MOST RECENT

Make your Summer Rental your Home Away from

Vacation rentals can be a hit or miss. In photos, it may look like the vacation home of your dreams, but when you arrive, it quickly becomes evident that the home hasn’t been well kept.  That’s why it’s always a good idea to pack a simple travel cleaning kit, equipped with microfibre cloths, a plant-base […]

Prepare your Home to Sell Fast!

There’s no denying that summer offers all the bells and whistles needed for the successful sale of your home. Between the beautiful, fragrant gardens; open windows and birds chirping, summer provides the optimal atmosphere for house hunting. Not to mention, buyers are naturally more at ease when they are house hunting in flip-flops rather than […]

The Dirty Little Secret to Cleaning Copper

If you’re like most people, you’re probably unsure of how to effectively clean your copper pots. Sound, about right? Well, you’re not alone! The cleaning method is actually quite simple. The secret ingredient to cleaning copper pots is grease; elbow grease that is, and a mix of sea salt, white vinegar and water. Step one: […]

Lemon Aid to the Rescue

Concentrated lemon juice works wonders when cleaning your home. Whether you have a smelly tea towel, or rusty cutlery, concentrated lemon juice coupled with these easy tips will help you cut through the odour and grime to restore your items to their natural state. Here’s how: Hand towels After hosting a dinner party, the last […]

Scrub n’ Scour like you Mean it!

Whether you’re dealing with a dull stainless-steel sink, layers of grime on your patio table, or caffeine stained mugs, the only way you’ll see results is if you scrub them like you mean it! Here’s how: Stainless-steel Sink Your sink endures a lot of wear and tear, yet, it’s often the element in your home that […]

Declutter your Bookshelf like a Pro

In most homes, the bookshelf aspires to be a fruitful library. Atop its shelves are your favourite novels, biographies, history books and books on your ‘to read’ list. Over time however; these shelves turn into a permanent residence for your travel souvenirs, heirlooms and nick knacks. Instead of an aspiring library, your bookshelf suddenly becomes […]

Add a Little Feng Shui to your Patio

According to the experts, using the principles of Feng Shui in your patio design will help promote harmony and success in all areas of life. It will also make outdoor living that much more comfortable and easy too. The philosophy of Feng Shui emphasizes the free flow of energy by making your space clutter free. […]

Hats Off to Clean

Hats are a popular accessory during the summer, and as such, it’s important to give them a good cleaning every once in a while, to keep them in pristine condition. Here are some guidelines. Baseball & Fabric Hats: These caps often get sweaty and dirty during the summer. The perfect solution for getting them clean […]

Toothbrush Rescue

A toothbrush is not only an essential tool for cleaning your teeth, they are also quite handy for cleaning other items and areas in your home. Here are five cleaning tasks you can use a toothbrush for. Remove corn silk: Use a clean toothbrush to remove stray threads of silk from freshly shucked ears of […]

How Often should you Clean Various Items in your Home?

Summer compels us all to throw open the windows, clear out the clutter and scrub clean every visible surface. But what if you could keep the items in your home clean all year round? The solution is quite simple. It’s all about frequency of cleaning. Some items in your home can be cleaned less frequently, […]

Au Natural: 3 Ways to get rid of Fleas and Ticks

Tis the season for ticks and fleas! While there are many chemical-based repellents available at your local pet store or vet, there are also natural solutions you can try at home. Here’s a guide: Homemade Repellant: There are many homemade recipes for tick and flea repellants that call for essential oils. In fact, it’s the […]

Clean up after Canada Day

This long weekend Canada celebrates its 150th birthday, and what better way to celebrate than by having a party. Whether you’re planning a picnic, a day at the beach or a barbecue with friends, the cleaning experts at MOLLY MAID are here to provide you with cleaning tips to ensure your Canada Day celebrations go […]

Stop: Gym Equipment Alert

If you’re an avid gym goer, squats and bench presses aren’t the only thing you should be thinking about when you’re at the gym. According to a study, the equipment found at the gym is a lot dirtier than you think. In fact, after swabbing 27 pieces of gym equipment, at three different facilities, researchers found […]

Are your Window Screens Ready for Summer?

Before throwing open your windows this summer make sure your window screens are nice and clean. Here’s how to clean them. Dusty screens: Remove your window screens from the windows. Run a lint roller over the front and back of your window screens 2-3 times to remove any dust, fuzz and dirt. Place the screen […]

3 Surprising Bathroom Cleaners

Mouth Wash:  Due to its anti-bacterial properties, mouthwash can be used to clean your toilet bowl. Pour ¼ cup of mouthwash into the bowl and let it sit for 30 minutes. While you wait, combine ½ a cup of mouthwash with 1 cup of warm water into a spray bottle, and spray the exterior of […]

Molly Maid's Book

A clean house has never been so simple!

The MOLLY MAID Cleaning Handbook is full of easy cleaning methods, tips and advice. Cleaning can be fast and simple; from tackling the clutter to scrubbing the bathtub, the cleaning experts at MOLLY MAID will be with you every step of the way. With a system as efficient as MOLLY MAID, you’ll have plenty of time left over to enjoy your sparkling home.