Christmas isn't just about presents, turkey and parties. It's also the time when relatives descend, the house suddenly feels too small, the car won't fit everyone's luggage, and you finally have a few days to try something different.

The trouble is, many of those things require equipment you might only need once or twice a year.

Fortunately, you don't have to buy it all.

From cleaning the house and hosting family to going away or discovering a new hobby, here are ten ways to make more of your Christmas holidays without buying more stuff.

1. The relatives are coming. Time for a proper clean.

Nothing makes you notice the state of your carpets quite like inviting the family over.

If the living room has seen better days, a Rug Doctor Carpet Cleaner can give carpets and rugs a proper deep clean before guests arrive.

For sofas, armchairs and mattresses, try an Upholstery & Mattress Steam Cleaner. It's particularly useful for refreshing furniture that's about to get much more use than usual.

And once everyone has gone home, both can be just as useful for dealing with the aftermath.

Explore our full range of Cleaning Equipment.

2. Give the kitchen and floors some Christmas attention.

If you're planning to spend several days cooking for family and friends, it's probably worth getting the kitchen into shape first.

A Kärcher SC3 Steam Cleaner can help tackle grime on suitable kitchen and bathroom surfaces, while a Kärcher Hard Floor Cleaner makes cleaning hard floors much easier.

For windows and mirrors, there's also the Kärcher Cordless Window Cleaner.

These are useful machines to have for a day or two, but they're not necessarily things you want taking up cupboard space for the other 363 days of the year.

3. Twelve people for Christmas lunch. Eight chairs.

It happens every year. Someone invites a few extra people, and suddenly you're counting chairs from every room in the house.

Instead of buying furniture to use once, hire a set of ten folding chairs or an additional 6ft Folding Table.

If you're hosting a larger Christmas meal, our Dinner Host Bundle for 10 combines dining equipment, tables, chairs and other essentials in one package.

For more ideas, visit our Christmas Catering collection or read our Christmas Hosting Guide.

4. Your brother's family is staying. Where's everyone sleeping?

Christmas is lovely when the family comes to stay. Finding beds for everyone can be less lovely.

If you've turned the spare bedroom into an office, or you've simply run out of beds, a KingSize Aerobed Double Air Bed gives you temporary sleeping space without buying another mattress.

It has a built-in electric pump, making it straightforward to set up when guests arrive and pack away afterwards.

Just add your own bedding.

5. The grandchildren are coming. You've forgotten how much equipment babies need.

Remember when your home had a cot, high chair, baby bath and safety gate?

Chances are those things disappeared years ago. But when your children arrive with babies of their own, suddenly you need them all again.

Our Baby Visit Bundle brings together a travel cot, high chair, baby bath, baby monitor and safety gate for short-term visits.

Alternatively, hire just what you need, such as a Tutti Bambini Travel Cot or an Up & Down High Chair, choosing equipment appropriate for the child's age and size.

Explore our full range of Baby & Toddler Equipment.

A much easier solution than storing baby equipment until the next generation comes along.

6. The fridge is full, and Christmas dinner hasn't even started.

Turkey, vegetables, desserts, drinks, leftovers. At Christmas, even a generously sized fridge can suddenly seem inadequate.

A Subcold Wine Fridge provides additional space for chilling bottles and suitable drinks, freeing up room in your main fridge.

If your kitchen is struggling with the extra cooking, take a look at our Kitchen Appliances collection for additional equipment.

It might also be a good time to discover that a fondue evening is considerably less stressful than cooking another roast.

7. Going away for Christmas? Take everything without filling the car.

A few days away in a cottage sounds wonderfully relaxing.

Until you've tried fitting four people, their luggage, Christmas presents, winter coats and the dog's belongings into one car.

A 470 Litre Roof Box provides extra luggage space for a family road trip. You'll need suitable roof bars already fitted, and the box is self-installed.

If you're flying somewhere instead, a Samsonite Suitcase might be useful for a holiday without buying another large case to store afterwards.

Find more options in our Travel & Camping collection.

8. Make more of your Christmas getaway.

Whether you're exploring somewhere new, heading into the countryside or enjoying a few days away from London, Christmas can be a good opportunity to try some different equipment.

A GoPro Hero Camera is ideal for capturing walks, cycling adventures or family activities without relying on your phone.

For trips where charging is less convenient, a Portable Power Station can help keep compatible phones, laptops and smaller devices powered.

WhyBuy delivers and collects within Greater London. If you're planning to take equipment away from the delivery address, check the rental conditions and arrange suitable return dates before booking.

9. Try something you've never done before.

That strange period between Christmas and New Year is perfect for trying something different.

Ever wanted to take a closer look at the stars? Hire a Celestron Refractor Telescope and give stargazing a go on a clear winter evening.

Fancy a treasure hunt? A Professional Metal Detector lets you try detecting without buying specialist equipment. Just make sure you have permission to search wherever you're going.

Or explore the outdoors after dark with Night Vision Binoculars.

The great thing about renting something new is that you can discover whether you actually enjoy it before deciding if it's worth owning.

10. Make the most of those days when nobody wants to go anywhere.

Not every Christmas holiday needs an outing.

Some of the best days are the ones spent at home with family, especially when there's something a little different to do.

Turn the living room into a cinema with our Movie Night Bundle, complete with projector, screen, sound bar and popcorn machine.

Try a VR Headset for something completely different, or bring everyone together for a bit of friendly competition with our Family Game Party Bundle.

Explore more ideas in our Games collection.

Sometimes the best Christmas entertainment is the kind you don't have to leave the house for.

Enjoy Christmas without buying everything that comes with it.

The Christmas holidays bring all sorts of temporary needs, from cleaning the carpets and making room for guests to travelling, entertaining the family and trying new activities.

But temporary needs don't have to mean permanent purchases.

At WhyBuy, you can hire quality equipment for the days you need it, with convenient delivery and collection across Greater London.

So whether you're preparing the house, heading away or looking for something new to try, why buy something you'll only use for a few days?

Browse our Cleaning Equipment, Travel & Camping Gear, Baby Equipment and Rental Bundles. Or check our Christmas Hosting Guide for more

Enjoy more this Christmas. Buy less. Rent better.

You can book online or by phone. If you need help choosing the right equipment, contact WhyBuy.