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10 Things You Can Clean Better With Simple Dish Soap

If you're like most people, you probably have a bottle of dish soap sitting by your sink. But did you know that dish soap can be used for more than just cleaning dishes? Read more ..

I'm Fed Up With Cats Pooping In My Garden - This Is What Kept Them Away!

You may may love your own cat, but perhaps not the neighbours! Here's how to keep them away. Read more ..

I Cleaned the House and My Fitbit Went Crazy!

How to increase your activity, flexibility and muscle tone just by doing chores! Read more ..

10 Spring Cleaning Jobs To Get Done Right Now For Better Productivity At Work

A clean and uncluttered living environment can elevate your productivity if you work from home! Here's what to get done right now. Read more ..

Stay In Control Everyday With These 12 Super Quick Cleaning Tasks

Do these little jobs each day and your home will be look wonderful! Read more ..

Stop! Never Clean These Things with Vinegar!

Avoid costly mistakes with this guide on what to stop cleaning with vinegar. Read more ..

Kitchens

Five Easy Ways to Clean Your Dishwasher

Here's how to clean your dishwasher with simple everyday items such as vinegar, baking soda, lemon and more! There is no need to buy expensive dishwasher cleaners. You probably have all these things at home already. Read more ..

How To Make Dish Soap Forever With These Clever Tips

Stretch your dish soap further! This guide shows you some neat tricks for longer-lasting suds. Read more ..

Is It OK To Wash Dishes With Hand Soap?

Get the lowdown on using hand soap for dishwashing: Is it safe? Does it work? Your questions answered here. Read more ..

Can I Use Laundry Detergent as Dish Soap?

Can you swap dish soap with laundry detergent? Here are the risks you should know about. Read more ..

How to Clean Your Oven with a Pumice Stone: Bye Bye Burnt-On Grease!

Looking for a natural and effective way to clean your oven? Our step-by-step guide shows you how to use a pumice stone to effortlessly remove stubborn stains and grime without harsh chemicals. Read more ..

How To Clean Out Your Freezer Without Defrosting It

Is your freezer starting to look a little worse for wear? Maybe it's time for a deep clean. But the thought of turning it off and risking all your frozen goods is just too daunting. With these tips and tricks, you can keep your frozen foods safe and your freezer running smoothly. Read more ..

Bathrooms

How To Wash Bath Mats: Quick & Easy Guide

Looking for a foolproof way to wash your bath mats? Our comprehensive guide covers everything from selecting the right cleaning products to drying techniques. Keep your bathroom clean and fresh with our expert tips. Read more ..

How to Clean a Shower Head With Lemon Juice

Get ready to eliminate mineral buildup and enjoy a refreshed shower! Follow our easy-to-follow guide on how to clean your shower head with lemon juice. Read more ..

How to Clean Shower Tiles Without Scrubbing

How to effortlessly remove tough stains for a sparkling clean shower. Read more ..

How to Clean and Sanitize Nail Files

Get the lowdown on proper nail file cleaning with these tips and tricks for a hygienic manicure. Read more ..

How To Clean Your Bathroom Sink Overflow Hole

If you cleaned your bathroom, but it still smells, the overflow hole could be the culprit. Read more ..

How To Clean Nail Polish Off Tiles

My Step-by-step guide on removing spilled nail polish from all types of tile flooring. Including ceramic, marble, stone, and more. Read more ..

Bedrooms

How To Clean The Dust Under Your Bed

It's easy to miss what's lurking under your bed. Here's how to get it clean pretty effortlessly and keep it that way. Read more ..

Homemade Mattress Spray for Dust Mites

Eliminate pesky dust mites using my DIY mattress spray made with natural ingredients. Keep your bed clean and fresh with this easy recipe. Read more ..

9 Effective Ways To Get Rid of Dust Mites in Your Mattress

Sleep better tonight with 9 tips to cleanse your mattress and eliminate dust mites. Wake up refreshed and allergy-free! Read more ..

How To Get Rid Of Smells in Your Closet

A smelly closet leads to smelly clothes. Here's how to keep yours fresh as a daisy. Read more ..

How Often Should I Wash My Comforter?

Are we washing our comforters as frequently as we should? Read more ..

How To Wash A Pillow Without It Getting Lumpy

Banish the lumps and bumps when you next wash your pillow. Read more ..

Laundry

How To Wash Clothes In Cold Water (and still get a great wash)

Save electricity and time with these tips for getting the best wash in cold water. Read more ..

Is A 30 Minute Wash Enough To Get Clothes Properly Clean?

If you have only 30 minutes to spare for your next laundry load, can you still get a great wash? Read more ..

How To Reduce Washing Machine Time and Still Get a Great Wash

Slash the time your washing machine runs and still get a great wash with these expert tips. Read more ..

How To Slash Tumble Drying Time and Use Less Energy

My top tips for slashing drying time including extra spins, dryer balls and dryer maintenance. Save money by cutting drying time by half. Read more ..

How To Make Your Own (cheap as chips) Laundry Detergent Powder

How to make your own laundry detergent with washing soda crystals, borax and bar soap and customize it with your favourite scents. Read more ..

How I Make My Laundry Detergent Last Forever With These Routine Tweaks

Make your laundry detergent last longer with these tips on softening your water, pretreating stains, and never using more than you need, and much more. Read more ..

Pets

I'm Fed Up With Cats Pooping In My Garden - This Is What Kept Them Away!

You may may love your own cat, but perhaps not the neighbours! Here's how to keep them away. Read more ..

No More Pet Mess! 10 Cleaning Hacks For Animal Lovers

Love your pets but not the mess? Get the scoop on 10 genius cleaning hacks that every pet owner needs to know. Read more ..

How To Stop Your Dog Peeing On Your Grass

We would love to let our dog run free in the garden. But she keeps peeing on the grass! Read more ..

How To Effectively Get Pet Hair Out Of Your Carpet: No Vacuum Required!

Do you have sticky pet hair on your carpet that a vacuum just won't pick up? I have 7 effective tools to make your life easier! Read more ..

How To Get Rid Of Dog Smell In Your Carpet With Baking Soda

Find out how to use simple baking soda to neutralize the doggy smell in your carpet. Read more ..

How To Remove Dog Hair From Couch Cushions

Do you love to cuddle up on the sofa with your doggy but don't like the hair? Read more ..

Meet the team

Penny

I'm Penny, founder of SparklingPenny.com. I ran a holiday cottage business for over ten years. In that time, I learned more than a thing or two about how to get a home looking its best for paying customers. Find out more.

Xena

I'm Xena. I help Penny test out lots of ideas when she cleans up after me.

I can't help it, but I drop quite a lot of hair, and sometimes I smell a bit doggy!

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