If you’ve seen Mary Poppins Returns, you’ll probably remember the scene where cinema’s favourite nanny and cleaner magically tidies the children’s bedroom with nothing more than a wave of her delicate hand. As books and papers instantly swarm into a neat pile, it’s hard to resist wishing that keeping on top of things in our own homes could be so easy. But in the end, magic only exists in fairytales. ...
Having a cleaner among signs you’ve ‘made it’
Having a cleaner is one of the top signs that you’ve ‘made it’ in life, according to a new poll. Some 2,000 people were asked about the elements that show a person has got it together and achieved an aspirational lifestyle, with hiring a cleaner coming in at number ten. The research was carried out by PartiStaff and found that having help at home was alongside there always being champagne ...
A Marie Kondo approach to cleaning
Tidy home, tidy mind Organisation expert Marie Kondo is back and spreading the life-changing magic of tidying up in a new Netflix series – I don’t know about you, but I’m hooked! Since releasing her first book in 2011, Kondo has been inspiring families, couples, individuals, workplaces and professional cleaners (like me) with her decluttering techniques. A tidy home or work space has the power to de-stress, renew energy and ...
Mum discovers why you should never mix cleaning products
Household cleaning means different things to different people. Some view it as one of those everyday jobs that simply has to be done, while others pay for professional services to take the hassle out of cleaning and guarantee a good end result. For some people, cleaning is a highly enjoyable experience that helps them to destress and clear their mind. It has even become something of a social media sensation, ...
Be ready for these cleaning challenges this Christmas
Christmas is nearly upon us and as well as all the excitement of presents, laughter and mince pies there’s the reality of seasonal cleaning challenges. These are the type of mess and dirt that is only experienced at this time of year, due to the unique nature of festive traditions. Make sure you know how to combat everything from pine needles to red wine spills this December with these handy ...
Brits do twice as much cleaning in run-up to Christmas
Hosting Christmas is a big responsibility and many people feel the pressure to ensure their homes are clean and well-presented. As well as doing all the Christmas shopping and creating a plan to make the perfect meal, people up and down the country are also readying their houses for the festive period. Having guests puts extra pressure on making sure everything is pristine and it seems that householders are feeling ...
How to protect your health from cleaning products
Tackling stubborn dirt and ingrained stains requires tough cleaning products, but it’s important to ensure that the active ingredients get to work on the marks and not your skin or the rest of your body. There are a number of precautions you should take before starting any cleaning task, whether it is at home, work or elsewhere. These will ensure that you don’t damage your health while getting the job ...
The Food Standards Agency gives takeaways a ZERO hygiene rating
Say NO to the zero hygiene ratings Recently, BBC News published details of its investigation of the popular in the UK food ordering app Just Eat - and the results are pretty frightening. In the UK, local authorities are responsible for carrying out restaurant and takeaway inspections. The ratings, however, don’t seem to prevent business owners from placing further advertising and promotion with the app. In England, Wales and Northern ...
10 Carpet Cleaning Tips All Pet Owners Need to Know
Pets are wonderful. They cheer us up when we’re sad, bring us joy when we’re happy and are an overall blast to be around. As amazing as they are, however, they do have a certain reputation when it comes to cleaning. And, it goes without saying that if you keep a pet, no matter how well-trained or well-mannered, a mess will happen – it’s just a matter of time! A ...
Mrs Hinch becomes Insta-famous for her cleaning tips
Instagram is the place we all go to see beautiful things – from homes to travel to fashion – but it turns out there’s an appetite for tips on how to keep things beautiful on the platform too. That’s what Mrs Hinch has found anyway. She has not been sharing her cleaning advice on the social media site for long, but she has already earned herself a long list of ...