milton little book of big cleaning secrets v3 final

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Written in association withand Aggie MacKenzie, cleaning goddess

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Cleaning may not topthe list of favourite pastimesbut not only should we allbe proud of our homes, it isimportant to keep the germsat bay to prevent your homebecoming a potential healthhazard. Cleaning, washing andtidying are easier when you arm

yourself with the proper toolsand good cleaning advice.

How dirty are you?Have you ever thought about how often you really clean your home?Take this short quiz to reveal your cleaning personality.

The results...Mostly AsYou are a domestic goddess andyour house is worthy of a rosette.You should be very proud of yourscrupulous cleaning but you need toensure you still make time for relaxing.

Mostly BsYou have a good attitude to cleaningwhilst not letting it take over your life,and appreciate the importance of

a good scrub every now and then.Pay attention to the not so obviousareas like disinfecting dish clothsthat can harbour bacteria.

Mostly CsDefinitely room for improvement.Give yourself a set time to dohousework or try combiningcleaning with something likelistening to music or exercise -housework is a great way ofachieving your recommendeddaily 30 minutes of exercise.

Mostly DsYou probably realise you are no MaryPoppins when it comes to cleaningbut the fact you are reading thisis a step in the right direction.It may help to draw up arota so you have dedicatedtime for cleaning.

1 How often do you clean thebathroom? A. More than once a week B. Once a week C. Couple of times a month D. When I remember

2 How often do you wash yourbed sheets? A. Once a week B. Every two weeks C. Once a month D. When they start to smell

3 How many times a week doyou vacuum? A. Once or more B. Every two weeks C. Once a month D. I let the natural airflow

remove the dust and dirt

Ithasbeenestimatedthatakitchenspongemaycontain10,000bacteriapersquareinchincludingE.coliandsalmonellawhichcancausediarrhoeaandvomiting.Changeyourdishclotheveryfewdaysandwashoneitherahotwashat60 CoruseMiltonAntibacterialFabricSolutiontoensuregermsarekilled.

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4 In your free time, how high up iscleaning on your things-to-do list? A. Top I cant do anything else before

the house is spick and span B. Near the top It will get done today

but other things are more important C. An afterthought If I get a spare

moment Ill wipe a cloth aroundthe bathroom

D. Cleaning? On my day off? No chance!

5 How would you best describe yourhousehold cleaning routine? A. My floors are so clean you could eat

your dinner off them B. I like to have a tidy home and tend

to clean once a week C. I have a thorough clean once a

month, as its the last thing I wantto do at the weekend

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GoneshoppingThere are a number of items that should always be stored inyour cleaning cupboard; youd be surprised how much cleaningtime is wasted looking for the right tools for the job.

Rubber gloves Essential for protecting hands and getting stuckinto the dirtier jobs.

Apron Originally made popular at the turn of the 20th centurywhen clothes were a precious commodity, the apron is currentlyenjoying a renaissance as a retro-chic fashion accessory andis essential to protect your clothes while cleaning.

Cloths and dusters Buy a pack of good strong cleaningcloths and dusters to help keep all the surfaces in yourhome sparkling and free from dust and dirt.

Mop & bucket Invented in the 1830s the mop andbucket has fully cemented itself into our cleaningcupboards. Use the dry mop to pre-clean byremoving surface dust, before giving floors agood wash to kill germs and remove dirt.

Star buysThere is a cleaning product out there for everytask, but you actually only need a few basicitems to keep the germs and grime at bay.

Antibacterial surface spray or wipes You canclean surfaces all around your home with a goodmulti purpose antibacterial spray.

Sterilising fluid A truly versatile cleaning productthat can be used for a variety of grimy tasks fromsterilising cleaning cloths, getting stains out of mugsand removing mould and mildew from bathroom tiles.

Toilet cleaner/bleach A must haveto keep the toilet pan fresh and freefrom germs. Squirt around the panand rim once a week.

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Cleaningyour home

Where What to watch out for How often to clean How to clean

Fridge Out of date food, leftovers, spills, and neglect can turnyour refrigerator into a germ nightmare.

Every week Empty contents, throw away old food, wipe shelvesand sides.

Sink Kitchen sinks and dish cloths harbour millions ofgerms thriving on food remnants and debris.

Every few days Place sponges/cloths in sink. Fill with cold water, add asterilising fluid and soak for 15 minutes.

Hob Keeping the hob stain-free will instantly make thekitchen feel cleaner.

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every use to prevent them

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Wipe with antibacterial surface spray. Clean pan stands andburners in the dishwasher for a deep clean.

Dish-washer

Debris and deposits build up over time and will reduceperformance of the dishwasher.

Every 3 months Add vinegar or baking soda to empty dishwasher before puttingit on a cycle.

Washingmachine

Washing machines can have traces of E coli and sal-monella from dirty washing being left in the machine.Temperatures below 45 wont kill bacteria and fungi.

