House Cleaning Tips

Are you thinking about getting your significant other a new vacuum cleaner as a Christmas gift but you're not sure which brand you should buy? We have a variety of vacuum cleaner reviews that can help make your choice easier. Some of the vacuum cleaner brands reviewed are: Hoover Vacuums Eureka Vacuums Dirt Devil Vacuums Bagless Vacuum Cleaners Dyson Vacuums and more. Don't wait, Christmas is just around the corner.

Don't sweat the small stuff! Even though we really don't like those embarrassing antiperspirants stains, sweating happens for a reason. You may think we perspire as our bodies are too hot, in reality it's our bodies way of keeping us cool. Perspiration that happens in the armpit area, will have a yellowish color and contains fatty acids and proteins. Most of us; both men and women, have trouble with underarm perspiration. Men may also get perspiration between the shoulder blades, groin area, hands and feet. All of these things can result in stains on your clothing. Here is something you can try to remove deodorant stains: Hydrogen Peroxide I keep bottles of hydrogen peroxide on my shelves. It works great for some many things. It's always a good idea to do a spot check in an inconspicuous spot first. After you've done the spot check, apply straight hydrogen peroxide on the stained area and rub it in. Allow this to sit on the stain for 30 minutes or so. Hydrogen p...

Are you looking for ways to get grass stains out of clothing? Grass stains happen! What do you do? When your kids are playing in the yard or you’re on your knees doing yard work, it can be quite common to get grass stains on the knees of our pants. The problem with grass stains is they can be mixed with more than just grass. There may be some mud and other things in the mix but when you need to get the stain out, concentrate on the grass part of the stain first. Simple Cleaning Solution This is a non-toxic way to clean the grass stain. • Go to your local health food store or pharmacy and purchase a supplemental, digestive enzyme in powder or pill form. • Use 1 teaspoon of the powder and add a little water to make a paste. • Apply the paste to the grass stain, covering the entire area and let sit for one hour. • Wash as you normally would but don’t put it in the dryer yet. Let it air dry to make sure the stain is gone. Dry Cleaning Solvent Test in an inconspicuous spot first then fo...

Is dish washing detergent only for cleaning dishes? What about automatic dish washing detergent? Both these types of detergents can be used for other kinds of cleaning throughout your home. One of your household items that can be cleaned with dish washing detergent is your refrigerator (inside and out). Automatic dish washing detergent can be used to clean tough stains. For more uses using dishwashing detergent , come see us at Mrs. Clean.

Not only is vinegar used in cooking for tenderize meats and bringing out the flavor of some foods, vinegar is also used to clean around the house. Vinegar is quite effective for killing household germs, bacteria, and killing most molds due to its acidic levels. Vinegar is also a "green product", meaning it is environmentally friendly. For cleaning purposes you want to use white vinegar, who knows... you may already have this in your cupboards. Some uses for cleaning with vinegar are: Cleaning your garbage disposal Cleaning the top of your refrigerator Cleaning everyday glassware that has turned cloudy We have more helpful tips for cleaning with vinegar at Mrs. Clean. Stop by and check them out.

Everyone needs a little help now and again. One of the areas our new clients have a tough time with is removing soap scum from their tub and shower. Soap scum will build up when you take shower after shower and can be difficult to clean if not cleaned regularly. It's not just soap but minerals from the water, body oils, sloughed off skin and bacteria. When you realize this, I don't think it's something you want yourself or your family bathing in. Get Rid of Soap Scum Ammonia and Water Mix one part household ammonia with two parts water in a spray bottle. Spray on the location and wipe clean. Rinse the area thoroughly. Vinegar Spray white vinegar directly onto the soap scum and allow it to work for a minute or so. Wipe clean. Dryer Sheets Rub a dryer sheet onto the bathtub or shower walls to help remove the soap scum. Heavy Duty Cleaning Borax Borax is a scouring powder and a cleaning agent. Wet a sponge and sprinkle on the borax. Scrub the scum off. This is safer than o...

Fresh berries. Mmmm, there's nothing better than eating fresh berries or using them in a pie or as an ice cream topper. The downside of these wonderful little delights is the tough berry stains you get on your hands, you know how the stains work in and around your fingernails, and your clothing when the juice drips on your shirt. For tips on removing berry stains , visit Mrs. Clean USA.

If you're like I am, you have out-of-towners sharing your home during the holidays, and one of the places I spend the most time cleaning is the guest bathroom. I mean your guests should have a clean and fresh bathroom to use, right? I remember when I used to get my dirty clothes on, put my hair up, get my scrub brush and cleaning solution just because I knew I'd be cleaning the shower curtain. I'd spray on the cleaner and either get in the tub or lean over the tub to scrub that yucky mildew and soap scum from the bottom part of the shower curtain with the scrub brush. It wasn't easy, I'd get splattered on and a kink in my back. Well those days are long over and they can be for you too! We have some easy cleaning solutions for cleaning your shower curtain , so it doesn't have to be a pain in your back!

Why does silver tarnish? When silver is exposed to air - it tarnishes. Silver will also tarnish more quickly when it is exposed to damp/humid air and therefore should be kept covered. Silver; whether it is jewelry or serving pieces, is not something we think to clean very often until it's time to break them out for a special occasion. There are many things to keep your silver from coming into contact with. Here are a few: Rubber Table Salt Displaying Flowers or Fruit The acids in these can etch and damage your silver. We have some effective tips for cleaning silver . Cleaning silver can be easy and will keep it looking beautiful.

