Easy does it
Always let the detergent, brush or cloth do the work. If it
does not come off or clean, it needs a bit more time, not a
harder scrubbing. Applying too much pressure often
scratches surfaces, and does more damage than good.
Take extra care with non-ceramic bathtubs, appliances
and items made from precious metals.
Go digital
Paperwork if often one of most dreaded house cleaning
tasks. Scanning paperwork that can be thrown away not
only saves a lot of space, but it also makes finding things a
lot easier. Spend some time to set up a filing system you
can easily use on a continuous basis, and embrace your
scanner. Do keep the important documents in a dustproof
dark container, and be sure to also back up your
documents onto a portable storage device which you can
keep safe, separately from your PC or laptop.
Clean appliances that clean
It is easy to forget that your washing machine and
dishwasher has filters that need cleaning as well. Make
sure to properly clean these filters. Wash the filters of
your vacuum cleaner, and let them properly dry before
re-fitting. Dabble some of your favourite essential oil on
a piece of cotton wool, and drop it in your vacuum
Eco tip
cleaners' dust reservoir, to make your home smell clean
and fresh when you vacuum.
White vinegar
Throw it away
and lemon
It is crucial that you dig into the deepest depths of the
juice gets rid
deep freezer, the medicine cupboard and the make-up
drawer. Using outdated make-up is hazards especially
of lime scale.
eye makeup. Check the expiry date of tablets in the
medicine cupboard and dispose of outdated medicine
properly, before they do someone harm. Freezers are
also often stocked with oodles of meat and frozen veg;
plan to use it or dispose of it in time, especially with all
the load shedding conditions we are experiencing.

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