All our guides on Kitchen & appliances: practical how-tos, home remedies and professional advice from Priority Clean.
Burnt-on sauce, white rings and a greasy film? Five safe methods to clean a ceramic hob or induction hob – and what to avoid so the glass stays scratch-free.
A thick layer of ice costs energy and space. Five steps to defrost your freezer and fridge safely – without knives, puddles or spoiled food.
Sticky grease filters and a hood that no longer pulls? Five methods to clean extractor hood filters, degrease the housing and know when a carbon filter needs replacing.
Burnt-on grease, brown door glass and sticky trays? Five home-remedy methods to clean your oven properly – including the parts inspectors check first.
Smelly dishwasher, cloudy glasses, food bits on clean plates? Five steps to a fresh, efficient dishwasher – and the settings many people overlook.
Fingerprints on the fridge, water spots in the sink, smears on the extractor hood? Five simple tricks get stainless steel clean and streak-free.
Musty laundry or black spots on the rubber seal? These five overlooked spots are where washing machines get dirty – and how to clean them in under an hour.
Two weeks away and the fridge greets you with a strange smell? Five steps get it clean, hygienic and odour-free – including the drain hole most people forget.
Slow flow, lukewarm coffee, a warning light? Here's how to descale bean-to-cup, capsule and filter machines without damaging seals or voiding the warranty.
Slimy film in the water bowl, dried wet food on the rim: here is how to keep your dog's or cat's bowls clean and hygienic with very little effort.
Water sitting in the tray, white marks on the wires, black dots in the corners: five steps are all it takes to get your dish drainer properly hygienic again.
Crumbs collect under the cutlery tray, spilt sugar in the food drawer. Here's how to get your drawers clean again without damaging wood or chipboard.
The damp cloth hanging on the oven handle is a paradise for bacteria. Changing it often, washing it hot enough and drying it properly keeps your kitchen hygienic.
Your fingers still smell of garlic and onions hours after cooking? Cold water, a little acidity or a stainless steel spoon make the odour fade much faster.
After a fondue chinoise or a chips night, there's a pan full of oil left over. Down the sink? Better not: here is how to bottle it and take it to the right collection point.
One green spot on the Sunday plait and the whole loaf is lost. A short routine keeps your bread bin dry and clean – and your bread fresh for longer.
Rancid coffee oil and stale leftovers make even the best espresso bitter. With a brush, a vacuum cleaner and a little care, your coffee tastes like day one again.
Water carafe, wine decanter or flower vase: with simple household remedies, a little patience and proper drying, narrow glass turns clear again without scratches.
Hot water, the dishwasher and raw meat are off limits. Here is how to keep your wax wraps clean, clingy and long-lasting – all the way to the compost heap.
Scratches, overheating and the dishwasher are the worst enemies of a non-stick coating. Five rules keep a classic or ceramic frying pan working well for years.
Muffin cases and bundt tins still tacky after washing? Very hot water, a bicarbonate paste and a short spell in the oven loosen hardened grease gently.
A green film, limescale flakes or a stale taste? Weekly cleaning, a cartridge changed on time and cool storage keep the water in your jug tasting fresh.
A white limescale ring, a slimy film or a stale smell? A brush, bicarbonate of soda and citric acid get glass and plastic clean again – without warping.
Dried-on milk turns into milk stone, smells sour and spoils the foam. Five simple steps keep the jug, whisk and steam wand clean and odour-free.
Crusted grooves, batter on the hinge, cheese in the toastie maker: residual heat, a dab of oil and soft tools shift it all without putting the non-stick coating at risk.
Rinse it hot, dry it open, descale it now and then: with very little effort a classic stovetop espresso maker lasts for years and the coffee never tastes rancid.
When the wood around the sink turns grey and soaks up water, it needs care. Cleaning, fine sanding and a thin coat of oil keep your kitchen worktop protected.
Quartz has a reputation for being low-maintenance, but it doesn't forgive everything. Mild washing-up liquid, a soft cloth and care with heat keep it looking good for years.
Porridge in the gaps, sticky straps and crumbs under the seat: a short routine after meals and a weekly plan keep the seat hygienic for good.
Pan gone grey after the dishwasher, baking tin covered in spots? With a mild acid and a little patience, the metal turns bright again – no harsh cleaners needed.
Tarnished candlestick, door handle or heirloom? Do the lacquer test first, then polish with a mild acid and a little salt – and the metal will glow golden again.
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