Spring into action and refresh your home

Cleaning the house from top to bottom may never be effortless, but, as Mary Poppins once said, "for every task that must be done, there is an element of fun". Make cleaning projects more manageable-and even enjoyable with these great tips, tricks and products courtesy of Choithrams.com

There are few rites of spring more satisfying than the annual deep clean, so get ready to revel in the pleasure that comes only after the work is finished. Get the whole family involved in tidying up. Running short on time? Try tackling one room per week.

Tidy first

There's no point even beginning to clean until you have sorted and tidied things away. Try and find places for things to live comfortably and throw away anything you do not need anymore. Be ruthless, it can make all the difference.

Restock your cleaning supplies

Before you can get to work, you need to make sure you're stocked with everything you need to clean effectively. On the natural front, baking soda, white vinegar, and Castile soap are essentials you can use to make natural cleansers for nearly any spot in the house. Let these household favourites help the mission ahead.

Vanish Oxi Action Fabric Stain Remover 1ltr

A busy season of back-to-back hosting means multiple tablecloths and napkins, or plenty of washing and tumble drying. Use Vanish Oxi Action stain remover for amazing stain removal results first time. No double panic washing and no disappointment when you open the washing machine. The special Oxi Action formula penetrates and lifts the stain first time, whatever the stain. From the ones you can clearly see to the tougher ones that may be hidden deep in the fibres of the fabric, we got this!

Harpic Flushmatic Stain Remover, 50g

Ok, so it’s not exactly a conversation starter but we all know the loo needs to be kept in check when it’s being frequented more often. Harpic has a wide range of toilet cleaning cistern and bowl blocks and gels. The block is a drop-in tank tablet which can be used for any accessible cistern. Harpic Flushmatic toilet cleaner works from inside the cistern to release a dose of powerful detergent with every flush. Distributing the liquid across the bowl, it helps you maintain a hygienic and deodorised toilet and prevents the build-up of stains giving you a continuous clean toilet. You’re welcome!

Fairy Original Phoenix 1ltr

Don't let the dishes pile up in the sink and make the clean simple with Fairy. Getting the dishes washed and back in cupboards is one of the first jobs to tackle in the kitchen, because now you are free to clean empty surfaces. Fairy Original dishwashing liquid soap gives the cleaning power you can always trust for your washing up. With its concentrated formula, Fairy cuts through the toughest grease instantly, leaving your dishes spotless and sparkling clean every time. From crockery and glasses, to pots and pans, this powerful dishwashing detergent easily wipes the grime away no matter the challenge. Effective and efficient, just one drop of Fairy goes a long way, making it last three times more than the next best-selling brand.

Air Wick Jasmine Air Freshener Aerosol, 300ml

Whether it’s just before you begin, or when you have finished as he final touch, this air freshener will help keep things fresh and dandy. With its new formula with no added water, Air Wick Pure Spray neutralizes odors without wet spills and leaves a fresh and pleasant scent in your home. Get rid of those last-minute cooking smells and enjoy the feeling of spraying wonderful scents across your newly-cleaned landscape.

Finish Dishwasher Detergent Powerball Tabs Lemon

Let’s be honest, that dishwasher has been working overtime over the holiday season so make sure it has the products it needs. Finish Dish Washing Power Bowl contains a pre-soaking action that soaks even heavy stains, so that they can just be washed away as soon as the water floods the system. The lemon scent is always a bonus but this stuff makes sure your dishes get a deep clean. It’s tough on resistant stains including coffee and tea and the powder rinses off easily without leaving any residue. Don’t waste time washing pots and pans when this little package can do it all – and better!