Tricks to clean the house
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How to clean the upholstery of your sofa or chair
One of the essential pieces of furniture in the living room is, undoubtedly, the sofa. This is where we spend most of our time: we sit there to watch TV or look at our mobile phone, we lie down to take a nap... in other words, we make a lot of use of it. But what happens when it gets dirty? Even if you are very careful, with the passage of time the upholstery surfaces absorb a lot of dirt and, although it is not so visible, the dust and mites are there. The type of fabric of the sofa upholstery is also fundamental to determine how to clean it because, it is not the same if the fabric is washable or if it requires dry cleaning at the dry cleaner’s. Cleaning the upholstery of a sofa step by step First of all, the dust embedded in the fabric must be removed. With the help of the vacuum cleaner and the accessory for corners, start vacuuming from one side to the other, insisting on the folds and joints because that is where the most dust accumulates. Lift the cushions and all the parts you can take off to thoroughly clean the bottom, inside and outside of your upholstered sofa, too. Then, for a more thorough cleaning, we propose three methods to leave your upholstered sofa or chair like new: 1. Steam cleaning:this type of machine, which, if you’ve got one, you use to clean the windows of your house, can also be used with the upholstery accessory. It will not only help you to clean your sofa, but also to disinfect it. When you have finished steaming the whole sofa, wipe it with a clean cloth to finish removing the dirt and let it dry naturally. 2. Wet cleaning with ammonia: dilute ammonia in warm water, moisten a cloth in the mixture, and rub it over the whole upholstery from top to bottom. Then carry out the same operation just with warm water and a well wrung out, lint-free cloth to remove the dirt, continuously rinsing it out in the water. Then, let it dry naturally. 3. Dry foam stain remover:when the furniture is completely dry, check it for stains. In this case, you can use a conventional stain remover suitable for upholstery that usually comes in dry foam format, or create a homemade one. For this, you can use sodium percarbonate. Dissolve 2 or 3 tablespoons of this powerful natural stain remover in a litre of hot water, and apply the solution to the stains. Leave it to act for 5 to 10 minutes, rub it with a brush, rinse it with plenty of water and let it dry to check its effect. It is advisable, before using this homemade trick, for you to test it on a small part of the fabric that is not very visible to ensure that it does not discolour.
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How to clean the rubber seal of the washing machine
During these weeks of lockdown, the washing machine has been one of the essential appliances in most homes, even more so than before. It has certainly done 'overtime' in all Spanish homes. One thing we must bear in mind is that the washing machine does not clean itself and there are parts of it that we must pay a little attention to, to avoid possible breakdowns or deterioration, which could be solved with proper maintenance. There are many people who do not dedicate time to the interior of the washing machine, but the truth is that, if we want our clothes to come out clean for a long time, we must pay some attention to cleaning the inside: drum, filters and... the rubber seal on the door.
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How to disinfect your car
If you are one of those who have had to use the car these days to go to work, to do the shopping or for some other need, remember that your car must also be kept clean and well disinfected. What do we need to disinfect the car? Gloves. Mask. Disposable wipes. Soap and water. Products that contain at least 70% alcohol. Specific products for cleaning the inside of the car. Specific disinfectant spray for the air conditioning.
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How to make homemade soap with children
Making soap at home, apart from being an entertaining craft, teaches the youngest members of the family that washing their hands can be a lot of fun. It will leave them with a delicious smell of jellybeans or the aroma they like best, and they will even be able to discover a little surprise inside. Types of soaps There are many types of homemade soaps, but how they are manufactured makes some more recommendable than others if we are going to prepare them with the children. We can make solid or liquid soap, and the main ingredients include glycerine or caustic soda, among others. But, if what we are looking for is a simple, beautiful and safe soap to make with children, read on and we will tell you which is the best option.
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Organising household chores with children
Having children at home does not mean giving up on keeping your home clean and tidy. Follow this routine to organise the housework with children.
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¿Cómo desinfectar frutas y verduras?
Desinfectar los alimentos es algo que deberíamos incorporar como hábito saludable. Te contamos cómo lavar tus frutas y verduras y conservarlas por más tiempo.
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How to organise your kitchen during lockdown
How to organise the kitchen cabinets step by step Organisation and planning are essential to stockpile food as well as hygiene, cleaning and disinfection products at home these days. Following the recommendations of the authorities to stay at home as much as possible, and go out to do the shopping once a week, we must plan the products we have, as well as the ones we are going to need, and the space we have to store them. Empty all the kitchen cabinets to see what you have, what is missing and what you need. Take advantage of the fact that you have emptied the cabinets to clean them on the inside. Once they are clean, distribute the way you are going to organise the cabinets and make groups by product families, both for food and kitchenware. Start putting things back in the cabinets. Choose the area under the sink for the cleaning products. Put the most toxic ones at the back. Arrange them by families: floor cleaners, disinfectants, degreasers, dishwasher detergents, WC cleaners, drain cleaners... you can use boxes to store them. This will also allow you to see the amount of products you have, and those you need.
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How to wash the pillows to keep them perfect
Our pillow, always present in our dreams, is one of the elements you use most at home, so it deserves special treatment. If, as a general rule, it is important to include pillows in our cleaning routines to avoid bacteria and microorganisms, it is even more so at this moment in time. Viscoelastic, latex, feather or synthetic, they can all be kept as clean as the first day if you follow some advice. We leave you some tips to help you make your dreams come true.
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Cómo limpiar los muebles de la terraza
¿Cómo limpiar y desinfectar una terraza? Ahora que las terrazas y balcones han cobrado tanto protagonismo os damos unos consejos para que estén relucientes.
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Blocked gas burners: how to solve it
Find out why gas burners block, how to clean them properly and tips to prevent faults and improve performance.
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Consejos para reparar humedades
¿Tienes humedades en casa? Te ofrecemos los mejores consejos para reparar las humedades y te decimos como evitarlas en un futuro. Descúbrelos.
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How to clean each type of glass
Glass is a material that can be found everywhere in the house: in the windows, in the doors of the rooms, or in the balcony and terrace doors, in the bathroom screens, in the mirrors... Do you find cleaning them a nightmare because they never look perfect? Do not miss these tricks to clean each type of glass! Tips to make the most of cleaning glass If you are going to clean the glass objects in your house, read these recommendations first, they will save you time and effort! The result of cleaning glass objects is much better if they are not directly exposed to the sun. They dry more slowly and less marks are left. Whenever possible, remove the glass from its frame to clean both sides more easily. In the case of windows, include not only the glass but also the frames and supports in the cleaning so that the result is homogeneous. To keep your bathroom screens cleaner, wipe them with a dry cloth after each shower. After a thorough cleaning, we recommend that you carry out maintenance on your glass objects. Go over them once a week to prevent dirt from building up.
