THE SECRETS OF AROMATHERAPY : From our hands to Your Home!

Nowadays a great part of North America has faced the struggles to live healthy and clean.Sometimes the more we try to keep our bodies and homes clean and keep ourselves knowledgeable of how to best do it, sometimes the more we do just the opposite. There have been a great emergence of the so called ‘green’ cosmetics and home cleaning supplies. But the problem is just putting a label that says ‘green’ doesn’t make it less harmful. Still many cleaning supplies threaten our health and the one of our entire households, especially our smaller members like children and pets. After all, they are much more vulnerable to substances that adults can tolerate simply because their bodies are not able process and dispose of the toxins that they are surrounded with, in difference to adults. Moreover, high volume chemicals and substances that are found in our homes do not get tested for health effects on children. As a result, over 150 chemicals found in the average home have been linked to allergies, birth defects, cancer and psychological abnormalities.

This is why we, at Valentina’s Professional Cleaning Services, take constant measures not only to eliminate the grime and dirt form our customer’s homes, but to generally improve the health and well-being of our customers and their loved ones. We are constantly involved in research of new and emerging cleaning products that help, rather harm you and your environment. Even more, we have begun producing with our own hands all-natural, healing, and highly beneficial cleaning supplies. For these purposes we have turned to aroma therapy and the power of essential oils.

You ask ‘Why Aromatherapy and what is it exactly?’. Well, the answer is simple enough: after much research and consideration of cleaning agents, we have found that essential oils actually are ones of the least harmful and most beneficial substances in existence. In fact, these oils have the properties to heal our bodies, psyche, and environment.

Aromatherapy comes from an ancient practice of using natural plant essences to promote health and wellbeing. It uses pure essential oils obtained from a wide assortment of plants, which have been steam distilled or cold-pressed from flowers, fruits, barks and roots. Aromatherapy is widely used in herbal medicine helping with easing aches, pains, and injuries, and relieving the discomforts of many health problems. It also acts on the central nervous system, relieving depression and anxiety, reducing stress, relaxing, uplifting, sedating or stimulating, restoring both physical and emotional wellbeing. And all that is needed is the appropriate essential oil.

Many of the oils have powerful antibacterial and antiviral qualities which, unlike pharmaceutical drugs and many cleaning detergents nowadays, do not leave behind dangerous toxins. This is why they are often referred to as ‘nature's living energy’! Let me add a a curious fact, essential oils are wholly natural and cannot be patented. This means that you’ll never see an essential oil in a store bought cleaning product. This is why we have decided to take this ‘living energy’ and invite it to your home. We do this through the creation of our own essential oil-based, cream and liquid cleaning products! We carefully select each oil when creating our cleaning supplies based on special consideration of our clients’ needs. In combination with our years-long professional cleaning experience, we always strive to create a clean, safe, and happy atmosphere in your home. And just to give you a greater insight, here are some of our favourite essential oils and their purposes.

Lemon oil is a first favourite because it has so many purposes. In fact, this oil is often found in many home cleaning products because of its fresh and calming scent. Lemon oil is widely used in removing laundry stains, or brightening any type of flooring. It perfectly gets rid of heavy greasy smells, and simply dissolved in water, it becomes a great glass, window, and all-purpose cleaner. Additionally, its scent has been proven to increase concentration and mental awareness.

Another widely known, and rightly so, favourite of ours is Lavender oil. On top of being absolutely enchanting with its sweet, fresh floral scent, it is also as versatile as lemon oil. It can be mixed in such a way that it can become a great cleaning agent for practically anything. But what is more important here is that through its scent, it invites serenity right in your home. Lavender has been known to have a calming effect on the central nervous system. This oil can help with problems like stress, sadness, and enhance harmonious feelings and atmosphere.

But if you are looking to battle respiratory problems, Eucalyptus is our choice for you. This oil’s aroma has a healing and cleansing function by opening your airways up and even being able to work through any cold, or battle mental exhaustion.

Peppermint oils is also very effective in problems such as congestion and mental stimulation. It has also been widely used for headaches and migraines. And it is not only its amazing minty scent that we appreciate, but also peppermint stands on the list of our favourites because of its undeniable antibacterial properties. It is so powerful that it is known as being a great natural pest deterrent.

