The best cleaning tips from the pros to make your home sparkle - The Sun

When it comes to keeping your home clean, there are so many tips that it can sometimes seem a little daunting.

That's why a cleaning expert decided to put together a list of his tried-and-tested tips for keeping your home in good condition.

A cleaning expert shares her best tips for keeping your home spotless. Photo credit: Getty

It contains some clever tips for eliminating mold and removing unpleasant stains from carpets. Photo credit: Getty

Sarah Dempsey, cleaning specialist at MyJobQuote.co.uk, the UK's leading job search site, has teamed up with house builder Avant Homes to offer some important advice to new homeowners .

Your first tip is to pay attention to the curtains, which are often neglected but are a nightmare for dust and dirt.

Sarah says vacuuming as part of your normal routine can be helpful, but be sure to use the soft brush specifically designed for furniture.

"For best results, move up and down," he adds, "and pay a little more attention to the edges," which is where the most dust and pet hair collects.

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The home guru also recommends washing your curtains every three to six months: check the label to see if you can put them in the washing machine or if you need to call a dry cleaner.

For carpet stains, Sarah recommends applying a mixture of one part white vinegar to one part water to the stain.

"Be sure to blot the stain and never rub it," he says, because rubbing can cause it to penetrate deeper into the carpet.

"When removing a stain," he adds, "always clean from the outside in to prevent the stain from spreading further."

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If the stain contains solids or is particularly large, "try to remove as much as possible with a dull knife or spoon before applying the vinegar and water mixture," the cleaning master adds.

And for brands that give off a bad smell, sprinkle a little baking soda on the stain and leave it overnight - it should absorb the smell and you can easily vacuum it up the next day .

Sarah also has a clever tip for ironing out annoying carpet stains.

Place a damp white cloth over the mark, he suggests, "then press the iron on high."

"The steam from the iron effectively removes the stain. Once the carpet is dry, the stain is no longer dry.

The Dirt Guru also offers some practical advice for those looking to combat mold in their home.

"Fill a bucket with water and a mild detergent, such as hand soap or dish soap.

"Use a cloth, dip it in soapy water and gently wipe the mold. Be careful not to brush it, otherwise mold spores may be released.

When finished, use a dry cloth to remove any excess moisture that could cause the fungus to return.

And if the problem persists, contact a professional to help you.

Sarah's final tip focuses on using white vinegar, which she describes as an "excellent stain remover with antibacterial properties."

While these cabinet accessories are great for making glass windows and furniture shine, there are some places you should never use them.

This includes hardwood floors because, as Sarah says, they can "dissolve the finish that protects the wood underneath," leaving it looking dull, tarnished or scratched.

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You also shouldn't use it on metal parts of blenders and the like - these are susceptible to rust, which can be caused by the acid in white vinegar - and on mirrors, as it can penetrate the holder and prevent it from shining.

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