STACEY Solomon’s team of experts on Sort Your Life Out revealed a £7 hack which means you won’t have piles of washing drying around your house.
And better still, with the weather becoming sunnier, it could lower your bills and mean you have less mould in your house too.
Cleaning expert Iwan Carrington said a £7 retractable washing line can help save you money on tumble drying bills[/caption]
With the sunnier weather, you can dry clothes outside in the sun to prevent mould in your home[/caption]
The line snaps back into the device are you have unhooked it to save space[/caption]
TV star Stacey’s professionals were tasked on the BBC show this week with helping recent single mum Katrina Bowen, who has four kids aged between five and 18.
The Wales-based family were struggling with their cluttered home, which they discovered included 425 stuffed animals, 37 pairs of scissors and 123 fancy dress outfits.
Thankfully Stacey, who gained fame after finishing third on The X Factor in 2009, and her team were on hand to help.
Cleaning expert Iwan Carrington had a handy gadget to sort out the issue of washing drying around the home.
Speaking on tonight’s show on BBC One, he shared: “I do not want to see any more washing hanging in Katrina’s living room window, so I’ve put one of these retractable washing lines in the section of the garden.
“I love these because then when everything’s dried, you can just take them off and they retract.
“The washing line is gone. Love it.”
You can pick up a retractable washing line for as little as £6.94 from Temu, and they work using a spool mechanism that allows the line to be pulled out for use.
The retractable function means they can be out of sight when not needed.
Their functional designs make them ideal for small spaces, as they provide a drying solution without permanently occupying space.
Dunelm also has a retractable washing line for £7.
The website states: “A neat and practical washing line this Addis Retractable Washing Line is a must have for your home and is available to purchase online today.
“This Addis Retractable Washing Line has up to 15m of drying space meaning you no longer have to put clothes out to dry bit by bit.
“No more unsightly empty washing lines.”
The line solves the issue of laundry taking up space in your home[/caption]
You can pick up a retractable line from Temu for £6.94[/caption]
Stacey helped the Bowen family on tonight’s show[/caption]
Stacey helped the family sort out their cluttered house[/caption]
Stacey’s home hacks
Stacey’s Sort Your Life Out is packed with clever tips.
Iwan previously shared a savvy trick for tackling mattress stains – and all you need is bicarbonate of soda, liquid detergent, and an iron.
Speaking to the camera, he says: “I’ve seen a hack online which I am desperate to try, and this is to remove stains from mattresses.”
He starts by mixing toothpaste, a laundry detergent pod, half a cup of warm water, and a spoonful of bicarbonate of soda in a bowl to form a paste.
Then, he soaks a cloth in the mixture and wraps it around an iron – which is turned off.
Sure enough, the video shows the stain fading away, as Iwan exclaims: “It is just disappearing before our eyes. Can you believe what you are seeing? It’s gone.”
Stacey Solomon’s cleaning tips
IF you want a home that gleams like Stacey’s, you’ll need to listen up!
Label Everything: Stacey swears by the power of labelling. From pantry jars to storage bins, clear labels help keep everything organised and easy to find.
Daily Tidy Routine: Dedicate 15-20 minutes each day to tidying up. This prevents clutter from building up and makes weekly deep cleaning less daunting.
Baking Soda Magic: Stacey uses baking soda for a variety of cleaning tasks. It’s great for deodorising carpets, cleaning grout, and even freshening up mattresses.
Upcycle Containers: Repurpose old jars, tins, and containers to store cleaning supplies, craft materials, or kitchen ingredients. It’s both eco-friendly and cost-effective.
Shine with Vinegar: White vinegar is a staple in Stacey’s cleaning arsenal. It works wonders on windows, mirrors, and even limescale build-up in kettles.
Make It Fun: Turn on your favourite music or podcast to make cleaning less of a chore and more of a fun, productive activity.
Use a Toothbrush: For those hard-to-reach spots, a toothbrush can be an excellent tool. Use it to scrub grout lines, around taps, and in other small crevices.
Declutter Regularly: Stacey advises a regular declutter session to get rid of items you no longer need. This keeps your home neat and creates more space for the things you love.
Air Fresheners: Create your own natural air fresheners using essential oils. Stacey loves using lavender or citrus oils to keep her home smelling fresh.
Microfibre Cloths: These are essential for dusting and cleaning surfaces without leaving streaks. They are reusable and can be easily washed.
Incorporate these tips into your routine for a cleaner, more organised home, just like Stacey Solomon’s!
He also gave a very handy hack if you want to leave your windows gleaming – coffee filters.
He explained: “These coffee filters are brilliant for cleaning windows because they’re really strong and they’re lint-free as well, so they don’t give any smears.
“If you’re a coffee drinker and you have a big sack of these in your kitchen, one goes a long way.”
Thankfully the hack doesn’t need to break the bank.
Tesco is currently selling a pack of 40 coffee filters for £1.30, which works out at 3p per one.
