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Bacteria Lives In Toilets After Cleaning

If you need advice on how best to keep your home or business spit-spot, talk to your Fulham cleaning service as they’ll be able to instruct you on proper techniques and the best cleaning products out there for you to invest in. Should you ever be tasked with cleaning a toilet, it might be worth bearing in mind that – according to professor Adam Hart from the University of Gloucestershire – bacteria can actually survive in your toilet bowl even after it’s been cleaned. In his new book, The Life of Poo, professor Hart observed that cleaning 3D surfaces like toilets can be tricky as it’s easy to miss bits and not do the best job. He went on to note that it’s likely people aren’t using enough disinfectant or for long enough. “A quick squirt around the bowl and a flush or a cursory wipe with a cloth containing already diluted disinfectant isn’t likely to result in the bacteria apocalypse you had planned,” he said. In order to really clean your toilet and get rid of all the nasty bacteria, use toilet cleaner on the inside of the bowl, squirting it inside the rim so it drips down the sides and into the water. Make sure it goes inside the rim itself as this is often neglected and mineral build-up can be seen over time. Use a firm toilet brush to scrub away, paying close attention to the water level and the back of the bowl, then flush – making sure you rinse the brush as you do it. Scrub as the water drains as this can help to get rid of any residual dirt.

Do You Clean Under Your Furniture?

Homeowners might want to hire Clapham domestic cleaning services to help them keep their properties spick and span, given new research suggesting that if you don’t scrub your homes properly you could be putting your health at risk. Conducted by the University of Salford on behalf of Bosch Floorcare, the study found that one-third of carpets could well contain staphylococcus bacteria (which can result in pneumonia, skin and wound infections), the Daily Mirror reports. The university’s Dr Lisa Ackerley found that areas such as alongside beds, under the sofa and the bottom layer of thick pile carpets are often not as cleaned as well as they should be. “We were shocked at these findings which highlight the difference between what you can see and what may be lurking within metres of your sofa or bed. Regular cleaning with a high suction vacuum, and not just in those areas that are visible, is key to maintaining a hygienic and safe environment,” she was quoted as saying. Regular vacuuming is advisable for carpets but you should also make sure that you do a deep clean every 12 to 18 months to help get rid of germs and also prolong the life of your rugs. If you’re using a water extraction method – also known as steam cleaning – you’ll need to make sure that your carpet is dry within 24 hours to help prevent any mildew or mould from growing, as well as to stop your wet carpet from damaging your floorboards beneath.

The Cleaning Powers Of Ketchup!

cleaning tootingKetchup Really Can Clean!

We're not sure it's something that Tooting cleaning services would necessarily recommend or bring with them as part of their cleaning kit, but apparently tomato ketchup is amazing at polishing up a saucepan or two... so perhaps bear this in mind the next time you're doing the washing up. Daily Mail writer Tessa Cunningham investigated the cleaning powers of this foodstuff and found that it can help restore tarnished saucepans back to their former glory by working some of the sauce onto the base with a sponge. Similarly, she found that ketchup was quite effective at cleaning up tarnished silver jewellery thanks to the acidic vinegar content it has. Ms Cunningham also discovered that the sauce was particularly good at getting rust off garden furniture. "The ketchup works like magic - within minutes the rust has disappeared," she said, giving the sauce a five out of five for this particular job. If you're keen to avoid using chemical-based cleaning products at the office or at home, it might be worth seeing whether ketchup works for you. Other natural cleansers you could use around the house include baking soda, which has proven useful for cleaning ovens in the past, a vinegar and lemon mixture that is good for cleaning floors and mopping, or even serving as a window cleaner, and even toothpaste - which can be used to clean fittings and fixtures in your bathroom. Why not give these ideas a try or speak to your professional cleaning company to see if they're willing to test any of these natural cleaners out for you.

Keep Spiders Out By Cleaning Up

 domestic cleaning FulhamIf you let your rooms end up like this then you should expect to see spiders around the place.

