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My End Of Week Cleaning Routine

by twuss March 1, 2020

written by twuss

So I’ve finally got my weekends in order and sorted my cleaning routine after months of constantly being busy.

So because of my weekly routine I really struggle to have a decent lay in at the weekends. A lay in for me is staying in bed till 9am until I finally decide I need to pee. Yes occasionally if it’s been a hectic work week I can sleep in till mid day but is not happening as often now.

Saturdays are my cleaning routine and house fixing days. I really enjoy cleaning and tidying up and Saturday mornings are my time to shine! Excuse the pun!

Blazej works night shifts Friday night so he’s normally unconscious until about 2pm which is perfect because he doesnt get in my way when im doing a big clean.

The Big Weekly Clean

Yes of course we keep on top of things in the week but by Friday eve the house is just messy and bits and bobs have not been done due to mine and Blazej’s hectic work week!

Washing up all the cups

I may be a home blogger but I still act like a teenager when it comes to glasses and mugs! I’ll go to make a cup of coffee to fins there are NO mugs left in the cupboard – they all end up accumulating in the sink or are in our bedroom – this comes the walk of shame to the sink with all the mugs I swore i would not leave around the house every week!

Putting all the washing up away

I am the worst when it comes to drying up the washing up! I will happily leave it on the draining board all week “drying” and only removing it when I go to use it again! One day I might change but people that day is not anytime soon! At least it’s been washed up…

Wiping down ALL the surfaces

Just to add here we don’t leave our surfaces to gather gross food and dirt all week but I make sure to scrub down thoroughly all the kitchen surfaces including the hob and the back-splash tiles with pink stuff, elbow grease and my trusty scrub daddy!

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Just putting all the random stuff away

We all do it – hair ties, hair grips, random pair of shoes. Things just dont get put away properly and things just get generally untidy! I just make sure to walk around putting everything back in its place!

Clean the bathroom

I just make sure to get all the dust and grime in the bathroom cleaned as well as disinfecting and bleaching the bath, toilet and sink.

Remember to make sure to always wear gloves when using bleach!

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Vacuum Time

I recently brought my little baby! We had a big heavy one that was just beyond old and rubbish! I felt like it was blowing rather that sucking up dirt! I went onto amazon to find a small lightweight handheld one that would be easy to use and also quiet (I have learnt not to wake Blazej up after working night shifts! He gets confused like a puppy!)

This jajibot cordless vacuum cleaner was a steal at £99. I was surprisingly shocked with it to be fair. I was expecting it to be pretty naff but I personally think its better than the Dyson handheld that is more than £300. Best bargain buy I’ve brought in a while!

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Steam mop time

We are not a household that makes people take their shoes off as soon as they walk in the door. This means our wooden floors get germs on them throughout the week. I make sure in my weekly cleaning routine to give my floor a good old disinfect and mop with my Russell Hobbs RHSM1001-G Steam and Clean Steam Mop. My sister actually has it and I’ve used it a few times at hers. I was shocked at the fact it was only £29! That is less than a round at the pub! I’m so happy I brought it as it genuinely saves me so much more time mopping and it dries so much quicker. If you don’t own a steam mop I want to convert you; you’ll thank me later!

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Candle & wax melt time

The final step is me going around the house lighting all the wax burners and lighting candles! Did you even clean your house if you didn’t light a candle at the end of it?

I often make my own candles as its a fun project to do and saves you money in the long run! You can read my guide here – How I Refill Candles For Under £15

Then comes wine time!

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March 1, 2020 0 comment

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5 Simple Solutions to Help De-Clutter Your Home

by twuss July 22, 2019

written by twuss

There are so many advantages when it comes to having a tidy, uncluttered house – less stress, better self-esteem and a huge time-saver, to name a few. But let’s face it, we’re all prone to a case of the “Maybe one days” when it comes to deciding what to keep when having a clear-out. So, how can we simplify the process of de-cluttering our possessions, and regain control of a chaotic house?

1. Start Small.

Thinking small is key when it comes to many of the challenges that we face, and de-cluttering your home is no different. Trying to tackle just one room can be incredibly daunting, let alone the whole house, so look at key areas, like an old wardrobe or a chest of drawers, and make a start there. Some experts recommend cleaning and sorting your personal effects by category, i.e. clothes, rather than location. If you break tasks down into bite-sized pieces, they seem a lot more achievable and you’re far more likely to succeed with your goal by approaching them in this manner.

