural light in December comes through clearly.
One week out: focus areas
Deep clean the bathrooms — if you're hosting overnight guests, the guest bathroom needs proper attention including fresh towels, a clean shower and descaled taps. Clean the fridge thoroughly before it fills up with Christmas food. Wash all linen and make up guest rooms. Declutter common areas so entertaining spaces feel open and relaxed.
Day before: finishing touches
Mop all hard floors. Vacuum carpets and rugs. Wipe down kitchen benches and surfaces. Clean the barbecue grill if you're using it. Lay fresh hand towels in bathrooms. Empty all bins. Put away the everyday clutter — shoes at the door, mail on the bench, kids' items from living areas.
The Christmas Day trick
Set the dishwasher going with the first load before everyone arrives. Having a clean kitchen mid-afternoon when you're managing food and guests is far easier than facing a full counter of dirty dishes. Keep a clean-as-you-go mentality going from the start — it dramatically reduces the clean-up after everyone leaves.
If pre-Christmas is already overwhelming, a professional clean in the week before Christmas is one of the most genuinely useful gifts you can give yourself. Book a ClearPath clean early — December fills up fast.
ClearPath provides reliable residential and commercial cleaning across all Perth metro suburbs. Police-cleared, fully insured, same cleaner every visit.