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Cleaning Your Bathroom In 5 Easy Steps

by Jennifer | 1 Comment Friday, February 3, 2012

Cleaning and maintaining your bathroom is not as hard as you might think. When you think of doing it, do hours of sweaty and nasty hard labor pop into your head? Well, the good news is it doesn’t have to be that way. Follow these steps in this order (to keep things sanitary and easy) and you will find that it’s really a piece of cake! All you need is a few clean rags, microfiber cloths (to help with lint and streaks,) a broom, mop, magic erasers, and cleaner. And don’t forget to go green! If you need help deciding what products to use, check out Our Blog On Creating Your Own House Cleaning Kit!

1. Mirrors

You always want to start with the mirrors with a fresh, clean rag for the best result, and spray the product directly on the mirror, followed by a dry microfiber cloth to ensure a clean finish. If you use a rag that has already been used elsewhere, you will likely have problems with streaking and smudging.

2. Counters

Using a fresh rag with the cleaning product of your choice, clean your countertops and sinks. Make sure you get underneath all items on the counters, as well as wiping off the items. Also, spot check the cabinets and clean as needed.

3. Tub and or Shower

Whether it’s a standing shower or combination tub/shower, you want to begin with the walls and work your way down. Spray down the walls and use a magic eraser if necessary to remove any soap scum, then wipe down again with a rag to smooth out. Then clean out the tub with the eraser and rags, and making sure the fixtures are clean as well.

4. Toilet

If you are using a homemade vinegar solution, you can pour or spray some in the bowl first and let sit to disinfect. Start with the tank, the sides, outside of the bowl, and the area between the tank and toilet seat. Then lift the lid and clean the seat and rim. Finish by scrubbing the toilet bowl with a brush and flush.

5. Clean The Floor

If you have carpet, simply vacuum, and use the hose attachment to go around the areas the vacuum can’t reach and over the baseboards. If you need to sweep and mop, sweep first, going over the baseboards as well. If your mop does not reach behind the toilet, use a rag to clean that area, then mop the rest of the floor. Let dry for 10 minutes and voila! Your bathroom is clean and sparkling!

The Ultimate Green House Cleaning Kit

by Jennifer | 1 Comment Thursday, August 25, 2011

It’s easy to clutter your cabinets with cleaning products of all kinds, usually with specific purposes, and often with harsh chemicals that can be harmful to your family and pets. The good news is that you don’t need much to keep your house clean, and you don’t need a lot of money to do it. Going green has never been easier! Follow these guidelines, and you will have everything you need to keep your home fresh and clean.

Tools:

-A small or medium sized bucket to keep everything together, organized, and portable.
-One toilet brush for every bathroom.
-An extendable duster (Like this, for example,) for ceiling fans and cobwebs.
-A broom.
-A mop, such as the Sh-mop or a steam mop such as this one.
-Rags.
-Microfiber cloths.
-Magic Erasers for the stubborn grease, soapscum, and grime.
-1 spray bottle.

Products:

-White distilled vinegar.
-Essential oil of choice. We recommend peppermint or tea tree oil.
-Baby oil for stainless steel if you have it. To see how it works, click here.
-If you have hardwood floors, we recommend Bona.
-If you have granite, marble, or other natural stone countertops or floors, we recommend Method Daily Granite Polish.
-Also, for the natural stone surfaces, you don’t want to apply any vinegar to them, so keep Clorox Green Works Wipes handy in case raw meat or other potentially harmful substance gets on the counter/floor.

To make your all-purpose cleaner, simply add two tablespoons of vinegar with two or three drops of essential oil to a spray bottle, and fill to the top with water. Label properly, and keep refridgerated. Discard any unused product after 6 months. This all-purpose solution will be your go-to product for almost everything, and is also a natural disinfectant, so it is ideal to clean counters, laminate or tile floors, and even toilets.

A Room To Room Guide On The Uses Of Magic Erasers

by Jennifer | No Comments Friday, August 12, 2011

In our previous blog, we talked about What A Magic Eraser Is Made Of, and here we are going to give you some helpful tips on getting the most out of this handy product. They cut cleaning time to a minimum, and are especially useful for the big jobs. We especially love that they are safe to use on almost every surface you can think of.

In the Bathroom:

We love how easily an eraser can remove soap scum. For mild buildup, simply get it wet and rub over the surface until clean. For heavy jobs, spray everything down with Scrubbing Bubbles or your favorite bathroom cleaner, and scrub until everything is gone, then wipe over with a damp cloth to finish. It is also effective on counters and sinks. If there are spots on your mirror that won’t come off without scraping, simply wipe them away with a dry eraser.

Kitchen:

Magic erasers will clean your stovetop with ease, getting all the grease and stuck on food. For cleaning an especially dirty microwave, spray it down with your favorite all purpose cleaner, let sit a few minutes, and simply wipe away with a damp eraser. It will also help get the grime out of the sink, counters, and spots on the cabinets and floors. It is safe to use on walls, so you can remove cooking spots from the backsplash.

Living/Dining/Bed Rooms:

If there are spots on the blinds, they can be removed with a damp eraser. They are also great at removing any grime or buildup on your baseboards. Furniture can often leave grey or black marks on the wall, and gently going over them with a damp eraser will take it off. Lastly, they will remove and smudges from doors and switch plates.

The uses for Magic Erasers are endless. We are constantly discovering new ways to get the most out of them. Here’s a few more Uses To Consider. Just be careful, the product can be mildly abrasive, so for big jobs it is best to wear gloves to protect your skin. And if you are ever unsure about using it on a surface, do a spot test first. Happy cleaning from all of us at Bit A Bliss!

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What Is A Magic Eraser?

by Jennifer | 1 Comment Friday, August 5, 2011

Magic erasers, generically known as dirt erasers, are by far our favorite tool in cleaning. Its applications are numerous, and we highly recommend every house keeps them in their personal cleaning kit. But what exactly is a magic eraser? It is actually used for home insulation, among other related things, but was discovered to be a fantastic cleaning tool. Visit the Wikipedia page on magic erasers here.

At Bit a Bliss we are dedicated to providing extraordinary maid service in Plano, Frisco, Dallas and the surrounding area.  Everyone deserves a Bit a Bliss!  www.bitabliss.com

 

The formal name can be a little deceptive, as it is called formaldehyde-melamine-sodium bisulfite copolymer, in short melamine foam. We know what you’re thinking, “Oh no, formaldehyde!” But don’t worry, the chemical is not present in the product, nor is any other dangerous chemical for that matter. Think of it like sodium chloride, or table salt. For further explanation of the safety of magic erasers, click here.