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Tip · how to clean marble worktopsNever Use Acid on Marble
The most common — and most expensive — mistake in a fine home is using an acidic cleaner on marble or limestone. Lemon, vinegar, and most limescale removers will etch the surface, leaving a dull cloud that no amount o…
Tip · how to keep chrome taps shinyBuff Chrome Dry to Stop Water Spots
Chrome and polished metal look magnificent when flawless and betray every water droplet when they are not. In London's hard water, a wet tap dries to a chalky spot within minutes. The remedy is simple: after cleaning …
Tip · how to clean glass without streaksClean Glass Without Leaving a Film
Streaky glass is almost always a matter of residue rather than dirt. Over time, product build-up leaves an invisible film that catches the light and smears. The fix is to use minimal, residue-free cleaner and, crucial…
Tip · correct order to dust a roomDust From the Top Down
Dusting in the wrong order means doing the work twice. Always begin at the highest point in a room — cornices, tops of frames and wardrobes, light fittings — and work downwards, so any dust you dislodge falls onto sur…
Tip · how to prevent bathroom mouldVentilate the Bathroom to Beat Mould
Mould in grout and sealant is a moisture problem, not a dirt problem. In a warm, humid bathroom, damp corners are all mould needs to take hold. The most effective habit is also the simplest: after cleaning, and after …
Tip · how to care for cushions and upholsteryTurn and Air Soft Furnishings
Soft furnishings quietly hold dust, moisture and odour, then release them back into a room. Cushions, throws and upholstery benefit from regular turning, plumping and airing — ideally in fresh, moving air — to keep th…
Tip · how to clean wooden floors safelyProtect Timber From Excess Moisture
Fine timber — floors, cabinetry, furniture — is damaged more often by water than by dirt. Excess moisture causes swelling, lifting and dulling that are difficult to reverse. Clean timber with a barely-damp cloth or mo…
Tip · how to remove limescale London hard waterTackle Limescale Early
London's hard water deposits limescale constantly, and the longer it sits, the harder it becomes to remove — eventually setting permanently on glass and fittings. The winning strategy is frequency, not force: address …
Tip · how to clean kitchen extractor filtersClean the Extractor Filters
The kitchen extractor is one of the most overlooked and most grease-laden parts of any home. Its filters and canopy quietly collect a film of cooking grease that dulls the metal, reduces the extractor's efficiency and…
Tip · how to keep a kitchen clean dailyReset the Kitchen Every Evening
The secret to a kitchen that always looks immaculate is a brief nightly reset rather than an occasional deep clean. Clear and wipe the worktops, buff the taps and sink dry, and put everything back in its place before …
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Tip · how to clean skirting boardsDon't Forget the Skirting Boards
Skirting boards, door frames and architraves collect a surprising amount of dust and scuffing, yet they are among the most frequently missed surfaces in a home. Because they sit at the edge of vision, neglect goes unn…
Tip · how to clean high-gloss surfacesCare for Reflective Surfaces Last
Mirrors, glass, polished stone and high-gloss cabinetry show every mark, so they should be finished last, once the dust and spray of cleaning the rest of the room has settled. Cleaning them too early means re-cleaning…
Tip · how to keep a home smelling fresh naturallyAir the Home Daily
A truly fresh home smells of nothing in particular — not of air freshener, and certainly not of cleaning product. The most effective way to achieve this is also the most natural: open the windows briefly each day to l…
Tip · how to prepare a home for viewingsKeep a Property Viewing-Ready
If your home is on the market or shown to guests, small daily habits keep it ready without last-minute panic. Clear surfaces of clutter, realign cushions and chairs, buff visible glass and metal, and ensure the entran…
Tip · how to keep a house clean with a busy scheduleEstablish a Weekly Rhythm
The homes that always look effortless are not cleaned hardest — they are cared for most consistently. A dependable weekly rhythm, with the same rooms cared for to the same standard on the same schedule, prevents the g…