Cleaning

Blu Tack has long been a popular way of sticking things to walls. However, it can leave blue marks on the surface and if the paint is too thin, it can cause peeling of the outer layer. White tack is often seen as a better alternative, but does that leave marks too? If white tack […]

If your beloved pet has spent a penny in your bed, you’re probably fuming! And rightly so. Not only is your bed wet, but now you have to clean the mattress before the stain sets in and the whole room stinks of urine!  So, don’t prolong your anger and disgust, find out how to get

No matter how much you scrub your shower from top to bottom, it never quite looks clean enough thanks to the gunky build-up at the bottom of the door.  The plastic sealant acts like a tray which catches all of the water from your shower. Much of the water does run out of the seal,

If you’ve been told to use caustic soda to clean your washing machine, you might be wondering if this is actually a good idea. After all, caustic soda is an extremely strong chemical that can burn!  So, should you use caustic soda to clean a washing machine? While caustic soda may be great at getting

Plastic is known for being durable and for that reason, as well as the low manufacturing cost, many of our possessions are now made from this material. Plastic items tend to experience a lot of wear and tear due to their tough nature. Electronic devices, kitchen appliances and certain surfaces can get scratches and marks

If your Dyson V6’s filter smells strange, you might be thinking about buying a new filter, or maybe replacing the whole hoover!  But you shouldn’t be too hasty, because there are a number of reasons why the filter might smell bad. And it just so happens that the problem can usually be fixed with very

If you want to avoid using harsh cleaning chemicals, going for a homemade non-toxic cleaner is an effective substitute. Not only are they as potent as manufactured products, but are also cheaper and don’t have the same downsides. When looking for an effective and economical solution to cleaning homes, vinegar and lemon are the instinctive

Bicarbonate of soda (aka baking soda) is an incredibly versatile and safe cleaning product that deserves a place in everyone’s cleaning cupboard. It can be used for a huge range of cleaning tasks including removing limescale and grime from sinks and showers, deodorising carpets and mattresses, and cleaning greasy ovens. Bicarbonate of soda is easy

The answer to this question is yes, you absolutely can substitute fresh lemon juice with bottled lemon juice if you find yourself in a bit of a cleaning emergency and don’t happen to have fresh lemons in your fruit bowl. Why Use Lemon Juice for Cleaning? Lemon juice is an easily available household ingredient that

Using laundry detergent to replace washing up liquid while doing your dishes is not a good idea. It can be done if you are desperate and have no other options, but it could have hazardous repercussions on your health.  Ideally you will never need to try this method, as there are various other household cleaning