Beat the cleaning panic before the party arrives

Get the tips you need to save youirself getting a stress headGetting the house clean before guests arrive can be stressful and finding a starting point can be time consuming, follow this simple guide and you will be cleaning your house in no time, you may even have time get the drinks all ready waiting for them as soon as they enter the door!

Step 1

Grab a basket and walk around the house picking everything off the floor and stairs, this may also include magazines lying on a table, doing this will automatically make every room cleaner and more presentable. Then leave the basket in a room, you know your guests won’t walk into, if you have time afterwards come back to it and put all the objects in their rightful home.

Step 2

Do a quick sweep and vacuuming, moving all the furniture out of the way.

Step 3

Turn over any cushions and puff them up so your sofa look welcoming, if there are some unexpected stains on the sofa quickly dash and pick up the Prochem Stain Pro, spray and blot and the stain will be gone.

Step 4

Now it is time for the hard surfaces wipe down all your furniture and fireplaces with a multi-purpose spray like Swift Clean and shine furniture polish, this is even great with wood and glass furniture pieces.

Step 5

Set the scene, use beautifully scented air freshener, set the table, have the drinks chilled in the fridge.

Step 6

If you have time go back to your basket that you filled at the beginning of the task and if you have time put everything back in its rightful place.

Five tips to make cleaning fun

Cleaning never has to be a mundane job. Take a look through some of our top tips.Getting kids to clean their rooms can be one of the hardest tasks for any parent. Although getting them to help out around the house can be even harder! This is because cleaning just doesn’t seem that much fun to them, and they’d rather be playing on Playstation or watching TV or heading outside to spend time with their friends. However, if you can make cleaning fun then you may be able to convince them to help you out around the house, and perhaps even clean their bedrooms!

 Here are five top ways to turn cleaning into a very enjoyable activity:

• Do it with music – put on their favourite soundtrack and dance around whilst cleaning. This will quickly create smiles all round.
• Do it as a family – this way you can bond as well as get the housework done. Clean together with your husband and children and follow it up with a lovely meal. You’ll get it done far quicker too.
• Use it to improve the room – Cleaning and tidying provides more space for new items, so you could incentivise cleaning by telling your kids that there’ll be enough space for a games console or TV once you’re done. For a less expensive treat, new plants and board games are good choices.
• Delegate the exciting jobs – a lot of kids (especially boys!) love hoovering, which presents a great opportunity to get them involved and give them responsibility. Let them take care of the vacuuming, leaving you to get on with other tasks.
• Follow it with a treat – nothing gets kids involved more than following a task with a special treat, such as going out for food or heading to the park. It also teaches them responsibility and that they have to work hard, so it’s a win-win situation for all!

If you’re looking for a range of cleaning products to help clean your house with the family, please check out Click Cleaning’s full range of cleaning supplies. From brooms and mops to kitchen and oven cleaners you’ll find everything you need to get your home into shape quicker than before. We’re also available to speak to by phone if you’d like some quality advice – just phone 0845 680 1955 to speak to one of our experts.

Five essential safety products when cleaning

Get the essentials to remain safe when cleaningWhen it comes to any activity, safety is of utmost concern. This is particularly true on commercial cleaning jobs where the chemicals involved may be particularly strong and the methods of deployment – such as sprayers – can release the chemicals into the air as well as onto surfaces.

Here are five essential safety products that will help everyone involved in commercial cleaning:

• Disposable coverall – this inexpensive, disposable coverall is a great choice where fully-body protection is needed. It is highly resistant to abrasions and offers superior protection against inorganic chemicals.
• Disposable plastic aprons – shipped in packs of 100, these aprons are perfect for catering staff working in high-pressure environments that need to maximise protective measures.
• Heavy duty rubber gloves – These heavy duty gloves are perfect for strenuous tasks including general industry handling, building, plant maintenance and agriculture. They’re flock lined for added comfort and will stand up to repeated knocks and scuffs.
• Safety goggles – Perfect for environments where eyes injuries are possible, these safety goggles are certified to EN166 standards and fit snugly around the eye area, offering full protection against flying missiles. They’re available to buy in bulk too, saving you money.
• Shoe covers – Designed to protect your soles from chemicals and nasty substances on the floor, these shoe covers are very inexpensive and perfect for deploying amongst large teams. With bulk buying available you can outfit your entire workforce cost-effectively.

If you’d like to discuss the range of safety products that Click Cleaning offers or talk to one of our experts about the benefits of enhanced safety equipment, please call 0845 680 1955 for more information – we’ll be happy to help you out. Alternatively, if you’d rather browse our products right away, check out our gloves and protective clothing on the main Click Cleaning website.

The benefits of the Vileda Supermop

Vileda Supermop: professional cleaning results at a great priceThe Vileda Supermop, is super by name and performance. No wonder Vieda has become a household name.

It is easy to use; to wring out the flat sponge you simply slide the handle up so the sponge can squeeze any unwanted residue. The non-woven strands are highly absorbent, leaving floors dryer than usual domestic mops.

What’s more it is more hygienic than any other mop as the non-woven strands are sealed with a protector that stops the gems and bacteria from increasing.  As the strands are non-woven there isn’t any mess, it won’t unravel and won’t shred. The Supermop is long lasting and resilient, the handle won’t rust or chip and is comfortable to use.

If you're looking for a superior product to cope with a range of commercial and household situations the Vileda Supermop is available at a great price. It's been specificallly designed to cope with heavy spills so you don't have to worry about losing absorbing power half way through a job. As a no-nonsense, versatile mop it's a market-leader.

Ideal for:

• Spot mopping
• Small area cleaning
• Bars
• Washrooms
• Bathrooms
• Kitchen

Microfibre Cloths

Microfibre cloths: massive cleaning power for a fantastic priceMedium-weight microfibre cloths really are a fantastic choice for all your cleaning needs. With a huge range of potential uses they are a 'silver bullet' that can be deployed in a variety of situations, producing maximum cleaning potential at an economical price.

They can be used with all chemical cleaners to achieve professional results, and in many cases they can also be used without chemicals as they attract dust so well. This is noteworthy for medical applications and homes where inhabitants may have respitory or chemical sensitivities as they can get still clean effectively without releasing irritants.

The microfibre cloths display remarkable cleaning power, achieved by the use of microscopic fibres that cling to dirt strands and effortlessly lift them away. This is particularly beneficial in environments where dirt and debris may impact heavily on aesthetic appeal i.e. a car showroom.

They also work very well on mirrors, glass and bright metals, helping to polish them to a bright, beautiful shine. Best of all - the Microfibre cloths are machine washable, so you can help cut your cleaning bills whilst also saving the environment.

If you're looking for an all-in-one integrated cleaning cloth that will form an important part of your  cleaning kit the medium-weight microfibre cloths are a fantastic buy.

For more information on their benefits please call Click Cleaning on 0845 680 1955.