Tea Tree oil, also known as Melaleuca oil, doesn’t fall behind for us with its antiseptic, antibacterial, and antifungal properties. And just to top it off, this oil works perfectly against mold and mildew! Not to mention that its natural properties make it completely safe for any surface, so even if you don’t wipe it out completely, be sure it will do no harm. In fact, just the opposite!

Now going back to the citrusy degreasers, Orange oil stands right next to Lemon oil. And this is the reason why its scent is found in many heavy, grime fighting detergents, such as the ones for stove. Orange oil works perfectly to saturate grease and oils, making it easy to simply wipe the grime off, and leaves a much more welcoming, fresh citrus scent.

Finally, let me talk a bit about Patchouli oil. This oil will bring you much more value for your money than a bag full of housekeeping materials. Aside from its undeniable all-purpose anti-bacterial properties, patchouli oil has also insecticidal properties that keep away insects. It easily gets rid of moths, bed bugs and others after they have invaded any property, and under spray or vaporizer form, it keeps away mosquitoes, ants, and any other unwelcome insect to your home. Oh, but it doesn’t only deters! In fact, according to Feng Shui, Patchouli oil attracts money and wealth to your home. Additionally, in ancient times patchouli oil has been known to be used by Cleaopatra and other powerful figures as a way to increase their and their partner’s sexual libido. Even today, patchouli oils is still highly used for such purposes.

Of course the list of favourites can go on because each and every oil has a secret within itself, making it unique and, well, favourite of ours. So, we at Valentina’s Professional Cleaning services have decided to explore these secrets and lay them out all to our customers. We always work around your needs! This simply means, we deeply care not only about keeping your home clean but also helping you live a better, healthier, and happier life. It is not only grease and grime for us. It is you! Valentina’s Professional Cleaning Service is always here for you and your loved ones!

TOP 40 BEST EVER CLEANING TIPS! .

From HomeLife.


Learn how to spring clean like a champion with this list of the best-ever household cleaning hints and tips.
From cleaning up broken glass to deterring pests or tackling stains on clothes and furniture, we have 40 simple, natural solutions that work.

1. Eucalyptus oil removes the gummy residue left by shop stickers.

2. Buffing a marble tabletop with car polish leaves a thin, invisible film that helps reduce the risk of stains.

3. To remove furniture indentations from pure wool carpet place a tea towel over the area and then press with a warm iron. The heat will lift the fibres. Do not attempt this with synthetic or a wool/synthetic mix carpet.

4. Light a match and let it burn a few seconds to remove toilet smells.

5. To stop bathroom mirrors steaming up, regularly rub a dry bar of soap over the surface and rub in with a clean cloth.

6. Stop clothes with thin straps falling off hangers by sticking small felt furniture pads onto the hanger just beyond where the straps sit.

7. To remove oil from silk clothing, gently rub cornflour into the area and lightly brush off. Cover the oil mark completely with more cornflour and leave to sit for a few hours. Shake clothing free of flour and then hand wash, or use a gentle machine cycle, using soap suitable for delicates.

8. To keep spiders or any other nasty surprises out of shoes you keep outside, (such as your gardening shoes or work boots), place old stockings over the top of them. Make sure the stockings don’t have holes in them, and if they don’t fit snugly over the top, use an elastic band to secure them.

9. To make candles last longer, cover with a plastic bag and place in the freezer for 24 hours before lighting.

10. To keep your car windows ice and frost free when left outside overnight in the wintertime, mix three parts vinegar to one part water, put it in a spray bottle and spray on the windows as needed.

11. To prevent buttons from becoming loose or undone, dab a little clear nail varnish on the top thread or onto the stem of the thread and leave to dry.

12. To remove pollen from the stamen of flowers, take a piece of sticky tape about five centimetres long, gently press the sticky side to the pollen mark and lift off. Repeat with clean sticky tape as required. Do not try to brush it off.

13. To reuse the bits of soap that are always left over, combine them with glycerine and some warm water. Pour into a bottle for a handmade liquid soap.

14. To pick up small fragments of broken glass, press pieces of bread onto the affected area.

15. If you have an aquarium, save the water each time you change it and water your house plants with it. It’s full of nutrients and makes a great fertiliser.

16. To stop ants entering your house, draw a chalk line on the ground where you want them to stop. If you live in a rainy area where ants are a problem, you must re-draw the chalk lines each time it rains.

17. To deter silverfish, place whole cloves in wardrobes and drawers.

18. To get blood out of fabrics, use hydrogen peroxide. Apply it directly to the stain and then launder in the washing machine.

