Tips, Tricks, and General Tidbits
We all want to have a beautiful bathroom... But the question is, how do we get it?
Bathrooms are one of the most frequently used areas of our homes, and no matter how hard we try, they often get dirty pretty quickly. Toilets, basins, bathtubs, showers, vanities and more are used almost everyday by an entire household, which is why regular cleaning is a must. Here at Wet & Forget, we have a few tips and tricks that we have picked up to make cleaning your bathroom easy. _______________________________________________________________ Shower ScreensShower screens are one of those areas in the bathroom that can be such a pain to clean. A build-up of soap scum, body oils and body products over time can make for cloudy, hard-to-see-through glass which is difficult to clean without a lot of time and lots of scrubbing. We recommend using a product specifically designed to target soap scum when cleaning your shower screen. _______________________________________________________________ Bathtubs Bathtubs are another item on the list of bathroom cleaning chores that can also take a lot of work. Dirt often gets mixed in with soap scum and body oils to leave a yellow/brownish residue in rings around the tub. Using an effective, bleach-free product is best to remove this build-up without leaving a harsh bleach and chemical residue. _______________________________________________________________ Shower Head (and other hardware)Most bathroom hardware like shower heads and taps are designed to be shiny. But unfortunately when they're covered in soap scum and product residue they can get a bit dull and splotchy looking. Finding a product that can easily remove this build-up in one go without damaging the hardware finishings would be the best option for getting the shine back on your hardware. _______________________________________________________________ Toilets Toilets, toilets, toilets. Frequently used and unfortunately not always frequently cleaned. Popping a bit of toilet cleaner around the bowl is good, but making sure to give the lid, seat, and exterior of the bowl a good wipe-down is the next best step to a clean toilet. Finding a product with no harsh chemicals and a refreshing scent is a great option for cleaning the extra bits of your toilet. _______________________________________________________________ Sinks, Basins and VanitiesSinks often see a build-up of extra hand soap, toothpaste, hair strands and other residues. While most of the time the visible stuff gets washed down the drain, there is often still stuff stuck to the ends, especially higher up the sides or in the corners (depending on the bowl shape). Using a cleaner that can lift this build-up off in one or two wipes would be best for cleaning sinks. _______________________________________________________________ So...Which product cleans all of these areas, and more? Shower Witch of course! Shower Witch is a gentle, easy to use and bleach free shower cleaner that is perfect for removing soap scum and grime from not only your shower and shower-screen, but almost every other surface in your bathroom too. Shower Witch is a great all-in-one for bathroom cleaning, and works best when used as a weekly or fortnightly solution to bathroom buildup. To learn more about Shower Witch and how it can help with cleaning your bathroom, Click Here.
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The Number One Question We Are Always Asked
Here at Wet & Forget we have a great range of products to help service all your home cleaning needs. However, you may have noticed that we have 2 products that seem to do the exact same thing; Wet & Forget 5L Concentrate and Rapid Application 2L Hose-End. You would be right, they do both kill and remove moss, mould, lichen and algae – and that has probably got you thinking to yourself “Can I use my Wet & Forget 5L in my Rapid Application bottle?” This is the question we hear on the phone often and the answer we must give is “No, you can’t!”. These products are not interchangeable! There are a couple of reasons for this: They are different concentrations of the active ingredient This means that Wet & Forget 5L needs to be diluted at a different rate to the Rapid Application. The Rapid Application bottle has a pre-set, unchangeable dilution rate Because these two products need to be diluted at a different rate, if you were to put Wet & Forget 5L into the Rapid Application bottle, it would be applied at the wrong dilution rate and would not work! Rapid Application does the same job, takes the same amount of time to work and covers the same area (minimum of 100sqm!) as the Wet & Forget 5L does. The reason that it comes in a 2L instead of a 5L is to make it easier for you! It is nice and light to carry and its quick and easy to set up and apply. Learn more about whether Rapid Application or the Wet & Forget 5L is better for you by visiting our other blog, “Wet & Forget or Rapid Application?” HERE.