Winter is fast approaching, which means we usually spend more time in our homes enjoying family, good food, and a warm fire. Because we will be spending more time indoors, now is a good time to get some winter cleaning chores done. Some things to think about doing are: Cleaning your furnace and the fireplace. Do you know when you last had the fireplace cleaned and the chimney checked? The chimney is the one place you want to be inspected and swept to avoid a possible fire hazard in your home. You should also think about a professional technician showing you how to maintain your furnace to keep it running efficiently through these upcoming winter months. For your convenience, we have a winter cleaning checklist to help you get started.

We love our stainless steel and maintaining the cleanliness is essential in keeping the fingerprints and smudges at bay. Did you know you should always clean with the grain. Yes. There is a grain and you should never rub against the grain as this can produce scratches, and they can be permanent. Check out our tips for cleaning stainless steel , we have more tips to help keep all your stainless steel items looking great.

Once your office was your space, a place to relax while paying bills, or a retreat from the kids while they are playing Nintendo (too loudly!). But ... as our lives become more busy, running to and fro, we've lost our office space to piles of paper and ... something on a paper plate and the previous day's coffee. Don't fret. We can help you clean your office space with easy to follow organizational tips. Take a look, we hope our list of tips helps you out.

You've just said goodbye to family and friends after a busy day of kids playing, eating good food, and visiting. As you’re cleaning up you see there are scuff marks on the floor. Most likely they won’t come off by mopping. Here is a list of ways to get those scuff marks clean. Mr. Clean Magic Eraser These are ideal for many clean ups throughout the house, scuff marks too. Just wet the magic eraser, wring it out, apply a bit of pressure and clean those scuff marks right up. Large Pencil Eraser Not only for correcting spelling errors, it will also remove some of the smaller scuff marks. Rub the area firmly in the direction of the mark. Once you’ve finished with the eraser, apply a little of your regular floor cleaner to clean and remove any remaining residue from the eraser. Rubber Soled Tennis Shoe Use the soles of a pair of tennis shoes (that are clean) to erase scuff marks. Just run the heel or the toe over the area firmly until gone. Baking Soda and Water Make a thick paste o...

Most of us really enjoy milk and milk products. Who doesn't like a nice thick milkshake from time to time, an ice cream cone, or just drinking milk everyday? But what happens to the stain from spilled milk? For one, if it isn't removed quickly, you may start to notice a foul odor. I'm sure us Mom's out here have had milk spilled in the car and couldn't get it cleaned in time, so I'm sure you know what I mean about the stinky smell. We have some tips on removing milk stains from fabrics, carpets, and furniture that will help you clean up spilled milk stains.

Mold and mildew is a fungus that grows in moist, warm environments. You can identify both mold and mildew by its color, either shades of pink, brown or black, that covers the surface. It can also leave an unpleasant musty, sour odor behind. Mold or mildew will take root on fabric, wood, sheetrock, paper, and most bathroom surfaces in a high humidity and warm environment. There are a variety of causes for mold & mildew. Some are poor air circulation, not enough lighting, and damp areas. We have tips for removing bathroom mold & mildew you may find helpful.

Stained grout can really make a room look dingy, especially if you have a large area of tiling such as your floor or countertops. Sometimes all the hard work you put into cleaning the grout just doesn't get those stains out. Before you hire a professional, try one of these grout cleaning tips first.

What is the Smell Coming from Your Refrigerator? There is plenty of leftover food that gets stored in our refrigerators or food items we just never got around to using (or couldn't find) that can cause some really bad smells and that – can be just a bit disturbing. I don’t know about you but I’ve opened some refrigerators and the smell can just knock my socks off and completely make me lose my appetite. So if you go poking your head in a fridge and it smells a bit putrefied, whether it’s yours or a family member, either clean it or tell someone else it’s time to clean their refrigerator. I mean mold, bacteria and mildew growing within the fridge is not a place I want to be grabbing my food from. If the fridge is stinking, your option is to give it a good cleaning. Completely go through it and toss old foods and condiments. Clean the inside, take out the drawers (clean them out and underneath). Wipe everything dry when you’re done and put only the good stuff back in. Tips for Kee...

Do you have a tough stain on a piece of clothing and you're frustrated because it didn't come clean in the wash and now your thinking you might have to throw it away? Wait!! Before you toss it in the trash or use it for a cleaning rag, check out these cleaning tips. You might just find something that works for your situation. How to Remove Baby Formula Most of the time, if you catch a fresh formula stain on baby’s clothing, you can pre-treat it (with something like Dreft Stain Remover) and wash it, and then the stains are gone. But what if you have been given some baby clothes with formula stains that have been there a while? Pre-Treating Baby Clothes Here are a few things you can try: Apply a detergent like Dawn to the stain and gently work it in with a clean, old toothbrush. Let sit for an hour or so. Dissolve 2 to 3 scoops of OxiClean into one gallon of cold water and let soak between 24 and 48 hours. Good old Mother Nature is another great option. Spritz the stain with...

You work hard every day for your family. You really do deserve a clean house and a day where you can go out enjoy yourself for a while without having to do the cleaning yourself. Your house cleaning choice is clear. Mrs. Clean gives you superior customer service and leaves your home sparkling clean. We bring all the cleaning supplies and equipment necessary to tackle your toughest dirt and grime, and leave your house or office bright and shining clean. We are staffed with local house cleaners and offer you dependable, honest, and quality cleaning services guaranteed from a service you can trust. We are licensed, insured, and bonded for your protection. We do not have subcontractors come into your home. Our maids are trusted, trained, and background checked employees. We stand behind our cleaning performance and guarantee your satisfaction and service to you. The maids we send; will clean it right. To review, here is what we offer you: • Licensed, bonded, insured • Background checked em...