December turns every home into a revolving door. Family visits, holiday parties, kids running in and out, pets tracking in the outdoors, and all the winter weather that comes with it. Floors take the hardest hit this time of year. Salt, mud, pine needles, crumbs, and melted snow all end up underfoot. The good news […]
Your Baseboards Are Calling… They Want a Clean
Baseboards collect more dust and grime than most people realize, simply because they sit right at floor level where hair, pet fur, and everyday debris settle. When they’re clean, the whole home looks brighter; when they’re dusty, things can look dingy even if the floors are spotless. The good news is that baseboards are one […]
How to Make that Sink Shine!
Keeping your home fresh and clean doesn’t have to mean harsh chemicals or heavy fumes. In fact, some of the best cleaning tools are already in your kitchen pantry. Sinks and drains tend to collect soap scum, grease, and food particles that can leave behind stubborn odors, but with a few simple, natural ingredients, you […]
The Pesky Dust You Forgot About, Cleaning the Tops of Cabinets
Did you know there’s a secret layer of grime lurking in nearly every home? It’s hiding on top of your cabinets. You may not see it every day, but over time, dust, grease, and even bits of kitchen residue gather in that hard to reach space, forming a sticky film that no one notices until […]
No Tricks, Just a Cleaner Laundry Room Treat
It’s easy to forget about the laundry room when cleaning day rolls around. You throw in a load, maybe fold a few shirts, and move on. But behind the machines, under the detergent bottles, and in the vents that’s where dust and lint quietly build up. Over time, that hidden grime can cause musty odors, […]
Keep Your Shower Doors Crystal Clear
Say Goodbye to Soap Scum: How to Clean Shower Doors Without Harsh Chemicals If you’ve ever stepped into the bathroom, only to see your shower doors looking cloudy, streaked, or dull, you’re not alone. Soap scum builds up quickly, leaving behind a stubborn haze that can make even a freshly cleaned bathroom feel less than […]
From Grimy to Gleaming Grout!
Grout is one of those sneaky problem spots in the bathroom. Over time, it absorbs moisture, traps soap scum, and collects mildew, leaving it looking dingy and discolored. The good news? You don’t need bleach or heavy duty cleaners to restore it. With the right approach, you can brighten grout lines safely, effectively, and completely […]
How to Make Your Ceiling Fan Shine
The Right Way to Clean Ceiling Fans (Without the Mess) Ceiling fans are amazing for keeping rooms cool and circulating air, but they’re also magnets for dust. Left uncleaned, that dust doesn’t just look bad it falls onto your furniture, worsens allergies, and even makes your fan less efficient. The tricky part? Cleaning them without […]
Microwave Magic: Clean in Minutes
Microwaves are workhorses: reheating lunches, reviving last night’s leftovers, and occasionally exploding a rogue pea. That quick splatter can become baked on gunk fast, so a little routine care keeps your microwave smelling fresh, working efficiently, and looking like new. Stay tuned for some quick and easy tips to keep that microwave sparkling! Why clean […]
Green Cleaning Mythbusters
Green Cleaning Mythbusters: Separating Fact from Fiction At Maid to Shine, we’re passionate about providing cleaning services that are safe, chemical free, and just as effective (if not more!) than traditional methods. But we know that green cleaning can come with a lot of myths attached. Today, we’re busting some of the most common misconceptions […]