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December 18 2018

Things You’re Cleaning Too Often

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Most people don’t like cleaning, and they don’t realise that they’re cleaning some things way too often.

You could leave it to the professionals and give St Anne’s Cleaning a call on: 0203 397 7495 and in the meantime, save some time by following our simple cleaning tips:

1. Don’t wash your clothes too often

If you’ve only worn your outfit once and it’s not ‘dirty’, ask yourself ‘do I need to wash this?’ Washing your clothes too often can cause them to fade (among other things). It will also save you a lot of laundry detergent, water and energy.

2. Don’t clean your pantry on a weekly basis

Most of what is stored in your pantry is dry and will be good for a long time, so why would there still be the need to pull everything out every week? Cleaning your pantry out and checking up on expiration dates on a seasonal basis is enough to ensure that everything is clean and within date.

3. Don’t pre-wash your dishes before putting them into the dishwasher

Even though a lot of people think it’ helps, pre-washing bowls, plates or other dishes is a major waste of your time. Many modern dishwashers have a sensor in them which takes note of how much mess there is left in the machine and how to respond in an effective way.

4. Don’t clean your carpets too often

Vacuuming your carpets is something you need to do on a regular basis and is also something that won’t leave a lot of damage to your carpets. But you need to be careful when you are planning on cleaning your carpets with professional products; these products can cause a lot of wear and tear to the fibres in the carpeting.

5. Don’t clean your mirrors so often

Spraying your mirror with glass cleaner, for example, can destroy the back of your mirror. Which we believe is far worse than a few smudges on your mirror!

Allow the professionals to take care of all your cleaning needs, call St Anne’s Cleaning now on: 0203 397 7495

November 6 2018

Here’s Why You Should Always Wear Gloves While Cleaning

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Ok, so cleaning gloves and marigolds are not the most sexiest or the most fashionable things to wear. But you’ll definitely find them worth wearing after reading the St Anne’s Cleaning Guide to Wearing Gloves!

#1: Gloves can prevent you from getting sick

Think of all the bacteria you will get in contact with while you’re cleaning. Your bathroom, toilet and kitchen sink are full of Salmonella and E. Coli bacteria. Also, do you realise how dirty your dishcloth and sponges are? They are the dirtiest things in your house. Even if you are not wearing gloves and washing your hands after you have done the cleaning, it will not help to kill the bacteria. So do not put yourself at any risk! Wear cleaning gloves whilst cleaning!

#2: Gloves protect against chemical burns

Don’t ever expose your skin to any chemicals like vinegar, ammonia or bleach! These chemicals will cause your skin’s natural oil barriers to be removed and at its worst cause chemical burns. To prevent this from happening to you we recommend you to wear cleaning gloves when cleaning!

#3: Gloves will keep your skin from being exposed to hot water

Getting dry, rough and grimy hands from washing the dishes does not necessarily have to happen when you are wearing gloves.

What do you think that exact same hot water you use to melt all the dirt off your dishes does to your skin? Right, nothing good.

Dermatologists are warning people that hot water can cause those oils that keep your skin soft and supple to strip off.

Wearing dish gloves while washing your dishes in hot water will keep your hands protected. Also, you will be able to wash your dishes in much hotter water than your hands could ever handle when they are not wearing gloves, which will make the process go way faster!

Cleaning gloves are a great accessory to the kitchen but we recommend leaving cleaning to the professionals.

Call St Anne’s Cleaning now on: 0203 397 7495

September 11 2018

Turn Cleaning into a Workout

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We all know we should go to the gym more often, but there are only so many hours in a day!

The good news is that you can turn cleaning into a workout and make your home into a gym just by cleaning. The NHS recommends 150 minutes of brisk activity a week to stay healthy, so a solid couple of hours of cleaning will have you well on target – and a more intensive session, such as spring cleaning – is ideal for working up a serious sweat.

While you certainly don’t need to wear the latest high tech workout gear, it’s a good idea to put on some comfortable clothes that allow you to stretch easily, something you won’t overheat in.

How to get in those steps

One mistake that we all often make is working zone by zone, cleaning each room completely one at a time. Not only is this not the most efficient way to clean, we miss a great opportunity to get in those 10,000 steps a day!

By tackling the job task by task rather than room by room – i.e. dusting the whole house, then polishing, then doing all the floors or carpets – you’ll rack up those steps in no time.

To really reap the benefits, you want to hit at least a moderate level of intensity (when you can feel your heart rate is elevated and you might be slightly breathless but could still hold a conversation) so consider challenging yourself by sticking a timer on and racing the clock!

Go hard or go home

An easy way to increase the intensity of everyday cleaning activities is simply to exaggerate your movements. This will help you challenge your muscles a little bit more.

