The History of Jeyes Fluid

Find out the history behind the iconic Jeyes Fluid brandClick Cleaning has recently launched a new article that gives readers an insight into the history of the renowned brand, Jeyes Fluid. The established household name was first patent in 1887 and boasts an impressive history. Granted the prestigious Royal warrant to the British Royal family in 1896, Jeyes Fluid has become the nation’s favourite versatile disinfectant and still stands as one of the most respectable brands in the cleaning industry.

Along with the detailed and in-depth article, there is an interactive timeline where readers can digest historical moments that shaped the world. The timeline puts a new perspective on how long Jeyes Fluid has been in business – it’s older than Albert Einstein and was first patented only 18 years after Charles Darwin published ‘The Origin of Species’!

With such a respectable and long history it’s unsurprising that Jeyes Fluid has become an iconic and well respected name within the cleaning industry. So to mark Jeyes Fluid’s 134th year in business, Click Cleaning has published an article in homage to the highly esteemed brand.

Why not take a look at The History of Jeyes Fluid today and see what knowledge and facts you can unearth?


10 uses for Jeyes Fluid

Jeyes Fluid: Versatile and powerful outdoors cleaning at a great priceYou might think that only the inside of your house needs cleaning. After all, your garden is exposed to the elements, so it must be impossible to prevent bacteria growth. However, this is far from the truth. Water butts and wheelie bins may harbour germs that could potentially cause a lot of harm, and there are many other surfaces that may need disinfecting once you've started a family and your children are allowed to play outdoors.

In recent years, Jeyes Fluid has become the household name for outdoors disinfecting. You may even have bought a bottle, but aren't sure the huge number of uses it has. Keep reading to find out why that little bottle in your hand is invaluable to any homeowner.

• Odourise drains - We've all noticed a sharp, lingering, sewage-like smell emanating from our garden drain. Jeyes Fluid can be used neat to eliminate nasty odours and kill bacteria.
  
• Clean water butts - Over time water butts suffer from build up of germs that can have harmful effects on the quality of the collected water. Instead of buying a new one, Jeyes Fluid can disinfect your water butt and return it to its original condition.
• Disinfect patios - If you have a dog, you'll know how annoying it is when they foul your patio. But it's more than annoying, as faeces can harbour very harmful bacteria. This may become particularly dangerous if you have small children playing in your garden. Remove the risk by properly cleaning with Jeyes Fluid to ensure all pathogens are killed.
• Clean wheelie bins - Your wheelie bin gets a lot of use and years of storing your waste can take its toll. Bacteria is one concern, maggots are another. Every couple of months ensure your wheelie bin is bacteria-free by washing it out properly with diluted Jeyes Fluid.
• Clean greenhouses - Years in the sun leaves its mark on any greenhouse - from cobwebs and mould to algae and germs. If you've got some spare time, disinfect your green house and give it a new lease of life - your plants will certainly be happier!
• Clear paths - Weeds, algae and mould can soon make a path look its age. Jeyes Fluid revamps walkways, disinfecting them at the same time. For a really amazing result, combine the use of Jeyes fluid with effective pressure washing.
• Disinfect animal housing - If you've ever cleaned a hutch, you'll know how disgusting they can get over time, and how many germs they can harbour! Jeyes Fluid can kill all these germs, ensuring your rabbit or guinea pig continues to live in a clean, suitable environment.
• Disinfect stables - If you own horses you know what a horrific disease Strangles can be. Jeyes Fluid successfully kills streptococcus equi, the bacterium which causes Strangles, offering you and your horses invaluable peace of mind.
• Farm cleaning - Cattle stalls and piggeries will benefit greatly from a regular clean with Jeyes Fluid. Not only will it help you maintain comfortable and clean conditions but will reduce the chance of your produce becoming contaminated during storage or transfer.
• Killing avian flu - Jeyes Fluid is effective against strains of bird flu, so if you need to specifically protect against avian flu (due to the presence of immuno-suppressed people, for example), Jeyes Fluid is a great choice.

With so many uses, isn't it time you bought a bottle of Jeyes Fluid today? Or, if you'd like more information on outdoors disinfecting or any other cleaning task, please give us a call on 0845 680 1955 to discuss your needs with one of our experts.