Despite the awful weather, Easter eggs are filling the shelves and soon the sun will (hopefully) be shining, which can only mean one thing… spring is just around the corner.
Whether you’re hosting an important event in your home in the upcoming months, or your house is just in need of some serious TLC, it’s time to take action! As the most thorough spring cleaning company in Alton, we want to make sure you never miss a trick. That’s why we’re reminding you to pay special attention to these overlooked household items when carrying out your spring cleaning.
Clean your cleaning supplies
We’re often so focused on cleaning everything else that we forget to clean what’s meant to be doing the cleaning! If it’s been a while since your cleaning supplies have seen any kind of soap or disinfectant, you may be doing more harm than good. By using a dirty mop or cloth you’re actually spreading more germs.
Fix this by chucking your cloths and dusters in the washing machine on a regular basis. Rinse your mop until the water runs clear, pop it in a bucket of hot water and bleach then leave to stand for 10 minutes and while you’re waiting you can empty the hoover and give it a good dust!
Make your doormats more welcoming
Your welcome doormats are your home’s first defence against dirt and grime, so it only makes sense that these are cleaned too. Depending on what your mat is made out of, most doormats can be put in a washing machine – please note that if your mat has a rubber back, it will not be machine washable.
If your mat can’t go in the washing machine, grab some baking soda or upholstery shampoo (again depends what the mat is made of) and scrub. Rinse with a hose and prop the mat on its side to drain and dry. Voila – job done!
Give new light to your life
As an expert spring cleaning company in Alton, we think of everything, and this is definitely one item we all neglect to clean! Understandably, your lights and ceiling fixtures may not be the first thing you run to when cleaning, which is why they’re a gold mine for dust and dirt. To fix this, all you need is an extendable duster, cloth, polish and a sponge.
For metal light fixtures, an extendable duster, a cloth and bit of polish will do the job just fine. Fabric lampshades can be more difficult to clean, but it’s nothing a damp sponge or lint roller can’t sort! As well as the lamp shades, it’s a good idea to give your light bulbs a once over every now and again with a microfibre cloth. To do this safely and properly, ensure the electricity is turned off and the light bulb has cooled down before removing it.
Small yet mighty appliances
Coffee machines, microwaves, toasters and kettles (to name a few), slip our mind when cleaning. Small yet mighty, these appliances are essential to our everyday life, so it’s best to clean them when we can.
Coffee machines, microwaves, the outside of a kettle and toaster can all be cleaned with a wet cloth. To clean the inside of your kettle you can purchase a descaler, or put vinegar and water inside the kettle, leave to soak, boil and rinse a few times to get rid of any remaining solution.
And don’t forget to empty the crumb tray on your toaster!
We understand you may not have the time or patience for these pesky cleaning tasks. Contact the most thorough spring cleaning company in Alton and get a quote today. Email joanne@bennettshomeshine.co.uk or call 01429 769101 for more information on our services.
