Have you ever wondered why your windows may experience “water spots” after you clean them with tap water? Tap water contains many types of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium etc. “Spotting” is caused by these minerals remaining when the “dirty” water evaporates, leaving your windows looking dirty no matter how well you might have cleaned them. Deionized water…
Myth 1: “Bleach cleans everything” The smell of bleach in the home is normally associated with the thought that something is very clean, because bleach is the ultimate cleaner. MYTH!! Bleach is a disinfectant, not a cleaner. Although it successfully kills germs and removes tough stains, bleach does not clean dirt and residue from surfaces. As we outlined in our previous…
Often, as long as our surfaces aren’t visually dirty, we trust that they are clean. This unfortunately is a “false sense of security” and the germs and bacteria that exist are merely hidden and are undetectable to our senses. While both harmful germs and bacteria exist nearly everywhere, some areas of are particularly more vulnerable to the build-up of germs.…
Shower curtains get dirty. You may think that your shower curtains would be the cleanest thing in your house, but soap scum and damp conditions builds up, making them a dirty disaster. Because showers are damp and warm, it’s the perfect environment for mould and mildew to grow. Although this does not necessarily mean a ‘dirty’ shower, they do not…
The Pane To clean the outer pane turn the sash to a 180 degrees angle So both your hands are free to clean, slide the barrel bolt into the bushing at the bottom of the frame Clean the pane with a cloth, a nonabrasive sponge or a non-metal window squeegee Non-abrasive household cleaners can be used when cleaning the pane…
Every Day Clean down the sink after doing the dishes or loading the dishwasher. Wipe down the cooker after each use Wipe down the counters after breakfast, lunch and dinner. Sweep or hoover the floors immediately when required Every 1-2 Weeks Mop the floor Wipe the presses and kitchen appliances Wipe all the surfaces Wash the inside of the bin…
1. Love your pets, but don’t love the fur and hair they leave on your carpets? Save time and money by using a window squeegee to easily remove pet hair from your carpets! 2. Clean a bathroom mirror with shaving cream and wipe it away with a cloth. It will defog the mirror 3. To remove furniture dents in the…
As a new landlord, you want make good impression when welcoming new tenants. In order to achieve this you must greet them to a well decorated, fresh clean home. This can be difficult at times when you have a constant stream of new visitors. However, there are steps you can take to make the maintenance of your property a little…
A clean property make for a happy landlord. That’s probably why we here at Pristine Home are constantly getting calls from worried tenants who did not notice the grime build during the course of their residency. Not to fear though, if you have just started your residency, Diana has some top tips for you. When you first arrive, take pictures…
Clean the property. Remove all your belongings. Get rid of rubbish (if required). Ensure rent and all other charges and taxes are paid in full. Ensure there is no damage beyond normal wear and tear. Do a meter reading. Transfer utility bills back into the name of the landlord. Create a list of the contents and condition of all items…