Everyday cleaning for rooms and household surfaces, including windows, floors, upholstery, mattresses and mould prevention.
Home Cleaning
How to Deep-Clean a Sofa When It’s Too Cold to Steam
Oliver Whitaker
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The first winter after buying a light-coloured fabric sofa, I learned a painful lesson. It was a freezing Sunday, and...
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Objects That Almost Nobody Remembers to Clean
Oliver Whitaker
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When cleaning the home, people often focus on floors, worktops and furniture, while certain objects that almost nobody remembers to...
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Clean Doors Fast With White Vinegar From Your Kitchen Cupboard
Oliver Whitaker
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Your doors may be dirtier than your floors, yet it often takes the right slant of light for you to...
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How to Clean White Trainers Without the Washing Machine
Oliver Whitaker
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White trainers have long been more than just sports shoes. They work with a summer dress, an office outfit and...
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Revive Wooden Furniture with Vinegar, Olive Oil and a Microfibre Cloth
Oliver Whitaker
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The varnish had turned cloudy, the arms were scuffed and a lifeless film reflected the afternoon sun like an unflattering...
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How to Clean Insect Screens Without Damaging Them
Oliver Whitaker
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Insect screens keep mosquitoes and other unwanted visitors outdoors, yet they gradually collect dust, pollen and other particles that can...
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How to Clean Glasses Without a Cloth or Spray
Oliver Whitaker
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Daily habits are often the root of the problem. Thousands of glasses wearers wipe their lenses with a T-shirt, a...
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Why Reusing Old Clothes as Floor Cloths Causes Domestic Accidents
Oliver Whitaker
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Reusing old clothes as floor cloths conceals a quiet danger in many Brazilian homes. This widespread habit increases the likelihood...
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How Aluminium Foil Helps Defrost Freezer Ice Safely
Oliver Whitaker
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A basic kitchen essential could subtly transform the way you tackle this household task. In many homes, freezers frost up...
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How to Clean with Baking Powder and Orange Juice
Oliver Whitaker
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In many homes, the combination of baking powder and orange juice is used as a straightforward option for minor cleaning...
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Why Boiling Lemon Peel, Basil and Rosemary Is a Home Trend
Oliver Whitaker
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Across homes in Brazil, a saucepan of steaming lemon peel, basil and rosemary has quietly become a familiar sight on...
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How to Clean the Back of the Fridge Safely and Efficiently
Oliver Whitaker
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Cleaning the back of the fridge is often one of the most postponed household jobs, despite its direct effect on...
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The Cleaning Order That Keeps Your Home Clean for Days
Oliver Whitaker
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The sink gleams, the cushions are plumped and a candle flickers on the coffee table. Two hours later, her kitchen...
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How to Clean a Marble Board Without Lemon or Coarse Salt
Oliver Whitaker
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A marble board may look hard-wearing, yet lemon, vinegar and coarse salt can damage both its mineral composition and finish....
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Why You Should Unplug Your Toaster at Night
Oliver Whitaker
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Most kitchens contain a quiet collection of useful appliances. They speed up food preparation, help meals run smoothly and seem...
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How the Vinegar and Water Bath Keeps Strawberries Fresh for Weeks
Oliver Whitaker
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The strawberries were flawless when you brought them home: plump, vivid red and carrying a faint summery scent beneath the...
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Whitening Toothpaste Grout Hack for Brighter Floors
Oliver Whitaker
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Thin black streaks run across her kitchen floor, as though someone has drawn over it with a permanent marker and...
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Viral Cordless Floor Cleaner Review: Does It Replace a Mop?
Oliver Whitaker
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The first time this cordless floor cleaner appeared in my feed, I was stretched out on the sofa, watching a...
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The Housekeeper’s Cling-Film Enzyme Method for Removing Odours
Oliver Whitaker
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The scent that meets you at the threshold is not necessarily overpowering. It may be the stale tang of bin...
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How to Clean Fans Without Spreading Dust Around the Home
Oliver Whitaker
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Properly cleaning household appliances prevents built-up dirt from circulating through the air during routine care. Using a slightly damp cloth...
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How Fabric Softener Helps Keep Windows Clean for Longer
Oliver Whitaker
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Clean windows are often linked with plenty of hard work but results that do not last. In many homes, the...