19. To remove body oil stains from collars and cuffs of coloured shirts and blouses, rub hair shampoo directly on the stains. Rinse out the shampoo, then wash the clothes as usual.

20. To revive a vase of wilted flowers, add a teaspoon of mild detergent.

21. Use leftover styrofoam peanuts as great drainage in the bottom of a pot.

22. To stop drawers from sticking, rub a bar of soap across the runners to make them glide smoothly.

23. To prevent ash from flying everywhere when cleaning out a fireplace, use a spray bottle filled with water to cover the ashes with a light mist.

24. To clean the bottom of the iron, sprinkle salt on the ironing board and iron back and forth.

25. To locate light switches in the dark, put a dot of luminous paint on tape and stick to the switches.

26. To keep pinking shears or scissors sharp, cut through a sheet of folded aluminium foil or coarse sandpaper.

27. To leave a room smelling fresh after you have vacuumed, place a few drops of your favourite essential oil (such as lavender or peppermint) near the vent where the hot air is released. The air warms the oil and blows it into the room.

28. To mask unpleasant odors, put some coffee beans in a saucepan and burn them. The smell of coffee will overpower the other nasty odors.

29. To clean a microwave oven, add four tablespoons of lemon juice to one cup of water in a microwave-safe bowl. Boil for five minutes in the microwave, allowing the steam to condense on the inside walls of the oven. Then wipe them with a soft cloth.

30. To clean a stainless-steel sink, put the stopper in the sink with two denture-cleaning tablets and half fill with water; leave for several hours or overnight and the next day it should be sparkling. Then use the water to clean the draining board, too.

31. To remove fingerprints from stainless-steel appliances, place a small amount of baby oil on a napkin and wipe the affected areas. The fingerprints will just wipe away.

32. To remove marker pen off hard surfaces, spray on hair spray and then wipe it off.

33. To remove cat and dog hair from clothes and furniture, rub them with damp rubber gloves.

34. To clean your shower curtain, wash it in the washing machine with about one cup each of vinegar and bleach, some white towels and a normal amount of washing powder. Adding fabric softener will help keep the curtain clean. When the load is done, return the curtains to their place in the bathroom to drip dry. The wrinkles will disappear in a day or so. (Check your washing machine manual to ensure it’s okay to use bleach).

35. To clean glass windows, add about one tablespoon of cornstarch to about one litre of lukewarm water. Wet and a rag or squeegee, remove excessive water and wipe down glass as if using regular glass cleaner. Dry with either a soft cloth or paper.

36. To restore toilet bowls back to their shiny best, clean with old, flat Coke or Pepsi. To dissolve limescale, leave the soda overnight to soak.

37. Use a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment to clean the tops and creases of Roman blinds.

38. Vacuuming a mattress, particularly along piping and crevices, removes dead skin cells that attract dust mites.

39. Clove oil (sold in chemists for toothaches) kills mould spores. Mix three drops in one litre of water and then use to wipe down areas susceptible to mould.

40. To get rid of the smell of garlic from your hands, rub against stainless steel – your sink is ideal. Then wash hands with soap or detergent.

Valentine`s Day PROMOTION!

The Valentine`s Day is just around the corner and we, from Valentina’s Professional Cleaning Service, are happy to announce our holiday special promotions specially created for you. 

During the  season we invite you to choose a full inside-out cleaning of your fridge or your stove at no extra charge with you next cleaning service. You can also use our Share the Care 

Promotions:

(http://www.valentinascleaningservice.com/share_the_care_promotion.html) on top of this special gift, which gives you the opportunity to save more money for yourself and your close ones. And just because we really are in the holiday spirit, we have special holiday prices of our services that are as low as the temperature outside. So don’t hesitate to contact us for more information and to have the opportunity to make all those gifts even more special for you by allowing us to work around Your needs.
4 hours of a detailed professional service only $99.99 ($120.00 value)
5 hours of a detailed service professional service only $124.99 ($150.00 value)
6 hours of a detailed service professional service only $149.99 ($180.00 value)

However do not forget that our gift certificates:

(http://www.valentinascleaningservice.com/promotions.html) can be individually selected and developed based on your requirements creating the perfect holiday present for your loved ones. So hurry up and book us today! Limited spots are available.

The staff from VPCS is wishing you Happy Valentine`s Day!

GIVE YOUR HOUSE A HOLIDAY GIFT WITH AROMATHERAPY PROFESSIONAL CLEANING!