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Handy hints for autumn cleaning jobs
Times are crazy, and home is now the place where we are spending most of our time. We start to notice the things we previously compartmentalised; the leaning fence, the peeling paint, the broken light, the mildew in the cupboard and most glaringly, the mould and other growth that has popped up outside. When did that happen? There is algae on the driveway, moss on the side path, the roof tiles have lichen and there’s definitely SOMETHING on the patio pavers that looks like dirt but won’t seem to budge. Now that we are coming into Autumn with its shorter days, less sunlight and more rain, biological growth like moss, mould, lichen and algae can get the jump on you before you know it. With these growths preferring damper areas without direct sunlight, Autumn unfortunately brings the perfect conditions. Luckily there is a silver lining, as now that we’re at home we actually have a bit of time to tackle these tasks head on! Now is the perfect time to remove biological growth before it gets worse. Read on for a list of our Autumn-time tips for clearing up pesky growth using Wet & Forget 5L Concentrate Moss and Mould Remover and Rapid Application 2L Hose-End Moss and Mould Remover! Our Handy Autumn Hints 1. Mould can grow on any exterior surface like timber fences, concrete drives and paths, brick walls, pavers, around the pool or even on your planter pots. Luckily, both Wet & Forget and Rapid Application are gentle, bleach-free and non-caustic products and can therefore be used to treat unsightly growth wherever it appears without damaging the surface underneath. Just spray the area with Wet & Forget or Rapid Application and watch it disappear over time. 2. Steps around your entrance can become slippery with algae, especially if the area is shaded. This can also be true of any overly shaded areas such as side pathways, driveways and courtyards or patios. To avoid any potential slips and falls, use Wet & Forget or Rapid Application to remove the growth. 3. It can also be good to start moving your pot plants into some new, sunnier spots to let them soak up the rays! Doing this can sometimes uncover growth that has been building up on the surface underneath them. Try a spot treatment of the area with Wet & Forget to bring the surface back up to scratch. Don’t forget about your statues, sculptures, gnomes and other garden décor – if they’re looking a little sad and green Wet & Forget can take care of them! 4. It can also be worth making a trip to your family grave stones for an Autumn clean up. Treating grave stones with Wet & Forget now is the perfect time to see beautiful, pristine grave stones in time for Summer. 5. We are often asked about cleaning outside awnings that don’t get much sun. The solution is Rapid Application, our new hose-end moss and mould remover. Rapid Application does the same job as Wet & Forget however it is more convenient to apply as it connects straight onto a standard garden hose. There's no need for climbing up on ladders anymore or mixing it into a garden sprayer - all the action happens in the bottle! Try Rapid Application for treating your roof, driveway, or any other large or hard to reach areas. 6. Clean up your entertaining area ready for Spring. Apply Wet & Forget or Rapid Application now so that while you are hibernating inside over the cooler Autumn and Winter days, Wet & Forget will be going to work removing all that biological build-up ready for Spring! 7. Trim back overhanging foliage from your path or patio to allow the light in. By doing this it will help prevent mould build-up on those hard surfaces. And don’t forget: Wet & Forget or Rapid Application can be used as preventative measures over the Winter months as well. Just let Wet & Forget do the work for you, and your home will be ready for Spring!
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Do you have mould on your tennis court?
Wet & Forget is safe to use on all tennis court surfaces. Application: The best time to apply Wet & Forget is in the morning or late afternoon to avoid excess evaporation. The entire court must be sprayed for an effective kill to take place even if the surface looks clean, because the spores are still present and will re-contaminate any treated surface. Coverage: We recommend that you use Rapid Application as it is easy to apply. Just attach your hose and spray! Depending on the surface of your court you will need 4-6 x Wet & Forget Rapid Application to cover a full size court. Surfaces: Listed below are the best treatment methods for different surfaces. On all surfaces you must sweep the court clean of all leaves, dirt etc. so that the active ingredient can penetrate directly into the spores. Concrete, Rebound Ace and other hard surfaces (3-4 x RAPID APPLICATION). Thoroughly saturate the entire dry surface with Rapid Application. Synthetic grass ,Clay or Loam surfaces (4-6 x RAPID APPLICATION). Apply to a damp (not wet) surface e.g. after a morning dew or after a light hosing. If the court is badly contaminated the mould will need to be loosened by brushing before the Rapid Application is applied. Please note if you can't see the fibres of the synthetic grass through the "mould crust" you will have to dislodge the crust manually before you apply Rapid Application. Reaction Time: Wet & Forget Rapid Application contains no bleach or heavy chemicals so it does take time for the infested surface to come clean. This depends on the type and intensity of the growth (anywhere between a few weeks for green growth to 6-12 months for black mould). Benefits: No bleach, No acid and is biodegradable. No pressure cleaning, no wasting water! Kills the mould spores and helps prevent premature regrowth. To shop or read about Rapid Application, click here. __________________________________________________________________________
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Had a lot of rain? Learn how to stop the fungi-party.
