Cut through oily stains, food, grease and grime with Elbow Grease. This can take a dull, stained hob and make it shine within minutes. To clean your shower, all you need to do is apply the Bar Keepers Friend powder to a damp surface and add a bit of water to make a paste. Then use a dampened sponge or cloth to spread the paste across the shower or tiles and gently rub it in. Leave the paste to sit for five minutes and then wipe the surface clean. Pros Choose your favourite, then apply the product on the tiles, shower head, shower cubicle (or bathtub), and taps for an all-around clean. Follow the product's instructions for how long to leave the solution on for and then wipe the surface and rinse with water. Emmy MacRitchie wrote: “Astonish Mould and Mildew spray. Spray it on the grout, put half a square of toilet roll on it, then spray on top of toilet roll so it's sodden. Leave overnight and remove toilet roll in the morning. Mine always ends up white.”

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And it’s easy to use too. All you need to do is spray the surface and leave for a few minutes (up to five minutes for big limescale build-ups), then rinse the surface and enjoy a long-lasting shine. Pros We spent hours researching the best shower cleaners by scouring our Mumsnet forums to find products that are reliable, practical and effective at removing limescale, grout, mould, mildew and other stubborn bathroom stains. Many of these shower cleaners have been tried, tested and are rated by Mumsnet users, which is why you can be sure that these products work. Limescale and soap scum can make showers look grubby and dirty, but you don’t need to worry about that with the Cillit Bang Limescale & Grime Spray Power Cleaner. The foam formula and fresh scented cleaner can clean showers, baths, sinks, tiles, glass, toilets, stainless steel taps and many other surfaces.

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These are one of those places in the home that can get covered in mud, dirt and over time get discoloured. Shelley Ripper said: “Astonish Mould and Mildew did mine and left it overnight, kept the room well ventilated and next day my tiles were like new. I just washed them down with hot soapy water. Hope this helps.” There are a lot of products available to aid with mould prevention, such as mould sprays and mould prevention paint. From our round-up, the most effective shower cleaner is Bar Keepers Friend. We like that this multi-purpose cleaner can clean different surfaces throughout the house. And whatever bathroom grime or stains you have can be gone within five minutes thanks to its powerful oxalic acid formula. Some windows come with ventilation built-in. This is something that we had to ask for when replacing our windows, it’s something that’s offered but not something they ask when they are designing your windows. Prevention Is Always Better Than The Cure

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Tiles in kitchens can get particularly greasy from food and oil. Simply spray a little Elbow Grease onto the surface and wipe away. No scrubbing needed. 20. FlooringKids don’t just get mud and grass stains on their clothes, they drag themselves through it and really rub it in there! Many parents don’t have time to invest hours scrubbing and cleaning (don’t worry, we totally get it). But grime, limescale, mould and mildew can all gather in your shower, which is why it’s important to keep your bathroom as clean as possible. Vanessa Boniface recommended: “Astonish Mould and Mildew Blaster. Can't recommend this product enough for totally obliterating mould from grout and bathroom ceiling.

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Use Elbow Grease to get rid of grease and stains on the outside and inside of your fryer. 25. Turmeric/curry stains Hard water causes limescale to build up in your shower and, if left untreated, can cause problems with appliances and plumbing. That’s why, if you live in an area with hard water, Mumsnetters and countless reviewers recommend the Viakal Bathroom 3-in-1 Spray. Now that you know the few places where Elbow Grease is not suitable, let’s get on to the dozens of places where you can use Elbow Grease to clean around the home! 1. Oven You can use Elbow Grease to clean and shine your fridge so that it comes up looking like new. 24. Deep fat fryer Door and window frames are one of the biggest dirt magnets in your home. Restore them to their former glory with a bit of Elbow Grease. Simply spray on, leave for two minutes then wipe away the grime. 9. DishwasherDo you have coffee and tea stains in the bottom of mugs that just won’t shift no matter how much you wash them? I have used Elbow Grease to remove child-friendly paint from a wall. I did not scrub hard and it did not take away any of the wall paint! I sprayed on then wiped away with a dry piece of kitchen paper. 13. Outdoor furniture A good way to monitor humidity in your home is through a moisture meter, which can be bought from most good DIY stores. Ideally, humidity should be between 30 and 60 percent.