Cleaning Tips from the Professionals

Keeping a clean home isn’t just about effort — it’s about smart habits,
good choices, and knowing when to call in the professionals. Below are
practical cleaning tips to help you maintain a cleaner home with less
time and stress.

Get Everyone Involved (Yes, Even Children)

One of the most effective ways to maintain a clean home is to make it a
shared responsibility. Every member of the household can play a part —
including young children.

Teaching children simple tasks such as making their beds or helping with
light household jobs (appropriate to their age) helps build good habits
early. Many children enjoy helping, and it also encourages responsibility,
routine, and overall wellbeing.

Removing Fingerprints from Windows

Fingerprints on windows are one of the most common issues we see in family
homes, especially at child height.

Professional window cleaning tip:

• Use a slightly damp microfibre cloth
• Rub the mark gently from side to side, applying light pressure
• Finish with a dry section of the cloth to remove any remaining smears

When done correctly, the glass should be completely clear with no streaks
left behind.

Be a Shrewd Consumer When Furnishing Your Home

When purchasing furniture and décor, it’s worth thinking beyond appearance
and considering the long-term cleaning time involved.

While brass or metallic items can look attractive, they quickly become dust
magnets and require frequent polishing. Dark upholstery shows dust easily,
while very light colours stain quickly — mid-tone fabrics are often the most
practical choice.

For walls, washable or semi-gloss paints are a smart option, particularly in
homes with children, as they can be cleaned easily while still looking good.

Flooring also plays a big role in cleaning time. Smooth surfaces such as
wooden floors or linoleum are generally easier to maintain than carpets.
Avoid flooring that requires frequent waxing, as this can quickly become
time-consuming.

Minimise Clutter to Save Time

Clutter is one of the biggest obstacles to keeping a home clean. Take time
to assess what you truly need and remove items that are rarely used.

If you find it difficult to part with things, try the six-month rule:
place infrequently used items in a box, and if you don’t use them within
six months, it’s safe to say they’re not needed.

In larger homes, closing off rooms that are rarely used and covering the
furniture can significantly reduce cleaning time.