Ok, we’re no Mrs Hinch, but we have collated a number of useful Spring cleaning tips and tricks to help you give your home a much needed refresh!
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1. White Vinegar: The All-Purpose Powerhouse
- Glass & Mirrors: Mix equal parts vinegar and water in a spray bottle for streak-free shine.
- Coffee Maker: Run a cycle with vinegar, then water to descale.
- Microwave: Heat a bowl of vinegar and water for 5 minutes, then wipe down.
2. Baking Soda: The Scrub King
- Sink & Bathtub Cleaner: Sprinkle baking soda, scrub with a damp sponge, and rinse.
- Carpet Deodorizer: Sprinkle, wait 15 minutes, then vacuum.
- Garbage Disposal Freshener: Pour ½ cup down the drain with hot water.
3. Lemon: Nature’s Degreaser
- Cutting Board Sanitizer: Rub with half a lemon and salt, then rinse.
- Microwave Cleaner: Heat lemon slices in water, let steam, then wipe.
- Stainless Steel Polish: Rub with a lemon half, then buff with a cloth.
4. Olive Oil: The Wood Restorer
- Furniture Polish: Mix 2 parts olive oil with 1 part lemon juice.
- Sticky Residue Remover: Apply a little, let sit, then wipe away.
5. Salt: The Tough Scrubber
- Cast Iron Pan Cleaner: Scrub with coarse salt and water, then dry.
- Oven Spill Absorber: Pour salt on fresh spills to soak them up.
6. Toothpaste: The Secret Weapon
- Silver Polish: Rub onto silver, rinse, and buff.
- Wall Scuff Remover: Rub white (non-gel) toothpaste on marks, then wipe.
8. Rice: The Narrow Space Cleaner
- Vase & Bottle Cleaner: Swirl rice with water and soap to scrub hard-to-reach spots.
9. Dishwasher tablet: Makes your washing machine sparkle
- Clean your washing machine with a dishwasher tablet, and it’s actually a super effective hack! Dishwasher tablets are designed to break down grease, limescale, and detergent build up, making them great for deep-cleaning your washer.