Renting someone else's property can sometimes get a little complicated, so to protect your rights it's good to familiarise yourself with what landlords can't do should any disputes arise. Demystify this legal minefield with our essential round up of what landlords can't do. DiscriminateIt's unfo...
A study by Dettol has found most UK homes clean visible dirt but fail to get rid of lingering viruses and bacteria which can make us sick. Common infections such as rhinovirus (common cold) and influenza (flu) can linger on well-used areas of the home including doorknobs, bannisters and drawers ...
After a few too many well-done dinners, oven grime can become extremely stubborn and hard to remove. Follow these four simple tips on how to clean an oven and get your kitchen appliance sparkling with ease. Arm yourselfBefore cleaning an oven it's a good idea to don some gloves, preferably Marig...
In her recently published book, The Other Side of the Coin: The Queen, the Dresser and the Wardrobe, the Queen's personal dresser has revealed the unusual cleaning product she uses when tending to her Majesty's diamonds. And the method has certainly proved its worth as Angela Kelly has been dresser...
Sharing your home with furry friends can work wonders for your mental health, but the unfortunate side effect of our four-legged friends is often unwanted hair, dirt and smells setting up camp in your interiors Keeping your home clean when sharing it with pets can feel like an unending task, wit...
Find out what councils require from companies removing waste and how to safely and responsibly clear your property Across the UK, councils are responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient removal and processing of your waste. Depending on where you live, the exact system of processing can va...
Discover how one man's invention is helping to clean up our oceans In 2012, Dutch inventor Boyan Slat announced plans to start working on a piece of machinery which would remove waste from the Pacific Garbage Patch. The Patch, which was first discovered to worldwide horror in 1997 by Charles Moo...
Find out how you can reduce the amount of plastic entering our oceans by adapting your laundry routine It’s no secret that ocean plastic is a pressing issue currently facing the population, with recent UK Government estimates suggesting that as much as 150 million tonnes of plastic waste enter...
A recent study carried out by Thames21 found that in July of this year over 23,000 wet wipes made their way to the shore of the River Thames in Barnes. The wipes were collected during a two-hour volunteer clean up as part of a wider study into the long lasting effects of wet wipes in our sewers. T...
Following another summer of unprecedented heatwaves, bed bugs are on the rise in the UK. Find out why they're spreading and what you can do about it. Why are they rising in number?Bed bugs thrive in temperatures of around 20 - 28 degrees celsius, meaning longer summers at higher temperatures in ...
From soot to ceiling stains, smoke in the home can cause immeasurable damage to your property, but perhaps one of the most unpleasant side effects is lingering smoke smells. Discover six tops tips for getting rid of smoke smells in your home. Use odour eliminators - Unlike simple domestic fragra...
Whether you're an independent business or representing a multi-site operation, we are delighted to announce that we can offer high-quality contract cleaning using sustainable cleaning products to retailers, offices and the public sector. Using the highest quality, eco-friendly alternatives to harsh...
