In The Wash

Woodlice are not in fact insects, but land crustaceans, close relatives of lobsters and shrimp. Grey in colour, they have 14 legs, long antennae and can live from two to four years. They aren’t harmful to your health, but having these small creatures scurrying around your home is unpleasant. If left untreated, an infestation can […]

With summer comes longer days, warmer nights and, unfortunately, more creepy crawlies. One common type of pest we encounter in summer is the fruit fly. These tiny flies are mainly found in the kitchen and sometimes the bathroom, because of their diet and preferred living conditions. Whilst they are mostly harmless, they are a nuisance.

Cleaning soot off brick can be a bit tricky. Brick is a very porous material that can absorb stains very effectively. However, with the right approach, you can effectively remove soot and restore the brick’s appearance. We’ve put together a list of everything you’ll need, as well as a step-by-step guide to help you remove

Cleaning porcelain tile is relatively easy and straightforward. However, there are a few tips that can help you keep your tiles cleaner for longer and looking pretty all year round. So, here’s a step-by-step guide to help you keep your porcelain tiles looking clean and beautiful.   Step-by-Step Guide to Cleaning Porcelain Tiles 1. Sweep,

We’re exploring how to clean wood around the home today. Cleaning grime off wood requires a gentle approach in order to avoid damaging the finish on the surface of the wood. So, here are a few tips and tricks on how to clean grime off wood.   Step 1: Dust the Surface Before cleaning, remove

Cleaning pine furniture is relatively simple. You should try and clean your pine furniture regularly to preserve the natural beauty of the wood. While cleaning pine is quite simple, care should still be taken not to damage the wood in any way. There’ll be more on that below in our step-by-step guide on how to

Cleaning wallpaper is relatively simple. With a gentle approach to avoid damaging the wallpaper, cleaning it shouldn’t take too long. The method you should use will depend on the type of wallpaper you are cleaning. There are several types; vinyl, fabric or paper-based. Having a good idea of which type your wallpaper is will help

Getting ink out of carpet, or anything for that matter, can be quite challenging. However, with the right approach and a bit of patience, it is possible. We’ll break down the best ways to remove ink from carpets below. These methods can also work to remove ink from other fabrics too! Here’s our step-by-step guide