Every wash Use an antibacterial fabric solution alongside normalwashing powders or run an empty hot wash (over 60)once a week.

Toilet Germs can be transferred to surrounding surfaces iftoilet is flushed with lid open. The seat, handle and lidare constantly used and require regular cleaning.

Once or twice a week Clean bowl with toiler cleaner. Wipe rest of the toilet withantibacterial wipes and throw away after use.

Sink/Basin Germs get washed into the basin on daily basis. Weekly Wipe sink once a week with antibacterial wipe or spray toremove soap scum and kill germs.

Bath Baths typically have more than 100,000 bacteria persquare inch!

Once a week Rinse out after every use and once a week go over with anantibacterial surface spray or wipes.

Carpets Average carpet can contain a wide variety of fibres,dead skin cells, insect body parts, animal hairs, dirtand bacteria.

Vacuum once a week/steam clean or shampooonce a year

Clean spills by blotting with cloth working outside in. Steamcleaners can be hired from dry cleaners.

Curtains Curtains pick up dust and can become dirty and dullover time.

Once a year Vacuum curtains with the upholstery tool to avoid build-up.Dry clean once a year for a thorough clean.

Duvet Dust mites love the warm environment of your bed. Once a year but changecovers at least everyfortnight

Anything more than a single duvet wont fit in the washingmachine so take to the launderette.

Dusting Dust contains bacteria, human skin and dust mitefaeces, which can cause allergies.

Weekly A simple duster or cloth wiped over furniture including blindsand hard to reach places.

You are exposed to thousands of germs in the

home called micro-organisms, some are good,

some are bad and some dont affect us at all.

Regular cleaning of various household items can

help ensure the bad bacteria are kept at bay.

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Stop theclockFitting cleaning into our hectic lives can be a challenge,so use your time wisely with these timely tasks.

2 hoursFocus on one room. Dust away cob webs from ceilings,vacuum or mop floors and clear away any clutter beforeit piles up.

1 morningStart with an early morning trip to the launderettewith your duvet, pillow and curtains. Then take oneroom at a time ensuring all woodwork is dusted,surfaces cleaned and floors vacuumed or mopped.If there is still time to spare, polish mirrors, cleanwindows and de-clutter kitchen cupboards.5 minutes

Grab the duster and wipe over the sideboard, banisters and TV.

10 minutesGive your kitchen cupboards a wipe down with an antibacterialspray or wipes and mop the floor.

30 minutesStrip the bed off and put dirty sheets in the washing machine withan antibacterial fabric solution. Vacuum the mattress to removeany dirt and nasty germs and put on fresh sheets.

1 hourBathroom! Clean the sink/basin and bath with antibacterial sprayor wipes, squirt some toilet cleaner into the pan and around therim and give a good scrub with the toilet brush, then mop orvacuum the floor.


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7. Cleaning the bathClean regularly to prevent a build up of soap scum thatcan be difficult to shift not to mention the bacteria thatcan thrive in the moist conditions.

8. IroningIroning the washing in one sweep saves time in themornings when you are rushing around before theschool run or work. Use scented water for addedfreshness.

9. Sort recyclingAn easy way to sort the recycling is to havetwo bins, that way you can sort as you go.

10. VacuumingPut on your favourite music and get going.If you feel that you dont have time toclean the house and go to the gym, whynot combine the two - 30 minutes ofvacuuming burns 100 calories!

Jobs you love to hateSome cleaning tasks are more unpopular than others but thereare some helpful tips that take the pain out of the process.

1. Cleaning the toiletAlways keep a bottle of toilet cleaner by the toilet so itcan be used regularly and by anyone.

2. Cleaning the ovenAlways place items on a tray or tin foil to avoid spillagesin the first place. If you leave your oven too longbetween cleaning, food will be burnt on and harder toclean so regular cleaning is best.

3. Cleaning the binUse strong bin bags that are unlikely to rip to ensuresmelly liquids and food debris dont leak and fester inthe bottom. If your bin smells, take it outside, fill withcold water and add 1 sterilising tablet per 5 litres ofwater, and leave for 15 minutes. This will kill allbacteria and fungi that will be causing the smell.

4. Cleaning the drainsIf they are blocked, call in the professionals. To preventthis from happening, pour a cupful of bicarbonate ofsoda down the drains or sinks once a week, and thenpour a little warm water down very gradually. Leavefor an hour or so and then flush through.

5. Cleaning windowsFor an economic but sparkly clean finish, dilute vinegarwith water (1:4) and use a cloth to wipe off the grime.Screw up some newspaper to buff the windows. Externalwindows will need washing up liquid, a sponge and elbowgrease or cheat and call in a window cleaner.

6. Washing upWhen it comes to washing up, it is easier to do it as soonas you can to avoid stubborn, dried on leftovers that willtake twice as long to clean. It is also more hygienic asbacteria on food will multiply.

