VANCOUVER -- Many people have had to create makeshift offices in dining rooms and corners of the living room.

A lot are living and working with kids and pets underfoot all day, and this combination can mean a lot of messes.

Home and lifestyle expert Erin Trafford joined CTV Morning Live to share why people don't need to give up on cleaning.

Trafford mentioned that the mental toll of 2020 is heavy and self-care has to remain a top priority. Our environments can be a reflection of ourselves, she said.

Refreshing the space you live in can shift your mood for the better.

Trafford is a mom of two kids under three, and has a giant dog and two cats. She knows that life is busy and doesn't have the time to spend all day cleaning.

She recommended a range of products from Hoover to make tidying quick and easy.

Trafford demonstrating the Hoover ONEPWR Blade MAX Cordless Vacuum.

This cord-free vacuum provides up to 45 minutes of runtime.

For those concerned about dust and allergens in the home the DustVault Technology captures 99.4 per cent of dust and fine particles with no loss of suction.

Sometimes big messes happen and it is not ideal when spills land on the carpet.

As a mom with young kids, Trafford knows these accidents can be fairly common.

She recommended the Hoover Smartwash Automatic Upright Carpet Cleaner.

This full-sized carpet cleaner offers a deep clean and is as easy to use. It has HeatForce technology for faster drying.

Pets are a part of the family, but they can also contribute to the mess.

Trafford has three pets in the home and knows this well. She recommended the ONEPWR Evolve Pet Cordless Upright Vacuum.

This vacuum offers the power and capacity of a corded upright with power vortex suction. It includes an antimicrobial brush roll and pet filter to help reduce odours.

Trafford expressed that right now cleaning isn't going to be about impressing guests.

A clean environment is about creating a liveable home for those who are closest to us.

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