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How to Deep Clean a Dog Bed + Tips to Keep it Clean!

Just like us, dogs deserve a nice bed to sleep in; one that’s comfortable, cosy and, of course, clean! Although many pet owners allow their dogs to sleep on the couch or with them in their bed, as much as your dog likes to cuddle with you, it’s only fair that they have their own bed to climb in and out of anytime they like. 

Now, here comes the tricky part; cleaning your dog’s bed needs to be more about deep cleaning than it is about surface cleaning. This is because germs pass through the outer material/cover and thrive within the bedding. What’s worse, flea larvae can also be hiding

Six Simple Rules for a Clean and Tidy Apartment Space

The simplest of things can aid in keeping the cleanest of apartment spaces. In other words, if you follow a few, easy rules, you will never have to worry about spending more time than you can spare in cleaning up a very untidy and dirty house. These are tips and tricks that teach you how to discipline and motivate yourself to spend a little time each day in maintaining a clean and tidy apartment. 

One of the most common reasons for allowing clutter to accumulate and household cleaning to get ahead of you is lack of time which, in many situations, is justified. It always seems like there’s so much

Garage Cleaning Guide: Clear the Space, Clean it Out, and Get Organised!

For many, garage cleaning is an absolute nightmare! In retrospect, however, no one can be held responsible for the chaotic mess in one’s garage, other than the homeowners themselves. It’s a classic case of: “you’ve made your bed, now lie in it”. Of course, in this case, it means you’ve got to do something about it, not actually lie in it!

A garage typically accumulates miscellaneous items that don’t have alternative storage spaces; this creates clutter that soon gets out of hand because it’s hard to resist storing items in a haphazard manner when you are dealing with a space that is far from organised. Therefore, it’s always best to

Bedroom Cleaning & Organising Tips: A Little Goes a Long Way

You’ve seen and heard it all before yet nothing has helped or motivated you to stay on top of cleaning and organising your bedroom. In fact, unless you are a cleaning professional that can devote tiring hours to getting things spick and span on a regular basis, most guides seem unrealistic for a busy individual to follow. There are only so many other things you can do when you aren’t working or taking care of other responsibilities; however, it’s important to remind yourself (every day) that a little goes a long way!

Now, you may be wondering how doing a little every day will solve anything when your room seems

A Post-Party Cleaning Guide That Won’t Wear You Out

Just like time flies when you’re having a good time, the house gets pretty messed up when you’re throwing a party! Guests forget to use coasters, sticky spills are inevitable, and everything seems to be left out of place. Of course, none of this matters when you and your guests are having fun, right? It does, however, (matter) when everyone leaves and the party’s over! That’s when you sit there wondering where your after-party clean up begins and where it’s going to end – the floors, the furniture, the kitchen, the living room – the list just goes on! 

For a tired host or hostess, it can be rather overwhelming

A Systematic Way to Clean Your Kitchen

There truly is nothing like a home-cooked meal, is there? Well, a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into preparing a hot, delicious meal for the family will leave you feeling more than grateful to the person who has cooked it! Along with the amount of preparation, time and energy that goes into cooking a family meal, the messy aftermath that needs to be dealt with post-eating can be pretty overwhelming. 

Of course, the logical thing to do is keep your kitchen clean while you cook (as far as possible, at least); however, sometimes things get out of hand and order/cleanliness goes out the window! Nevertheless, when the system fails while

How to Hand Wash Clothes from Start to Finish!

Let’s not beat around the bush; washing clothes by hand is a tedious affair. The step-by-step process involved is rather time-consuming, and requires a lot more energy than putting a load in the washer and pushing a button! However, if you’re looking to conserve water and energy in the hope of cutting down your water and electricity bills, hand washing clothes is a great idea. 

Apart from controlling the amount of water used, washing clothes by hand allows you to spot clean stains or pay more attention to dirtier areas for a thorough clean. Unlike a washing machine where your clothes are out of sight, when hand washing items, you

No Scratches, No Damage: How to Clean and Polish Aluminium

Whether it’s pots and pans or outdoor furniture; everyone has some form of aluminium in their home. What makes it such a popular choice of metal? Well, for starters, it is a very durable material, and secondly, its lustrous appearance is like eye-candy to the average homeowner! Of course, with your beautiful, shiny aluminium comes the responsibility of keeping it that way!

In an indoor setting, aluminium is prone to dullness and stains while an outdoor environment tends to corrode the metal quicker than usual. Therefore, regular and proper cleaning of aluminium is imperative to maintain its glorious finish!

While it may seem like a simple task (and it is),

Simple Tips and Ideas to Clean and Organise Kids’ Bedrooms

If you have kids between the ages of 2 and 12, you will also have a bedroom (or multiple) that is messy beyond reason! Of course, this comes as no surprise since young kids are typically overactive while still developing a sense of responsibility and/or learning how to pick up after themselves. However, regardless of where your kids are at (on the self-disciplined scale), it’s up to you clean and organise their bedroom efficiently which, in turn, sets a good example for them to follow as they get older.

Now, a couple of questions come to mind when organising and cleaning a child’s bedroom: “where do I begin”, “what is

Top House Cleaning Tips for Professional Results

Whether you choose to hire a maid or do it yourself, house cleaning is inevitable. There are only so many days you can go without feeling completely guilty and (a lot of times) disgusted by the filth that has accumulated in your living space! From cobwebs in the corner and dust on the furniture, to stains on your floor and a highly unsanitary bathroom; the list goes. Lack of cleaning or irregular house cleaning not only puts your health at risk, but leaves you with an overwhelming list of household chores to complete. 

While the option to hire a professional to keep your house in check may or may not