Mould has a best friend called Moss. And he has a couple of buddies called Lichen and Algae. These old friends like to get together when there has been a bit of moisture in the air...and there is nothing like a reunion to get the good times going! This lot will start shopping around for a new clubhouse in all their favourite places: on your driveway, roof, deck, pavers and more. But there is good news! With Wet & Forget, you can stop the fungi-party before it starts. Outdoor Surfaces To treat affected exterior surfaces you can use Wet & Forget 5L Moss and Mould Remover. This product is a bleach-free, non-caustic and non-acidic concentrate that dilutes with water to form a gentle cleaner which gets in and kills the spores. Once the spores are no more, Wet & Forget stays on your surface and works with the weather to disintegrate leftover growth and flush it away. Wet & Forget is perfect for any exterior surface as it has an almost neutral pH, which means that it won't damage the surface. See the results for yourself! To use Wet & Forget 5L Exterior Moss and Mould Remover concentrate, follow the below instructions: Sweep all leaves, dirt and other debris off the surface before application to allow for maximum penetration of the active ingredients. Dilute one part Wet & Forget to five parts water (1:5) in a garden or backpack sprayer. Spray the affected area to the point of saturation. Do not hose off. Apply during overcast, dry conditions to avoid accelerated evaporation. Do not apply if rain is expected in the next 12 hours. Lichen requires a second application within 15 minutes of the first. Keep children and pets off the treated surface until dry (normally 1-2 hours). If badly contaminated, apply a second application one month after the first. To learn more about Wet & Forget, click here. Indoor Surfaces To treat affected indoor surfaces you can use Wet & Forget Indoor Mould and Mildew Sanitising Cleaner. This product is designed to treat surfaces inside the home, such as your bathroom, laundry, kitchen, and more. Not only does it kill mould and mildew spores (just like the exterior Wet & Forget concentrate), it also sanitises and deodorises. This means that it can also kill other common household germs and remove odours associates with mould and mildew. It can be used to target mould in specific areas, or used as a general multipurpose cleaner. See examples of what it can do below! To use Wet & Forget 2L Indoor Mould and Mildew Sanitising Cleaner, follow the below instructions: Spray the entire surface with the ready-to-use trigger. Leave the product on the surface for about 10 minutes, then wipe it off. For general cleaning simply spray the surface and wipe off. To attach the trigger, remove the sticker and flip open the cap. The hose is coiled inside the sprayer, so pull it out to its full extension of approx 90cm. Firmly insert the hose tip into the bottle. Once the trigger is connected, make sure the nozzle is set to the “OFF” position after use, and transport the product upright as the product may leak through the breather hole. To learn more Wet & Forget Indoor, click here. To see how to set up the applicator trigger, click here and go to the bottom of the FAQs tab.
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Sun safe tips for summer
We often forget the importance of looking after the whole family, including pets during the summer months. Sun safety is absolutely vital! Pets can also suffer from the same problems as humans during the summer, such as dehydration, sunburn, skin cancer, overheating, ticks and many more…. Sunscreen During summer, sunscreen is a must, protecting the whole family from UVA and UVB rays by applying the best sunscreen possible, the higher the SPF factor the better. Remember to always re-apply your sunscreen especially if you have been swimming. The Cancer Council has a wide range of sunscreens suitable for the whole family. Find out more Hydration When the temperature heats up during the summer months the most important thing to do is to hydrate by drinking plenty of water. Dehydration can cause many health risks such as low blood pressure, headaches, lethargy, dizziness and more! Find out more Make sure your pets have plenty of water both inside and outside the house. Heavy based bowls are best as they don't tip over too easily. Ice cubes in water bowls are also a good idea to keep the water cooler for longer. Shade The best form of protection from the sun is to stay in the shade. Keep out of the sun between the hours of 11am-3pm. Your pets also need protecting from the sun, providing your animals with a shaded area is essential during the summer. NEVER leave children, the elderly or dogs in the car, even with the windows down! Heat stress and death can occur very quickly. Exercise Avoid any strenuous outdoor exercise/activities on very hot days especially during the middle of the day when the sun is at its hottest. Heat stroke can occur and is a very serious condition, to find out more click here. On very hot days, it's best not to over exercise your pet as it can rapidly increase their rate of breathing and panting and they can risk heat stroke. Best to exercise your pet when it is cooler, first thing in the morning or late afternoon. Ticks Unfortunately the warm weather brings with it, tick season. Protection is the best cure! If you are in an environment where there are ticks, remember to cover up and wear repellent. Paralysis ticks are at their worst during the summer months. Apply tick prevention medication on a regular basis. Learn more here. __________________________________________________________________________
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Exterior surfaces you can treat with Wet & Forget
