How to make Forest Fresh SolidFloor Cleaner:

about 14 days, or longer if you want a stronger scent. Then strain the liquid through a sieve, pressing down on the lemon peel and herbs to squeeze as much liquid out as possible. Pour the strained liquid back into the jar, and pop the peel and herbs in your compost bin.

BRING THE SCENT OF THE FOREST TO YOUR ROOMS

“I used to use bleach to clean my solid floors (such as linoleum, vinyl and tiles),” says Graham. “It did a fine-enough job, but the smell! My house ended up smelling like a swimming pool, and made me feel nauseous.

“These days, I’ve opted for a natural solution that leaves my home smelling like a forest instead of a municipal pool.”

Makes about 4 litres/7 pints, for single use

Use immediately

150ml witch hazel; 1 tbsp borax substitute; 40 drops pine essential oil; 5-7 pints very warm water

Add the witch hazel, borax substitute and essential oil to the warm water and stir well, ensuring the borax substitute dissolves fully. To use: Dip your mop into the mixture, wring out as much liquid as possible, then wipe over your floor as normal.

OPEN THE DOOR TO A TIDY HOME...

First impressions really do count. There’s nothing more dispiriting than stepping through your front door into chaos.

Start by cleaning the floor and tidying the hall area, ensuring you have storage solutions for shoes, coats and bags, so none of that clutter reaches your rooms. Once done, you’ll feel more motivated about tackling the rest of the home.

Use these three hacks to make your spring clean easier

Freshen up a microwave by placing a couple of lemon wedges in a bowl of water and turn the microwave to high for three minutes. Leave to stand for five minutes keeping the door closed, then open and wipe thoroughly inside.

When you mop a floor, mop in a figure of eight shape, moving it towards you to ensure you get all the dirt.

To remove pet hair from furniture, rub a damp Marigold glove over it. It acts as a pet hair magnet.