Cleaning and Housekeeping

With so many items around the home and numerous cleaning products from which to choose, it can be difficult to match item and product. We also tend to relax once the house looks spotless and the chores are all done, but this can be a never-ending task if not organised properly and carried out in the most efficient way. Ensure that you have time to relax, enjoy your family and entertain friends by following time-saving guides for cleaning and good housekeeping performed by our maids and enjoyed by our customers.

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Keeping drains odour free


Run very hot water through it after each use and about once a week, throw in a handful of bicarbonate of soda, followed by hot water.  Try pouring a cup of vinegar, let it stand for 30 minutes, then run very hot water through the drain.

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Taking care of your sink

Remove stains from a porcelain sink by filling it with lukewarm water, add 2 tablespoons of bleach and let stand for about an hour.  Stubborn stains should be treated with saturated paper towels and let stand for 8 to 10 hours.
Avoid abrasive cleaners when cleaning a stainless steel sink.  Simply splash with sudsy water and clean and polish with glass cleaner or a bicarbonate of soda paste.
Carefully rub scratched or pitted areas with very fine steel wool, then buff to a sheen with a soft cloth.

Cleaning your bathroom in 5 minutes

Armed with a spray bottle of disinfectant, wipe down all bathroom surfaces.  Work from the mirror to the floor covering the basin, bath and toilet along the way.  Proceed to sponge down the bath, shower and basin with a liquid disinfectant cleaner at least once a week.
Hard water spots and soap scum can be treated with a cloth moistened with vinegar.  Dry and polish with a soft cloth.  After showering, clean your bathroom regularly with a hospital grade bleach disinfectant and keep it as dry as possible.