Summer is a time of sunshine and outdoor fun. However, we still have to keep those dust bunnies from ruining our good time. Here are some tips to make cleaning easier this summer:

Get Rid of Chair Stains with Alcohol

Nothing can ruin the mood at a dinner party like a stain. Many chairs are now made with microfiber upholstery making it a challenge to clean. Spray the stain with rubbing alcohol and wipe with a clean sponge. Alcohol evaporates quicker than water so it won't leave a mark. If you’re worried the alcohol will fade your fabric,mix one part dishwashing liquid to two parts hydrogen peroxide--spray, rub in, let sit and wash.

Deodorize Trash with Baking Soda 

Sprinkling baking soda at the bottom of a trashcan will keep odors at bay--especially helpful if you have trash cans on your porch. Using trash bags? Wad up old newspaper and put in the bottom of the bag--this will not only help absorb odor, but will keep the bag from leaking.

Clean Your Blinds with a Sock 

With more hours of sunlight, you may be noticing the dust that has accumulated on your blinds. Grab an old pair of socks to help you clean your blinds. Mix equal parts water and vinegar in a bowl, put a sock over one hand, dip it into the mixture and run it over the blinds. You can use the other sock to wipe away the dampness.

Keep the Bathroom Fresh with Essential Oils

Between kids being home and guests visiting, your bathroom gets a lot of traffic during the summer months. Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to the inner roll core of your toilet paper. Every time the roll is used, the smell will be released and brighten up the bathroom.

Get Rid of Water Rings with a Blow Dryer

Sometimes during the heat of the party, people forget to use coasters. If your coffee table is filled with water rings , hold a blow dryer on high close to the ring until it disappears. You can dab a little olive oil on the area to recondition the wood if necessary.

Clean Your Microwave with a Lemon

If your microwave has started smelling unpleasant, there’s an easy fix! Slice a lemon into a bowl of water and put it in the microwave on high for 3-minutes. Let it sit in the microwave for another 3-minutes and then simply wipe the inside clean.  

However, if the good weather and the opportunity to spend time with your loved ones are too tempting, you can always count on Cleaning Service London to keep your home clean instead of you.