Basic tips for spring cleaning
Before you really get going with your spring cleaning, stock up on the cleaning products and tools you need. Absorbent cotton cloths, sponges and a mop with a bucket are just as essential as vinegar cleaner, floor cleaner and washing-up liquid. You should also keep baking soda, citric acid and old toothbrushes to hand.
Also allow plenty of time and tackle one room after another to keep the chaos in your home to a minimum. Remove all items from cupboards and shelves before you start cleaning, as this saves a lot of time and effort.
How to get the bathroom hygienically clean
If the taps have turned yellow, scrub them with baking soda to make them shine again. To prevent new discolouration from appearing too quickly, clean them again with citric acid from the chemist. A dirty shower curtain will look as good as new and make the bathtub shine again if you soak it in cold salt water for half an hour. Then hang it up without rinsing off the salt, as this stops it from getting dirty again quickly.
To tackle mould, first soak the shower curtain in bleach and then put it in the washing machine. Dark tile joints are another big nuisance. They will be bright white again if you scrub them with lemon juice and a toothbrush. Also take the opportunity to clear out bathroom cabinets and baskets of cosmetics you no longer need, so that you can really feel at ease in your bathroom again.
Ridding the kitchen of dirt and dust
The tops of kitchen cupboards are real dust traps and should be cleaned regularly. A cloth soaked in oil works best for this, as oil dissolves grease particularly well. First remove the coarse dirt, then wipe off the rest with washing-up liquid and a sponge and dry thoroughly.
To keep the dirt away in future, place a layer of newspaper on top of the cupboard and replace it regularly. Dirt in hard-to-reach gaps can easily be loosened with a toothbrush or a kebab skewer. A steam cleaner also does a good job here.
Making your home shine
A thorough spring clean brings new sparkle to your home. With the right tips and tools, cleaning the bathroom, kitchen and so on is easy, so you will soon feel completely at home within your own four walls again.
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