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Removing candle wax from a carpet

Firstly fill a plastic bag with ice cubes and hold it over thewaxy area until it goes really brittle. You should then be ableto pick off the wax. If this doesnt work, try the oppositeby placing kitchen paper over the area and then going overwith an iron on a medium setting. The wax should stick tothe paper.

Stained cups

Tea and coffee stains in mugs and cups make them lookpermanently dirty. Stained cups and beakers can be soakedin a solution of Milton until the stain has disappeared. It isbest to wash melamine cups as soon as possible after use toavoid stains as these can be tougher to remove.

Chopping boards

Pungent foods like onion and garlic can leave behindsmells on chopping boards. After washing them inwarm soapy water, rinse and then wipe over Milton

Sterilising Fluid diluted with water (45ml (3 halfcaps) to 2.5 litres of water). This will alsodestroy any germs left lurking in the boards

that are causing the smell and give youpeace of mind that the boards are

really clean!

Fridges and freezers

Germs certainly thrive better in warm conditions but theycan survive perfectly well in the cold, and even freezing

doesnt kill all germs. Its important to kill germs in yourfridge to prevent contamination of food. To kill germs andstop mould developing, wipe the fridge and freezer insideand out with a solution of Milton (dilute 3 half caps in2.5 litres of water). Dont forget the shelves and storagecontainers. Do the fridge on a weekly basis and the freezereach time you defrost it.

Pet bedding and towels

Germs can thrive on pet bedding causing a health hazard notto mention a smell around your home! Make sure you washtowels and bedding regularly either at a high temperatureor better still add Milton Antibacterial Fabric Solution intothe wash. It will kil l any bacteria and fungi lurking that couldspread infection or cause odours.

AskAggie...Domestic Goddess Aggie MacKenzie knows a thingor two about cleaning sticky situations. Here areher top tips for cleaning around the home.

Washing machines

Mould appears in washing machines due to the damp, particularlyin the drawer. Dont use bleach as it is too harsh and could damage

rubber parts inside the machine. Remove the drawer and useMilton Sterilising Fluid dil uted with water. Scrub with anylon brush and leave to soak in the sterilising solutionfor a few minutes. Wipe around drawer area andinside of the washing machine with the sterilisingsolution and then put on an empty wash to rinse.

Brassware

You can actually raid your kitchen cupboardsto find some good brass cleaners. Try mixinglemon juice and salt into a paste and rubbing onthe brass gently to remove dirt. Be sure to rinseit well and then buff to a shine with a soft cloth.Tomato ketchup also works well!

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Milton Antibacterial Surface Wipes

Milton Surface Wipes are great to cleanmucky surfaces around the home.Clinically proven to be effective againstbacteria and fungi. Mi lton SurfaceWipes are alcohol based and contain nomoisturisers so the surface dries withinseconds, making them perfect for quickclean ups. 100% biodegradable.

Milton Antibacterial Surface Spray

Gentle but highly effective way to cleansurfaces around the home. Clinicallyproven to kill a wide range of bacteriaand fungi, including those that causefood poisoning such as E Coli, Listeriaand Salmonella. Fresh fruity scentleaves your home smelling clean.

Antibacterial Fabric Solution

Kills bacteria and fungi on clothes andfabrics that can often survive a normalwash load, causing odour and spreadinginfection. Effective on a cold wash toensure that all fabrics are hygienicallycleaned in a bleach-free formula.Suitable for all types of fabric, evensilk and wool. Use in washing machinealongside ordinary washing powders.

All about MiltonMilton is the expert in hygiene and protection against germs, and has been trusted and used in hospitalsand homes for over 60 years. The entire range is regularly clinical ly tested to ensure maximum protectionagainst the latest germs and has been specially developed for use around young babies, so you can besure it is safe for you and your family.

Milton Antibacterial Hand Gel

Clinically proven to disinfect hands bykilling bacteria, fungi and viruses withinseconds. No need for water, you can useit anywhere. Contains 72% alcohol.

Milton Sterilising Fluid & Tablets

Sterilises in just 15 minutes, killing all bacteria, viruses, fungi andspores. Milton Sterilising Fluid is extremely versatile and can be useddiluted to disinfect dish cloths, plastic food containers, wooden spoonsand plastic cooking utensils, clean surfaces and floors, remove teastains from mugs, clean mould and mildew from bathroom tiles andshower curtains. Effective against tough bacteria, including E-coli,Listeria, Salmonella, Campylobacter, MRSA and Clostridium difficile;fungi such as Candida Albicans; viruses such as Rotavirus, and is activeon the H1N1 virus that causes influenza, including Swine Flu.

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For further information on the Milton rangevisit www.milton-tm.com or call 01202 780558.

Milton can be found in the baby aisle of all good pharmacies and supermarkets.

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