When vacuuming, take giant steps that force you to engage your core muscles to keep your balance – or even lunge if you are able. When cleaning the windows, crouch right down to get the low bits then right to your tiptoes to get a full body stretch. Keep your feet still while dusting a bookcase and challenge yourself to reach every corner simply by stretching.

Of course, if anybody catches you bending into weird and wonderful positions you might have some explaining to do!

Resistance exercise

A good spring clean often involves carrying heavy items from room to room, which is a fantastic load-bearing exercise. A laundry basket full of sheets or a box of miscellaneous items to be returned to their proper place can be held at a 90-degree angle for a great arm workout. You can really get your heart rate going by squatting every few steps, and you can also incorporate squats instead of bending down to put things away in low cupboards or shelves. This has the added bonus of being better for your back!

Dance and go

The most fun way to burn off extra calories while getting your chores out the way is simply to dance as you go. Stick on your favourite party music and decide that every chorus is a dance break. It might take you a little longer to blitz the house that way, but a dance break is always worth the extra time!

Well, after all of this I should think you’re exhausted. So, put the kettle on, and next time leave the cleaning to the professionals!

Call St Anne’s Cleaning now on: 0203 397 7495

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August 28 2018

The Motivation to Clean

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Let’s face it nobody likes cleaning but here are some tips to help you get some motivation to clean.

Plan a Special Dinner Party

Inviting someone over can be a great motivator to get things clean -especially since it gives you a hard deadline. Also, when you start looking around through the eyes of guests you start to see the dirt more clearly.

Getting up Early

Waking up early can make a big difference and can give you more motivation. Even if you go out for a quick walk/ run or just by setting your alarm that extra bit earlier to eat your favourite cereal you may notice a difference to your day and have more motivation to clean.

Change is Always Good

Rearranging a room is a great way to create a fresh perspective and find a motivation to clean and to start organizing. Change window coverings, buy a new rug, move pictures around. At the same time, seeing the great looking results can result in cleanliness spilling over into other rooms of your home.

Try a New Cleaning Product or method

Instead of looking at a chore as work, bring a new product or gadget to the table. A new cleaning mop or cleaning product with a natural aroma makes thing fresh and fun.

Buy a new piece of furniture

Finding a special piece of furniture for the living room or even your bedroom is great motivation to clean the room before you bring it home.

Clear out clutter

Find a cupboard or room to clear out of clutter. Put items into storage, take them to a recycling depot or throw them out if there is no further use. The feeling of getting rid of unwanted items is invigorating. And you have a clean cupboard or room!

Even just throwing a few items away can make a huge difference and make your space seem a whole lot bigger.

At St. Anne’s Cleaning, we understand that being motivated to clean can be difficult. So why not give the professionals a call!

Call St Anne’s Cleaning now on: 0203 397 7495

July 31 2018

Carpet Cleaning Tips

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Need tips on how to get a carpet looking really clean?

St Anne’s cleaning recommends the following steps to help you keep your carpet clean and fresh:

Vacuum your Carpet Regularly…

At least once a week as dirt and dust can build up making it look dirty.

Especially if you have pets or children then you may find that vacuuming is handy and is a quick way remove any hairs or dirt.

Always Take your Shoes Off at the Door…

Front or back. Any dust and dirt you’ve collected on the soles of your shoes, however clean they may look, will cause an impact on the appearance and health of your carpets and home.

If there is no space and to make your home look more presentable there are shoe racks which people find handy to have to keep them stored all in one place.

Clean Up Spots and Spills Promptly…

Remove any excess and then blot the area using a clean white towel.

Never use a coloured towel as this may cause colour transfer. Leave a clean white towel over the stain with something heavy on top so it can draw out any excess moisture.

Never Scrub a Stain…

NEVER!

By scrubbing you will fray the carpet fibres and cause permanent damage. You may well remove the spill/mark but your eye will forever be drawn to the area because of the fibres being affected.

Stain remover products are found in all supermarkets and could be your first port of call. In the long run however, they may not help the problem.

If plain water doesn’t do the trick then be careful using any type of detergent or carpet shampoo. It could leave a sticky residue which will attract dirt making your carpet look worse!

Regular maintenance is key!

Sometimes it’s handy to get a helping hand and calling in a professional can be extremely beneficial in the longterm.

We recommend you should have your carpets cleaned every 6-12 months. Not only will it extend the life of your carpets you will also have a cleaner, healthier home.

Protect your Carpets…

When having carpets professionally cleaned it is a good idea to have protection applied. The protection will make your carpets more resistant and any spots and spills will be easier to clean up.

We hope you have found these tips useful. We also hope that on second thoughts, you will prefer to call in the professionals!

Call St Anne’s Cleaning now on: 0203 397 7495