Method
- Dust skirting boards and door frames first, with a dry microfibre cloth or the vacuum brush
- Wipe with a damp cloth and a drop of washing-up liquid, then dry
- Wipe door handles and the area around them, where hands leave marks
- Clean light switches and sockets with a lightly damp cloth, never spraying liquid directly on them, and turn the power off at the fuse box if you need to be careful
Tips
- Work top to bottom
- Test on painted surfaces if you are using a stronger cleaner
- Use a magic sponge for scuff marks, gently
Why it matters
These small surfaces frame every room. At a check-out or viewing, clean skirting, doors and switches signal that the whole property has been looked after.
Common questions
Can I use bleach on painted walls and skirting?
It can discolour paint. Use mild soapy water first.
Would you rather we did it for you?
Ample Cleaners offers deep cleaning across Barking, Dagenham, Romford, Ilford and surrounding areas, with DBS-checked cleaners and a fixed price.