Clean your toilet so it’s fit for royalty. They do call it a “porcelain throne,” after all! Follow these five steps for cleaning dirty toilet bowls to remove toilet rings, stains and funky smells – quickly and efficiently! Begin by applying toilet cleaner to the bowl, and allow it to [...]
How to Clean a Shower Curtain That aging shower curtain and shower curtain liner do not always need to be thrown away and replaced. They can be easily cleaned and brought back to like-new condition in no time, saving you both money and time during those occasional house-cleaning projects. Just [...]
It seems like a simple question, but "green" cleaners are complicated. Some products are labeled "green" because they come in a recycled container, while the actual contents are similar to a standard cleaner. Other "green" cleaners aren't truly cleaners in the classic sense, because they don't have disinfectant abilities and [...]
Hardwood floors look great in any home. However, if a cleaning routine isn’t established, debris can mar and scratch the wood. Scratches are one mess that can’t be removed with a mop! Whether you have real hardwood floors, laminate wood floors or engineered wood floors, Virginia Housekeepers can help you [...]
Preventing fog and steam is simple—just add a small amount of glycerin, or wash with soap and water, and watch your troubles disappear! You can also ensure that all outside ventilation sources in your home are open and flowing, so that moist air can exit. Streak-Free Window Cleaning Streaks on [...]
Anyone who suffers from allergies can tell you: they’re for real. And the allergens inside the house, like molds, house dust, dust mites, and pet dander can be just as intense as outdoor triggers like springtime pollen. To help allergy-proof your home, prevent dust and reduce the symptoms of hay [...]
At Virginia Housekeepers, we understand the importance of safety during cleaning. From the obvious hazards, such as wet floors, to the not so obvious, such as mixing ammonia and bleach, Virginia Housekeepers adheres to a strict safety regimen during each cleaning service. When cleaning in between Virginia Housekeepers visits, it's [...]
Baseboards add a nice decorative touch to any room and also help protect the drywall. However, they endure the brunt of shoes, pets and vacuums. It’s easy to forget about the importance of cleaning your baseboards, especially when there are so many other cleaning tasks to do. Cleaning areas near [...]
Removing pet stains is a necessity for anyone with a beloved animal in their home. They bring us company and joy, but they can also bring us special presents. Cleaning up after your pet doesn't have to be a chore that drives you apart! Virginia Housekeepers's residential cleaning experts have [...]
Remove all the items that don’t belong in your bathroom: Take out everything that doesn’t belong, such as clothes, cups, and trash. Also move out any little side tables or movable storage cabinets so that you can clean under them. Pour some bleach or another disinfectant into the toilet [...]
