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.
Find your starting point
A little care for every part of home.
Clean a room, make space or look after something you love. Start with the job in front of you.
Organise & make room
Start small, sort what you own and build routines that last.
Care for what you own
Find the right care for furniture, rugs, textiles and decorative pieces.
Family & pets
Practical help for shared rooms, pets and the everyday laundry.
A healthier, lighter home
Understand indoor air, cleaning products, energy and reuse.
A LITTLE EVERYDAY CARE
How to Clean a Microwave Inside and Out
Clean microwave walls, door seals and removable parts safely. Check your model’s steam-cleaning instructions, avoid superheated water and troubleshoot burnt smells.
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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Home organising: less clutter, easier days
A practical home organising guide: declutter one space at a time, organise drawers and paperwork, plan a move, and build everyday systems that are easy to keep.
Read the guideBathroom storage and cleaning: a simple reset
Organise bathroom cupboards and daily-use items so surfaces are easier to clean and supplies are easier to find.
Read the guideCanvas storage basket care and everyday organisation
Identify a canvas bucket before cleaning it, protect printed decoration and organise its contents so it stays useful and easy to reset.
Read the guideDenim care and repair: a practical clothing routine
Read denim labels, plan suitable washing and drying, and decide when jeans need a repair or a place in your wardrobe.
Read the guideGarage cleaning and organisation: a usable storage plan
Sort the garage, plan accessible storage and clean one zone at a time, with a practical shelving and labelled-tub checklist.
Read the guideHome paperwork and craft storage that stays usable
Create a simple action tray, filing system and craft-supply layout without filling every surface with containers.
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.
