How many times do you say :” it’s good enough” while cleaning your house?  What if you could get a truly cleaned home at least once a month?

Cleaning with hydrogen peroxide offers several benefits due to its natural disinfecting and cleaning properties. Here’s why you should consider using it for household cleaning:

1. Powerful Disinfectant

Hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) is an effective antimicrobial agent, capable of killing bacteria, viruses, mold, and fungi. It breaks down into water and oxygen, making it a safer alternative to harsh chemical disinfectants.

2. Non-Toxic and Eco-Friendly

Unlike bleach or ammonia-based cleaners, hydrogen peroxide is non-toxic and biodegradable. It doesn’t release harmful fumes or leave behind toxic residues, making it a safer choice for homes with children and pets.

3. Eliminates Odors

Peroxide works as a deodorizer by breaking down odor-causing bacteria. It’s particularly useful for freshening up trash cans, pet areas, and musty-smelling fabrics.

4. Removes Stains and Whitens Surfaces

Hydrogen peroxide is a natural bleaching agent that can lift stains from fabrics, countertops, and even grout. It helps remove tough stains like coffee, wine, and blood without damaging surfaces.

5. Safe for Food Preparation Areas

Since hydrogen peroxide decomposes into water and oxygen, it’s a great cleaner for cutting boards, countertops, and other kitchen surfaces. It effectively kills bacteria without introducing harmful chemicals into food prep areas.

6. Prevents Mold and Mildew Growth

Peroxide is excellent for combating mold and mildew in bathrooms and damp areas. It kills spores on contact and helps prevent regrowth when used regularly.

7. Affordable and Readily Available

Hydrogen peroxide is inexpensive and widely available at drugstores and supermarkets. A standard 3% solution is effective for most cleaning tasks, making it a budget-friendly alternative to commercial cleaners.

How to Use Hydrogen Peroxide for Cleaning

• General Disinfection: Spray 3% hydrogen peroxide directly on surfaces, let it sit for a few minutes, then wipe clean.
• Stain Removal: Apply peroxide to stains, let it bubble, and blot with a clean cloth.
• Mold and Mildew: Spray affected areas and allow it to sit before scrubbing away.
• Toilet Bowl Cleaner: Pour half a cup into the bowl, let it sit for 20 minutes, then scrub and flush.
• Cutting Board Sanitizer: Spray and let it sit before rinsing.

Hydrogen peroxide is a versatile, safe, and effective cleaner that can replace many chemical-based products in your home. However, peroxide isn’t a stable products and when exposed to air, will lose its power very quickly. At Pura Vita, we use fresh peroxide everyday.

Yes and no. You don’t need to do a deep clean before the cleaning service arrives—that’s our job! However, a little preparation can help us work more efficiently and ensure you get the best results. Here’s what you should do before your cleaning crew arrives:

What You Should Do Before a Cleaning Service Arrives:

1. Declutter Surfaces & Floors

   • Pick up clothes, toys, dishes, or other personal items.
   • This allows the cleaners to focus on deep cleaning rather than tidying up.

2. Put Away Valuables & Important Documents

   • Store jewelry, cash, and sensitive documents in a safe place.
   • This prevents accidental misplacement.  We clean between 2 to 4 houses every day and it’s difficult for us to remember where we could have seen an item.

3. Communicate Your Expectations

   • Make a list of priority areas or specific tasks you want us to focus on.
   • If you have special instructions (e.g., “no scent products” or “Don’t clean this room”), let them know.

4. Secure Pets

   • If you have pets, keep them in a separate room or let the cleaners know about them in advance.
   • Pets might get stressed by strangers carrying loud equipment 🙂

5. Check for Broken or Fragile Items

   • If something is already damaged, take note of it so there’s no confusion later.
   • Move fragile items if you’re worried about accidental breakage.

6. Provide Access

   • If you won’t be home, make arrangements for entry (e.g., leaving a key, a door code, or letting a neighbor grant access).

What You Don’t Need to Do:

❌ No need to deep clean – The service is there to do the heavy cleaning.
❌ No need to scrub surfaces – They will handle that with professional products.
❌ No need to vacuum/mop – Most services include this in their cleaning routine.

By taking these small steps, you’ll help the cleaners do their job more efficiently and ensure you get the best results from your service.