The Best Cleaning Products for Your Home

The Best Cleaning Products for Your Home

In today's world, more and more people are trusting cleaning companies to handle their home cleaning. However, if you prefer to manage household chores on your own, it's important to know which cleaning products to use for the best results. The choice of cleaning products depends on what you intend to clean.

For Cleaning Windows

Windows are present in almost every room, and there are also mirrors and glass surfaces that need special cleaning agents. Commonly used products for cleaning windows include:

1. Liquid Window Cleaners: Available at any store.
2. Soapy Solution: Dissolve a piece of household soap in 2 liters of water. The result is as good as expensive cleaners.
3. Water + Ammonia: Ammonia cleans and breaks down dirt.
4. Water + Vinegar: Great for removing stains and cleaning glass.
5. Chalk + Water: For a half-liter jar, add 3-4 tablespoons of chalk. Use this solution to wipe the glass, then dry with soft paper.

Experts never use powders for window cleaning because they can scratch glass surfaces or plastic frames.

For Cleaning the Kitchen

When cleaning the kitchen, you'll need products for removing grease, dirt, limescale on faucets, and cleaning wooden fronts, artificial stone countertops, metal surfaces of the stove, sink, plastic parts, laminate, tiles, and floors.

Before you start, consider these general guidelines:

1. Test Cleaning Products: Since kitchen surfaces vary and you might not know their material, test the cleaning product on a small, inconspicuous area to check for color changes or loss of shine.
2. Grease Removal: Grease buildup is a mix of tiny cooking droplets and dirt. Use mild cleaning products every two months to maintain surfaces.
3. Safe Cleaning Agents: Baking soda, vinegar, ammonia, and household soap can handle almost any dirt. These are safe and non-allergenic.
4. Wooden Furniture: Avoid the above cleaning agents on wooden furniture. Use home-made or store-bought products with a neutral pH.

If advertised cleaners fail to tackle dirt and grease, consider hiring a cleaning company that uses professional products for all surfaces.

For Cleaning Upholstery

Most furniture and carpet stains can be removed with home cleaning products, and only in extreme cases will you need a professional cleaner. The type of stain, upholstery material, and carpet fiber determine the best cleaning method.

Here are some stain removal tips:

1. Fabric Surfaces: Mix 25 g of salt and vinegar per liter of water. This solution cleans fabric surfaces as powerfully as a vacuum cleaner. Soak a large cloth or old sheet in the solution, cover the furniture or carpet, and beat thoroughly. The dirt will settle on the cloth.
2. Baking Soda and Citric Acid: This mixture helps remove fresh carpet stains.
3. Synthetic Surfaces: Most commercial products are designed for synthetic coverings.

Specific materials require specific cleaning methods:

1. Velour: Use a special commercial cleaner and cloth.
2. Suede: Clean with soapy water and a brush.
3. Leather: Clean with a mild alcohol solution.
4. Synthetic Fiber Carpets: Use baking soda, ammonia, and citric acid. For wool and silk carpets, professional cleaning is recommended.

A steam cleaner is an effective tool for cleaning carpets and upholstery, quickly handling any dirt.

For Removing Odors

Pleasant aromas contribute to a cozy home, while bad odors can ruin even the most stylish and comfortable environment. Here's how to enjoy freshness in your home:

1. Pet Odors: If you have a cat, use air fresheners and floor cleaners to combat the smell. Treat the marked area with baking soda, vinegar, and lemon juice, then spray with an essential oil (bergamot, orange, lavender). The odor will disappear, and the cat won't return to the spot.
2. Tobacco Smell: After a party, remove the smell of tobacco with a damp clean. Add a few drops of ammonia to a bucket of water. Wipe furniture with a damp brush, wash the floor, and use an air freshener.
3. Musty Smell: To combat mustiness and mold, treat the source, light aromatic candles, use an aroma lamp with essential oils, air fresheners, and floor cleaners. Regular airing will gradually normalize the atmosphere.

For home cleaning, you can use various products, both homemade and store-bought. If nothing works, the experts at "Bonafide Maids" are ready to help with professional cleaning solutions.