How to Clean and Polish Timber Floors
How to clean timber floors by finish, bring the shine back to a dull polyurethane coat, and when “polishing” really means sanding and recoating.
Read the guideTHE SIMPLY MAID GUIDE TO HOME
Cleaning 101.
A little know-how.
More room for life.
A LITTLE EVERYDAY CARE
How to Get Rid of Shower Mould and Mildew
Scrub shower mould and mildew with detergent, then NSW Health's bleach mix for about 10 minutes. Why we skip vinegar and clove oil, and when to get help.
Read the storyGET TO KNOW YOUR HOME
A little care goes a long way.
The right approach starts with
what you’re cleaning.
THE GUIDE LIBRARY
What’s on your list?
Find your room, a tricky surface
or that job you’ve been putting off.
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How to read cleaning-product labels before you clean
Read cleaning-product labels before you clean: intended use, surfaces, dilution, warnings and storage. A practical guide to comparing claims and instructions.
Read the guideHealthy Home Resources: books, checklists and useful references
Find the Healthy Interiors book and historical CSIRO citation, plus Simply Maid's original healthy-home checklist, practical guides and official sources.
Read the guideHow to improve indoor air quality at home: a practical starting point
Plan practical indoor-air care: distinguish dust, damp, ventilation, filters and building maintenance. Find the right existing cleaning guide for each task.
Read the guideThe Smart Living Handbook: authors, background and where to find it
Find The Smart Living Handbook by Melissa Wittig and Danielle King: authors, 2014 publication, ISBN and independent book sources. Former shop information explained.
Read the guideHow to clean painted walls without damaging the finish
A gentle method for cleaning painted walls, from fingerprints to scuffs. Check the finish, test first and learn when sugar soap or more scrubbing could damage paint.
Read the guideHow to Clean a Bathroom Exhaust Fan Safely
Switch the fan off, let heat lamps cool, vacuum the grille and wipe it with a damp cloth. What you can clean yourself, how often, and what needs an electrician.
Read the guideMAKE IT WORK FOR YOU
A rhythm of your own.
A couple of handy tools to turn good intentions into something that fits your week.
WHEN YOU’D LIKE A HAND
Some days, leave it to us.
For the regular upkeep, a deeper reset or a home you’re moving out of. Find the clean that fits.
