Guide
Practical tips on cleaning, prices and moving in the city of Zürich.
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Cleaning tips
Clean kitchen fronts: high gloss, foil and wood
Clean kitchen fronts with a suitable soft cloth, little moisture and dry edges. Choose the right method for grease, fingerprints and each finish.
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Remove sofa stains: follow the fabric care label
Blot fresh sofa spills with a dry cloth first. Check the care label, cover and material before using water; stop if the permitted method is unclear.
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Clean a mattress: airing, vacuuming and small spills
Air your mattress, care for its protector and vacuum only as the manufacturer permits. Use little moisture on small stains; get deep dampness assessed.
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Remove pet hair: floors, rugs, sofas and clothes
Start with pet bedding, then clean the floors. Match the vacuum head, lint roller or rubber tool to the carpet, upholstery or clothing.
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Clean bathroom grout: silicone, cement and damage
Identify cement grout or silicone seals, clean gently and dry. Recurring dark marks, cracks or loose joints need an assessment.
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Clean a shower drain: strainer, smells and when to stop
Remove hair and residue from the shower strainer. Distinguish visible dirt, a dry trap and a possible blockage before taking further action.
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Clean taps: chrome, stainless steel and black finishes
Clean and dry taps with a soft cloth approved for the finish. Choose limescale products by material; microfibre is not suitable for every tap.
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Clean a balcony with little water and respect for neighbours
Sweep the balcony and collect dirt before damp cleaning for its surface. Contain water, check building rules and stay safely inside the railing.
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Clean light switches, handles and remotes safely
Clean handles for their finish, keep switch covers dry and follow remote-control instructions. Never spray liquid directly onto electrical parts.
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Clean radiators: remove dust from fins and recesses
Let the radiator cool, dry-dust accessible fins and vacuum the recess. Damp-wipe only where permitted, without working on valves or fittings.
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Clean blinds and shutters: material and safe access
Clean blinds only from a safe position. Indoor blinds, exterior slats and shutters need different care; leave mechanisms and unreachable areas alone.
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Clean curtains: dust, wash or use a textile specialist
Follow curtain care labels: dust gently, wash only if allowed and check the weight and safe access before taking down large curtains.
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