Homeowners around the UK are being warned about spiders the size of mice that are likely to invade their houses over the autumn – but luckily there are ways you can help prevent these creepy-crawlies from coming in. Talk to your Fulham domestic cleaning service and they’ll be sure to give you lots of great advice on how to keep your property clean, one of the best ways of keeping spiders truly at bay. Spiders love nothing more than a dark place to hide in, so if your garden or your driveway is messy you’re giving them plenty of spaces to choose from. Keep garden waste at the far end of your backyard so it’s less likely that spiders will make their way into your house and make sure you keep the weeds around the walls of your house to a minimum to help discourage them. Getting out the broom and vacuum cleaner to whisk away any spider webs is also advisable, although if your professional domestic cleaning company comes in once a week they can do this for you. Don’t forget to do the corners of the rooms, the skirting boards and the wardrobes to help prevent spider problems as well. Essential oils can also help prevent spiders from coming in, so think about using peppermint, citrus, tea tree or lavender if you’re really keen to not see any mouse-sized spiders racing across your living room floor this autumn. Spray a mixture of oil and water on door cracks and window frames to act as a natural deterrent.

Antibacterial Wipes Spread Bacteria?

When you speak to Earlsfield domestic cleaning services, make sure you chat to them about what kind of cleaning products they use so you know what chemicals are being sprayed in your home. You may also want to ask them not to use any antibacterial wipes, as recent research from the University of Cardiff’s School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science has found that the use of these wipes in hospitals could actually spread bacteria around. Now, however, a partnership between GAMA Healthcare and the university has led to the development of clinical wet wipes that can be used to help healthcare providers tackle superbug infections like MRSA in the hospital. In fact, the partnership has just won a Business Innovation Prize at the Innovation and Impact Awards 2015. “The award is wonderful recognition of the great support we received from Cardiff University, not just in terms of enhancing our knowledge but in terms of practically embedding capability that enables us to continue as a UK market leader. Working with Cardiff University has enabled us to be an integral part of innovative research,” director and co-founder of GAMA Healthcare Guy Braverman said. As a homeowner or business owner, you may want to restrict the use of wet wipes at home or at work and find other cleaning products to help you keep everything spick and span. Your choice of professional cleaning company will be able to recommend other products you can use so make sure you ask them for their advice before you next come to spring clean.

Get Ready For Autumn!

Homeowners and businesses alike should consider hiring Wandsworth cleaning companies to help them get their properties ready for autumn. It may feel like the summer will never end but September is just around the corner, so make sure you’re fully prepared for wind, rain and snow now. Flooding can be a real problem later on in the year but if you take action now you can help to protect your home or business premises so you’re not faced with a deluge of water once the autumn and winter really take hold. You should ask your cleaning and maintenance company to come along and inspect your drains first of all. Ask them to clear your gutters of any leaves or debris and make sure that they check your drains for similar items thoroughly. If you need to clean any of them out, call in a plumber to help, although you can do this yourself if you know how to use the rods properly. Setting up a regular cleaning schedule and having a company come in once a week to keep your grounds clear of leaves will really help you make it through to spring in one piece. You could also ask your cleaning firm to keep any eye out for any loose tiles while they’re up checking out your gutter situation. If you do have any loose ones that could be whipped off the roof in high winds, make sure you call a roofer in to fix the tiles down before they become problematic.

How To Clean Upholstery

If you’re not sure how to clean parts of your home, you need to get in touch with Chelsea domestic cleaning services to lend a helping hand. But in the meantime, here’s our quick guide to getting your upholstery as clean as possible and as easily as possible as well.

Vacuum

You might think your vacuum cleaner is just meant for the floor but it’s especially useful where upholstery is concerned as well. If it’s looking dirty or there’s a stain, give it a vacuum first to remove any dust or dirt. Use an upholstery attachment on your vacuum cleaner to give it a thorough clean.

Blot quickly

If there’s a fresh spill or stain, make sure you tackle it as soon as you can as you don’t want the liquid to soak through into your sofa cushions or to set into the fabric. It can also have an effect on wood, so clean it up as quickly as you can. Do not scrub or rub the spill as this can make it worse.

