White vinegar is one of the most effective limescale removers.  Use a solution of one part water/one part vinegar.  Soak a paper towel and rub gently to clean cloudy shower screens.  Remove stubborn scale from taps and shower heads using a plastic bag, dish, or a pre-soaked rag and leave for 30 mins.  You can….

Versatile baking soda it one of the handiest items to have in your kitchen cupboard, cleaning tile grout is just one of the many things it can be used for.  Make a paste with water and scrub with a toothbrush.  Once clean, simply rinse off.  Apply lemon juice to stubborn areas and leave to soak….

Keep a set of basic cleaning products in every room of your house (or at least one upstairs/one downstairs).  This way, if you’re passing through and see the sink could do with a quick wipe, or your shelf needs dusting, you can instantly grab what you need and get it done.  There’s no need to….

Leftover glue from sellotape or stickers on your windows can be difficult to remove.  The best way to tackle it is with a light solvent such as white vinegar, or nail polish remover.  Or buy a glue dissolving agent from your local hardware store.  Apply, leave for 30 mins then gently scrape off.

Studies have shown that office desks contain 400 different types of bacteria, more than what’s found on a toilet seat.  Keep a pack of anti-bacterial wipes in your desk drawer to hygienically clean surfaces and equipment.  Keyboards and telephone receivers are hotspots – clean every day to prevent the spread of germs.

Many people believe that it’s better to dust before hoovering.  It makes sense that you should disturb all the dust on your surfaces first, let it settle then hoover.  This is not strictly true.  The act of vacuuming kicks up a lot of dust that doesn’t get picked up and settles on surfaces.  It’s better….

Clean with an equal solution of white vinegar and water; it’s effective and chemical free.  Leave a small cup of baking soda, or oats in the fridge to absorb odours.  For a pleasant smell every time you open the door, use lemon juice or vanilla-essence as a fridge-freshener.  Apply either to a cotton ball and….

Start by removing dust with a microfiber cloth and vacuum cooling holes.  It’s important to keep vents clean as build-up of dust will prevent cooling, resulting in long-term damage.  Next, wipe down the casing with a soft cloth using a specialist computer cleaning solution.  Don’t spray products directly onto the surface, always use your cloth….

This is a real time saver.  Fill a microwavable bowl or cup with a water and vinegar solution -approx. 1 tablespoon of vinegar, per cup of water.  Cook for a few minutes.  When it pings, don’t open the door immediately; let the steam continue to work in.  A couple of minutes later carefully remove the….

Bi-carbonate of soda is your friend when it comes to tea stains.  It’s great for getting unsightly marks of cups and teaspoons.  To remove tea cup rings from furniture – again mix a small amount with water.  For carpet stain removal, mix up a weak solution and scrub gently.  Always check the manufacturer’s instructions first.