Everyone has their own routine for cleaning their kitchen but we've found that circling your way around is actually a really good idea. By that we mean always beginning your cleaning on the right side of your stove, then move clockwise around the room. The stove is typically the dirtiest part of the kitchen so ending with it keeps you from spreading dirt and grease across your kitchen. Soak any washing up first (those pans from last night's dinner will be A LOT easier to clean if they've had a soak in some hot water and fairy!) and by the time you get back to them they'll only need a rinse and a quick scrub!

We all know that sponges can be a breeding ground for bacteria but we've got a quick and easy way to keep your sponge healthy and clean to use. A quick tip is to disinfect yours every few days by squeezing it out and microwaving it on high for a minute. This will kill any nasty bacteria currently residing in it. Eventually when it’s shredded and smelly, replace it.

We've found a quick and easy way to get your bath tub back to its original gleaming colour, removing those stains and marks that develop over time, and using such simple 'ingredients' too!

Combine equal amounts of cream of tartar and baking soda with enough lemon juice to make a paste. Rub the mixture into the stain with your fingers or a soft cloth. Let it sit for a half hour, then rinse well with water.

Sparkling bath tubs all round!

Look out for more Quick Tips from Millimopps!

Is there a smell of fish, curry or something you've burnt? You can banish unwanted cooking smells from the kitchen by boiling a cup of distilled white vinegar and a couple of cloves in an uncovered saucepan for a few minutes.

It's as simple as that!

Look out for more Quick Tips from Millimopps!

Is your toilet full of limescale and other stains and you don't have a chemical toilet cleaner on hand? Or are you looking for less expensive and/or non-toxic cleaning solutions? Don't worry, just reach for the fridge, and grab a Coke! 

Step 1: Pour cola into the bowl. Pour it around the rim so it flows over the stains around the inside of the bowl.

Step 2: Let it sit for at least an hour. The acids in the cola will break down the stains. For extra cleaning power, let the cola sit in the toilet overnight.

Step 3: Optionally, clean the toilet with a brush. If there are lots of stubborn stains, you may need to use a brush to further loosen them before going to the next step.

Step 4: Flush. At least some of the limescale buildup should be dissolved by the phosphoric acid in the cola. 

Who knew that cheap cola makes a very efficient toilet cleaner?

Look out for more Quick Tips from Millimopps!

Any hard flooring in your home is susceptible to scuff marks. Scuff marks are the black streaks usually left by items that have a hard rubber bottom, such as heels, hard-soled shoes, ladders, furniture, toys, and so on. 

Here at Millimopps Ironing Service, we've found a fantastic tip to help you defeat those unsightly scuff marks with less effort than you probably imagined. And all you need is a tennis ball!

Grab yourself a clean, dry tennis ball and use it to clean off shoe scuff marks from vinyl flooring. With hardly any effort at all, a light rub and heel marks will be totally “erased”!

Look out for more Quick Tips from Millimopps!

We've found a great tip for cleaning your blender after making your smoothie (or whatever else you fancy blending!). 'After you pour out the contents, take the pitcher straight to the sink. Put in a little water and a drop of dish soap, put it back on the blender, and turn it on for 20 seconds. Rinse it out and you’re done.

 Look out for more Quick Tips from Millimopps!

Placed in a moist, warm location, shower doors are prone to mildew and mould growth. Add to that the soap scum that quickly builds up over time, and you've got quite the cleaning task in front of you. Here’s how to take the pain out of this cleaning chore and have your doors sparkling!

You Will Need:

• White vinegar
• Sponges or soft cloths
• Water
• Lemon oil
• Bucket

Steps to Clean Shower Doors:

1. Start by mixing one part water with one part vinegar in a bucket. If there is a lot of build up on the doors, use more vinegar. Straight vinegar can be used as well for really dirty doors.
2. Moisten the sponge or soft cloth in the mixture.
3. Rub it over the surfaces of the door to remove any soap scum and hard water stains that have built up. Apply more of the vinegar/water mixture as you are scrubbing to keep the surface wet.
4. Once clean, rinse with clean water.
5. Dry with a soft cloth to remove any excess water and make the doors shine.
6. If there are still water spots present, there are two options:

• If there is still hard water deposits or soap scum present, wipe the surface with white vinegar on a soft cloth or sponge.
• If the door is clean, and all surface residue has been removed, you can apply lemon oil to the surface using a soft cloth or sponge. This will make the glass shine. It also works well on the metal frames.

Additional Tips and Advice

• Dry the doors off after each use to keep soap scum and hard water stains from returning.
• Treat any signs of mould or mildew immediately with a mild bleach or vinegar solution.
• Use caution when selecting commercial cleaning products. Some cleaners that are designed to clean tile and tubs are not safe to use on glass. Rather than cleaning them, they can etch the surface and leave a dull, filmy appearance.
• Want to treat the source of soap scum? Switch to liquid soap. The bar soap is what causes soap scum in the first place.

Look out for more Quick Tips from Millimopps!