Cleaning tricks with stuff you already have

• Microwave: heat a bowl of water with a few lemon slices for 3 minutes, leave the door shut for 5 more, then wipe. Everything comes off easily.
• Limescale on taps: wrap a cloth soaked in white vinegar around it for an hour, then wipe.
• Stuck-on pans: cover the bottom with water and a little dish soap, bring to a simmer for a few minutes, then scrape.
• Smelly fridge: an open box of baking soda on a shelf soaks up odours.
• Streak-free windows: clean on a cloudy day. Sun dries the cleaner before you can wipe it.

Never mix bleach with vinegar or ammonia. The fumes are dangerous.