2. Helping Hand.

Roping in a friend or relative to help might seem like a bit of a cop-out but, actually, it’s one of the most effective things that you can do. Simply having someone sitting drinking a cup of tea and chatting while you sort is often enough. Not only will it help with your motivation, but your helper is far more likely to be objective and analytical about your belongings than you are able to be. They can even notice stuff that is imperceptible to you, because of your over-familiarity with your own environment.

Having a second pair of eyes and a consultant in the decision-making process is definitely desirable. Just be ready to return the favour to them in the future!

3. Money Motivation.

If tidying for tranquillity isn’t enough, then how about clearing out for cash as a motivator? Yes, there actually are people out there that will not only take your old items off your hands but pay you for the privilege also. Companies such as Vintage Cash Cow buy second-hand, vintage items. Their free postage and collection service means that you won’t even have to leave the house to throw away your old stuff, saving you a trip to the tip too. But be careful not to spend all the money you make on restocking your home with new clutter though!

4. Delve deeper.

When it comes to having a good old sort out, it can be easy to focus on just the obvious and visible areas. Remember though, that most of your unused and unnecessary stuff is likely to be hidden away in drawers, attics, basements, and garages. You’re bound to find stuff that you didn’t even remember you had. If you didn’t know that you still had something, or haven’t used it in the last year, what’s the likelihood that you will use it again in the future? By getting rid of these things, you free up more space for the items that you do use and want. Removing stuff that you no longer need has a cathartic effect, instantly making your home feel brighter and more organised.

5. Stay Strong.

Even if you’re really committed to de-cluttering your house, it can still be hard to cull certain objects. It’s far too easy to dwell on what emotionally significant memories an object represents, leaving you feeling that you are discarding a piece of yourself. If

you struggle to part with that old board game from your childhood, for example, you’re not really clinging onto the toy itself. Instead, you’re hanging onto the memories represented by that well-worn game that you probably won’t play again.

Its sentimental value may make giving it away feel like giving up a piece of your own identity, but recognising this sentimentalism can give you the power to move forward. Something that might help you feel able to get rid of the item is to take photos of it, so you can always look at it. Plus, photos take up a lot less space!

So, now you’re ready to make the first step and you’re going to reap the rewards, both physically and mentally. De-cluttering is not just good for your home environment, but for the world environment as well. Your old junk can be recycled, reused and re-loved by its new owners, whilst you get to bask in the glory of an updated, uncongested living space.

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July 22, 2019 0 comment

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How To Remove Paint From Clothing – Gloss And Emulsion

by twuss July 15, 2019

written by twuss

We have all been there. Painting a room and without knowing it you have managed to spill paint on you. Trying to remove paint from clothing can seem like a daunting task and most people assume it’s ruined and are tempted to throw it out.

Regardless of whether you’re dealing with a gloss or emulsion paint spill. One of the most important thing to check if the paint is oil-or water-based. Many gloss paints are water-based, yet this doesn’t always mean it can come out easily. Water-based paints will as a rule wash out quite easily, however oil-based paint stains will need a lot more elbow grease.

Begin by checking the paint can, which ought to give explicit guidelines on the most proficient method to remove paint stains. On the off chance that it doesn’t work, follow the steps below to remove the paint from your well-loved clothes.

Don’t wait around

It can be easier to get paint out of clothing when the paint is still wet/damp. The faster you act, the easier it will be to remove the paint stain. Try to wipe off as much of the wet paint as possible without smudging the stain into a larger area. If the paint has already dried use the same method below; be aware it may take a little longer than usual to get the stain out due to it being dry.

Get your stain remover out.

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Place a clean white cloth under the garment beneath the stain and thoroughly moisten stain with the solution.
Leave solution to work for 3 minutes (10 minutes for large and stubborn stains).
Using a clean damp cloth dab treated area continuously until all traces of the stain and solution will have been removed.

Leave to soak in washing detergent

Rub washing detergent into where the stain was and leave it to soak for a few hours.

Wash As Usual

Finally, after leaving it to soak for a few hours pop it in the washing machine as usual. That should remove the last traces of a stain.

July 15, 2019 0 comment