Cleaning Tips and News from Dublin
Step-by-step cleaning how-tos and updates that matter to Dublin homes and landlords.
Written by Lana, founder of Dublin Cleaners. For prices and rules, see the cleaning guides.
Seasonal
Condensation on Windows in Winter: Stopping Mould in Dublin Homes
Condensation on windows from November to March: why it happens in Dublin homes, how to ventilate, dry clothes indoors safely and stop mould.
News
Contract Cleaning ERO 2026: €14.80 Now, Minimum Wage €14.94 From January 2027
Contract Cleaning ERO: €14.80 an hour from 1 January 2026, minimum wage €14.94 from January 2027, and what it means for prices.
Guide
End of Tenancy Clean, Start to Finish: An Illustrative 2-Bed Dublin Apartment
An illustrative end of tenancy clean of a 2-bed Dublin apartment, room by room: order of work, timings and what tenants prepare.
How to
How to Clean a Burnt Saucepan or Burnt Pot: Stainless, Non-Stick and Cast Iron
How to clean a burnt saucepan or pot by material: stainless steel, non-stick, enamel and cast iron, using the bicarbonate simmer.
How to
How to Clean a Fridge: Step-by-Step Guide (With Food Safety Temperatures)
How to clean a fridge in about an hour: empty it, wash the shelves, wipe with bicarbonate of soda, clear the drain and keep it at 0-5°C.
How to
How to Clean a Keyboard: Quick and Easy Steps (Desktop, Laptop and MacBook)
How to clean a keyboard safely: unplug it, shake out crumbs, use compressed air and wipe the keys with 70% isopropyl alcohol. Laptops too.
How to
How to Clean a Leather Jacket at Home (Without Ruining It)
How to clean a leather jacket at home with a soft brush, neutral soap and conditioner, why vinegar harms leather and when to get help.
How to
How to Clean a Mattress: Baking Soda, Urine and Stains
How to clean a mattress at home: vacuum, spot clean stains, lift urine, freshen with baking soda and dry it fully before bedtime.
How to
How to Clean Brass: Lacquered and Unlacquered Handles, Knobs and Ornaments
How to clean brass without stripping it: check for lacquer, test first, then use soapy water or a thin film of polish on handles.
How to
How to Clean Driveway Stains: Oil, Rust and Moss on Tarmac and Block Paving
How to clean driveway stains from oil, rust and moss on tarmac and block paving, pressure wash safely and keep run-off out of drains.
How to
How to Clean George Foreman Grill Plates, Drip Trays and Panini Presses
How to clean George Foreman grill plates safely: unplug, cool, wash the plates and drip tray, and avoid abrasives. Panini tips too.
How to
How to Clean Grout in Shower Tiles, Floors and Glass Doors
How to clean grout in shower tiles and floors without damaging it: a pH-neutral method, a bleach method for white grout, and glass door care.
How to
How to Clean Motor Oil Spill in Car Carpets and Seats
How to clean a motor oil spill in a car: absorb, degrease the carpet or fabric seat, then take oily rags to a civic amenity site.
How to
How to Clean Mould off Walls (and Stop It Coming Back)
How to clean mould off walls safely, why it comes back, how to cut condensation in an Irish home and when black mould means a damp problem.
How to
How to Clean Silver: Tarnished Cutlery, Jewellery and Chains
How to clean silver cutlery, jewellery and chains with hot soapy water, silver polish or the foil method, and what to avoid on plated pieces.
How to
How to Clean Tea Stains from Cups and Mugs (5 Methods That Work)
How to clean tea stains from cups and mugs with bicarbonate of soda, a soak or a salt scrub, plus what to avoid on bone china and gold rims.
How to
How to Clean Washing Machine Drums, Drawers, Seals and Filters
How to clean a washing machine: drum, drawer, door seal and pump filter, how much bleach to use, and why bleach never goes near vinegar.
News
Short Term Letting Register: Where Ireland's Fáilte Ireland Register Stands (November 2026)
Short term letting register update for Dublin hosts: the Bill's progress, the 1 December opening, the 31 December deadline.