Washing

If the upholstery can be removed from the cushions or chair, do so and run it through the washing machine. If not, use some warm water and some washing up liquid, and use a soft upholstery brush to address the stain. Focus on small sections and don’t press down too hard. Once you’ve covered the affected area, wipe the fabric down with a damp cloth, then let the upholstery dry. Follow these tips and you’ll have your upholstery clean in no time. But don’t hesitate to give a professional cleaning company a call if you need some extra help.

3 Natural DIY House Cleaners

If you’ve enlisted the services of Chelsea domestic cleaning providers and would like to cut down on the amount of chemicals that are used in your home, why don’t you make your own all-natural cleaning products for a change? Here are three ideas that are easy to do yourself. Grease remover Who hates cleaning the oven or the grill pan? You can make it easier on yourself if you combine half a cup of ammonia with around 4.5 litres of water to really get rid of that tough stuck-on grime and dirt. All you have to do is dip your sponge into the mixture and wipe it over your hob or grill, then just rinse it all off with some fresh water. Brass cleaner You can get brass to come up looking really lovely if you mix the juice of half a lemon with a teaspoon of baking soda. This will form a paste, then just work it into the brass using your fingers or a soft cloth if you don’t want to get your hands dirty. Give the metal a good rinse off with clean water afterwards, then buff it up with a clean and dry cloth. Bath cleanser Unless you keep on top of your bathroom cleaning from the get-go you can get all sorts of nasty limescale and stains on your tub. Did you know that if you sprinkle some coarse salt over half a grapefruit you can scrub the tub up so it looks sparkling and like new? Try this at home this weekend.

25% Only Clean ‘For 1 Hour Or Less Each Week’

If you’re included in the 25 per cent of people in the UK who only clean their homes for an hour or less every week, it might be that you need the help of a Chelsea cleaning company to stay on top of the dusting, vacuuming and mopping. New figures from The Co-operative Insurance show that people aged between 25 and 34 clean for three hours and 58 minutes a week on average, compared to those aged between 45 and 54 years old who clean on average for five hours and four minutes every week. It seems that instead of properly cleaning the house, people are more inclined to hide their mess, with the spare room, loft, garage and shed often used as general dumping grounds. However, a few of you also use car boots, children’s bedrooms and behind armchairs to help hide the mess. Head of home insurance with the organisation Caroline Hunter warned that stashing rubbish in places like the boiler cupboard or loft could potentially cause a fire. “Having too much stuff could also hide other problems, such as mould or leaking pipes. It is vital to make sure that your property, including outbuildings such as sheds and garages is properly maintained. Gradually occurring damage caused by lack of general maintenance can result in a claim not being covered,” she remarked. Luckily, there are plenty of professional cleaning companies out there that can help you keep on top of it all if you simply don’t have the time. We here at Easy Cleaning London are primed and ready to get your cleaning done for you.

What’s Lurking In Your Carpet?

You might well think that carpets are a lovely cosy option to have at home that helps to keep the house warm and deadens any noise coming from other parts of the property, but what you might not be aware of is just how many different types of germs they harbour. All sorts of bacteria can lurk between the threads of your carpet and even if you’ve given it a vacuum recently, they could still be there. Campylobacter, for example, is often found in carpets and can be very dangerous, especially for older people or children, with symptoms of campylobacteriosis including abdominal pain, cramping and fever. Micrococcus can also be found in the carpeted parts of your home and can cause septic shock, meningitis and skin infections, while fungi and mould found in rugs and carpets can bring on very serious allergies. There’s only one way around the problem and that’s to hire Battersea carpet cleaning services to help you ensure that your rugs and carpets enjoy a deep clean on a regular basis. Make sure that you vacuum regularly yourself as well and try to keep the carpet as dry as possible, having it professionally cleaned at least once a year. Work out what areas in your house see the most footfall as well and concentrate on these parts in particular so as to avoid any build-up of bacteria. It might also be wise to ask people to remove their shoes when they come into your house so no dirt or grime is tracked through.