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.
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Clean your Faucet like a Pro
Here’s how: Start by wiping your faucet with a damp, microfibre cloth. Wipe away any stains or splatters from the surface. Next, dip an old toothbrush or denture brush into a bowl of baking soda. Scrub around the base of the facet, handles, drain, and any other hard-to-reach areas. The texture of the baking soda […]
HELP: How to Get Others in the House to Clean Up Too
Whether you live with family or friends, it’s important that everyone pitches in to keep the house clean. Here are some tips to get everyone doing their part. Create a chore wheel with cleaning tasks that need to be done once a week (i.e. bathrooms, kitchen, family room and hallways, garbage and recycling). To create […]
Ingenious Uses for Old Things
Here are four amazing ways to re-purpose old items: A sink caddy from an old smart phone case: Use a smartphone case to hold a bar of soap, sponge or scrub brush in the kitchen. A garment bag from a pillow case: Turn a pillowcase inside out and fold it in half vertically. At the crease of […]
Moving in Together: De-Clutter as You Go
Finally; you’ve met that girl or guy of your dreams and it’s time to take the next step in your relationship and move in together! While the next step is exciting and fun, deciding what items to bring with you to your new home can be difficult. Here’s a guide to help you make it […]
Five Surprising Solutions that will Make your Life Easier
Remove rust from your stove element Use a damp, microfibre cloth to clean off as much baked on food as possible. Rinse the element with warm water. Mix three parts baking soda and one part water or white vinegar, to make a paste. Apply the paste to the rust spot and let it sit for […]
Bed Head: How to Solve all your Bedding Issues
The stubborn fitted sheet: Check to see that your fitted sheet is the correct depth for your mattress. If it is, and it’s still giving you trouble, try purchasing fitted sheet suspenders or straps. Sheet suspenders attach to the corners of your fitted sheet, and prevent it from untucking. The duvet battle: Avoid the duvet battle by […]
Dishwasher Etiquette
Here are some tips from the cleaning experts at MOLLY MAID that will help you make the most of your dishwasher space: Start by removing any leftover food directly into your compost container. Rinse each dish. Begin placing your larger dishes into the dishwasher first, starting from the outside of the rack and moving inward. […]
Colour Your World with the 2016 Pantone Colours of the Year!
The Pantone Colour Institute has named pink and blue, the two colours of the year for 2016, putting MOLLY MAID way ahead of the fashion curve! Rose Quartz pink and Serenity blue were selected as colours of the year because they provide feelings of tranquility and welcoming, which is exactly what MOLLY MAID provides for […]
What’s that Sound?
Stop and take a moment to listen. What sounds do you hear in your home? While the quiet ticking of your living room clock is one thing, you may notice that other items in your home are making a racket. The cleaning experts at MOLLY MAID suggest trying these tips, to help you minimize the […]
Happy New Year from MOLLY MAID!
New Year’s Day is a day of good cheer! Why not toast to the first day of 2016 by cleaning up your Christmas tree? Here’s a guide to get you started: Ornaments Start by removing your ornaments from the tree. Wrap each fragile ornament individually with tissue paper or newspaper. If you don’t have any […]
All that Sparkles is Clean
Whether it’s a pair of earrings, a bracelet or a classic string of pearls, the cleaning experts at MOLLY MAID suggest using these techniques to have your jewelry sparkling well into the New Year! SILVER: If your silver jewelry is dull, filmy or slightly discoloured, mix a few drops of dish soap with warm water. […]
Solutions to 3 Holiday Disasters
Ice Storm Solution: It is always important to have a de-icer on hand in case of an emergency. If you don’t, try heating up your key to fix the problem. If your key is not electronic, use a pair of tongs and hold your key under hot water to warm it up. You may have […]
Be a Sport
It’s a good idea to do a little preparation ahead of time when it comes to winter sports, so kids – and adults – stay safe and warm. Here’s what you need to consider. Stay warm: No matter which sport you enjoy, staying warm and dry is important, so you want to make sure you […]
May all your Christmases be Bright
The holidays are the perfect time to clean your indoor lights and fixtures of dirt, dust and grime. The professional residential cleaning experts at MOLLY MAID suggest following these cleaning tips to help your lights glitter this holiday season. Start upstairs and work your way down. MOLLY MAID always suggests working from the top to […]
Happy Holidays: Including your Pets
Are your dogs or cats ready for the guests that will be coming to your home this holiday season? Here are some tips to help your pet – and your guests – enjoy the festivities together. Salon: Give your dog a bath or send them to the groomer before the festivities begin. Make sure to […]
