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The ultimate guide to finding cleaners in London

August 7, 2023 by Catherine

Collaborative post Are you looking for a reputable and reliable cleaner in London? Are you overwhelmed by the number of options available and unsure of how to begin your search? This guide to finding cleaners in London will definitely help. Here, you'll find information on task cleaning, costs, booking a cleaner, and finding the best cleaning company. What tasks can a professional domestic cleaner do in London? Living and working in ...

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5 silver jewellery care tips to keep your treasures sparkling

April 6, 2023 by Catherine

Collaborative post Do you have an ongoing love affair with silver jewellery?  If like me you’ve got an ever-growing collection of treasures, you’re probably keen to look after it and keep it looking good for as long as possible. I’ve recently received some beautiful sterling silver jewellery from Daisy London, and it’s got me thinking about all the things I do to take care of my collection - and where I can improve. It’s all too ...

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Using a professional to carry out end of tenancy cleaning

March 10, 2023 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post With the end of a tenancy, tension and apprehension can often appear. A smooth handover of a house or flat helps everyone involved, whether that's in terms of getting deposits back, or being able to hand the property to a new tenant. The condition of the property at the end of the tenancy can often cause issues. A dirty property can become a major stumbling block in the process. With speed often of the essence, ...

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Filed Under: Family Home Tagged With: Cleaning, Moving home, Renting

Three things in your home that could be harming your health

December 7, 2022 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post In recent years, lifestyle and wellbeing trends have indicated that we are more health-conscious than ever before. This is hardly surprising, because we were living through the pandemic and working harder than ever to reduce the spread of illness.  However, as we begin to move forward, many of us are keen to maintain these efforts. As most change begins at home, this means making an effort to keep your space clean ...

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Filed Under: Family Home Tagged With: Cleaning, decluttering, Family home, Home, Home maintenance, home management, Pests, Top Tips

How do I find a good domestic cleaner near me?

October 12, 2022 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post Cleaning up the home is no easy task - and finding a good domestic cleaner can be even more difficult. A really good cleaner is worth their weight in gold. Hiring a good domestic cleaner can feel like a daunting task. You have to trust that the person will possibly be alone in your home and, depending on your schedule and situation, may need a set of keys or access to your property. Therefore, you need to find someone who ...

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What to do when you need emergency upholstery cleaning

September 12, 2022 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post Anyone who remembers using the Yellow Pages will be able to recall the numerous adverts for emergency services. Generally, these would have been for plumbers, electricians, and qualified gas engineers. However, there are times when a different kind of emergency occurs. Life has a way of throwing up accidents now and again, and in the home, this could mean spills and potentially costly damage to carpets and ...

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Filed Under: Family Home Tagged With: carpet, Cleaning, Home maintenance, Soft furnishings, Top Tips

22 places people often forget to clean

August 22, 2022 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post Cleaning is a continuous chore that we all have to tackle in the home. And as we’re only human, we can sometimes miss or forget to clean obscure places without realising it. This is pretty much inevitable unless you hire a professional house cleaning service. Here are 22 of the most common places in the house that people often forget to clean. See if you've missed any of them! 1. The tops of cabinets and ...

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Can a professional cleaning service help to reduce stress?

June 13, 2022 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post Stress is an area of mental health that affects pretty much everyone at some point. In recent years we've seen a shift towards discussing mental wellness more openly, and this is definitely a positive move towards helping us all to manage stressful situations. The workplace, family issues, and finances can all play a role in causing stress levels to rise. According to a study by the Mental Health Foundation, 74% of UK ...

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Filed Under: Family Home Tagged With: Cleaning, Home, Home maintenance, mental health, Stress

Tips for a cleaner bathroom

February 3, 2022 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Bathroom cleaning is a chore that we all like to put off from time to time. We tend to use our bathrooms the most first thing in the morning and last thing in the evening. At these times of day we're usually either tired or in a hurry, so it's not hard to see why the bathroom can get messy quicker than other rooms in the home. One good way to cut down on the time spent on the dreaded bathroom deep clean is to get into good habits. Try to ...

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8 brilliant carpet care tips

October 25, 2021 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post We all want our carpets to look clean and feel plush to walk on. Over time however, carpet colours can fade, the pile can deteriorate, and dirt can start to build up. The good news is that by following a few tips and tricks, you can not only maintain the longevity of your carpets, but also keep them looking good. Here are eight carpet care tips to help you get the best out of this popular flooring ...

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