Wet & Forget exterior moss, mould, lichen and algae remover is a gentle solution to stubborn biological growth. Even though it is gentle, it is mighty! Wet & Forget breaks down biological growth over time and ensures that the surface does not incur damage, as it might from water blasting, hard scrubbing, or bleach. With a pH of 8, Wet & Forget is close to neutral. Most moss, mould and mildew removal products are either highly acidic (pH 1) or highly caustic (pH 12). Caustic or acidic products can damage the surface being cleaned. Wet & Forget is very gentle and safe to apply to any surface. Because of this product's gentle nature, it can be used on any exterior surface, including the following: Asphalt Concrete Brick Sandstone Canvas Tiles Painted surfaces Stone Terracotta Colorbond roofing Slate Clay Limestone Marble Ceramic Timber Fibrolite cladding Fibreglass Polycarbonate Industrial fabrics Synthetic grass And more! Where can you use it? Around pools On caravans Awnings Tombstones Paths Pergolas Decks Driveways Boats Shade sails Weatherboards Boat sails Golf greens Outdoor furniture Patios Outdoor umbrellas Stenciled driveways And more! Don't see your surface type listed here? Give us a call or send us a message to find out if you can use Wet & Forget. Contact us here. __________________________________________________________________________
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Cleaning your bathroom with Shower Witch
Identifying soap scum in your shower, may not be as simple as you think. Soap scum can appear as a cloudy substance on the glass, quite typically it is quite heavy on the bottom of the glass area. Shower Witch is the perfect solution for that build-up of soap scum in your shower, whether it's on the glass or tiles, Shower Witch will work. If the build-up is quite heavy, just apply Shower Witch a couple of times a week for the first two weeks, watch the scum disappear before your very eyes. A wipe down may help to remove that inital buildup. If the build-up is light, simply spray once a week. There are certain situations where there is clouding on your glass, and it may be all over the glass shower screen, this often is confused as a build-up of soap scum. However, in some cases it has been the aging of the glass, and the laminate sheeting decomposing. Shower Witch will not treat this problem. Sometimes there are streaks on the glass shower screen and this can be deposits of hard water stains. Shower Witch will not remove the hard water stains. Once you know you have a build-up of soap scum, Shower Witch will become your new best friend! It will save you time, save you from scrubbing, it will take the hard work out of cleaning your bathroom! You will never again put off cleaning the bathroom because Shower Witch makes it so easy and you see real results in no time at all. Simply, spray onto a wet surface area, leave overnight and lightly wipe the surface area down! It's that easy! You can use Shower Witch to clean your Bath, Vanity Basin and Toilet. On these surfaces you just spray on and wipe off. Shower Witch will make your whole bathroom squeaky clean……the shower, vanity, toilet and floors, all clean! To shop or learn more about Shower Witch, click here. __________________________________________________________________________
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Germ-infested areas we all forget about
We all go about our everyday lives without giving hidden germs a second thought. The general perception regarding germs is, if it doesn't look dirty, its not. This is the greatest misconception! In fact, the worst type of germs are the ones you cannot see, they are microscopic. They are all around us and can make us very sick. How many people live in your house? How many times does everyone in the household open the fridge door, breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks...several times a day! They have probably been handling hot and cold food or preparing raw food and cooked foods. What were they doing before opening and closing the fridge door? Greeting a child that has just come home from school or touched the family pet. How many germs have just been transferred by these normal everyday activities? What about the door handles, everyone opens and closes the doors to all the rooms in the house, including the bathroom door. Does everyone wash their hands before opening and closing the door? The remote control is touched and used by every member of the household. School children bring home a multitude of germs every day. Do you clean their plastic toys and swing sets often? Listed below are examples of areas where there are a multitude of hidden germs we never think about cleaning on a regular basis. Disinfect and sanitise once a week with Wet & Forget Indoor, the perfect solution to treat those nasty germs and bacteria on all hard surface areas in your home! Areas for hidden germs Fridge seals (perfect environment for mould to grow) Door knobs (transfer of germs, especially if someone is sick) Toothbrush holder (perfect breeding ground for bacteria) The refrigerator handle (one of the dirtiest surface in the whole house!) Light switches Microwave Handles & Taps (throughout the whole house, bathroom, bedroom and kitchen) Desk & Drawers (everyday we sit at a desk or open the dresser drawers) Telephone & Mobiles Keyboard Remote controls Behind the toilet Pet door Washing machine & dryer doors Children's play areas (swing sets, slippery slide, plastic toys) Lid on the bin Handbags (do you place it on the kitchen bench where you are about to prepare food for the family?) Bath Towels & kitchen tea towels Dishcloth Soap Dispenser in the kitchen and bathroom To shop or learn more about Wet & Forget Indoor, click here. __________________________________________________________________________
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