Give your home a Holiday gift with Aroma Therapy cleaning by Valentina's Professional Cleaning Services.
Let us take the next step of Natural and Organic Cleaning with the use of Aromatherapy oils and cleaning supplies only based on them. Aromatherapy has been known through history as a cleanser for the mind and soul providing full relaxation and regeneration to people's bodies. Similarly, in cleaning, aromatherapy oils not only create 100% organic, natural and reliable cleaning supplies but also, create an amazingly encasing

 

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 and relaxing atmosphere for your home. You do not have to walk in your home anymore squinting on the strong smell of chemicals and accept it with a smile because you believe this is a sing of clean home. Now, Valentina's Cleaning Services is happy to put a real smile on your face with the use of our specially made, aromatherapy oil-based cleaning supplies. Our cleaning supplies have high antibacterial, antiseptic, energizing, purifying, and mood-rising qualities. In other words, using aromatherapy oils provides your home with clean and fresh scent, gets rid of dirt and germs, and most importantly boosts your metabolism. 
For the Christmas Holidays, Valentinas Professional Cleaning Services offers amazing aromatherapy cleaning packages which include: 
General clean up 4 hours - $120.00 ( $160.00 value)
General clean up 5 hours- $150 ($200.00 value)
General clean up 6 hours- $180 ($260.00 value)
(Not valid for move in/out or post construction clean ups)
Valentina's Cleaning Services also offers gift certificates as gifts to the people close to you.
What a better present there is than the one of high-quality, professional, natural and aroma cleaning service, which will bring very Happy Holidays to your Ho-Ho-Home?!
For more information on the packages or to order one you can visit our website at www.valentinascleaningservice.com or simply call at 416 838 6214

How to Clean Your Washing Machine by AJW

Have you ever noticed your washer looking dirty? Or having that awful musty smell? How about your clothes not coming out as clean as you would like after they have been washed? What can cause these problems? Hard water mineral deposits and detergents build up in your washer's hoses, pump, and the tub itself. Below are some tips to hopefully help you remedy that problem.

Run washer through a large hot water cycle with chlorine bleach. Then, run the washer through another hot cycle with white vinegar. It works best if you run the second cycle right after the first. Depending on your washer you can use approximately 1 qt of bleach and then 1 qt of vinegar. The bleach helps remove any stains you may have in the washer. After the second cycle, run the washer a third time with nothing added to remove any of the bleach/vinegar that may be remaining.

Run washer through a large cycle with hot water and 2 cups of vinegar or lemon/lime juice. Then in all the nooks and crannies you can use spray cleaner (with q-tips, old toothbrush, paper towels, etc.). This includes under the lid and under the lip of the washer. Make sure to get around and under all the seals etc. where buildup likes to hang out. Then, after everything is clean, run the washer one more time to remove any cleaner that may discolor clothes. Lemon/lime juice may help with rust problems. Vinegar is more helpful for odor problems and killing mold and mildew.

Another slightly different alternative is after running a vinegar or lemon/lime juice cycle, is to run another cycle with baking soda. Use approximately 2 cups baking soda on the largest cycle setting with hot water. Then, run a rinse load with nothing added.

Front load washers can accumulate mold and mildew under the seal where the door closes. For this there is a product on the market that is supposed to take care of this problem called Affresh. Affresh is sold at places like Home Depot and Lowes. You can also first try the bleach and hot water method. But, this may be an alternative for hard to clean washers. I have not used it, or am I familiar with Affresh so I can not comment on its effectiveness.

For all of these options first let the washer fill up with water and then add the product as the agitator starts up.

How often should you do this? About every three to four months. You may need to do it more often if you wash a lot of heavily soiled clothes.

Other tips for a cleaner washing machine:

Leave the washer lid open when not in use so that it can air dry.

To know how much bleach to use in your machine you can refer to the owner's manual or on the machine itself.

Try using less detergent. Note: Those with soft water may require less detergent, and those with hard water may need more laundry detergent. Again, you can refer to your owner's manual to what they recommend for your machine.

Some machines may have different materials on the inner structure of the machine, so it is best to consult your owner's manual or call the company before using cleaners other than laundry detergent. Some materials may be damaged by vinegar or bleach.

Warning: Before working on the inside of your washer with cleaner and q-tips etc. it is best to unplug the machine. If you clean the inside of the machine manually you run the risk of electrocution, so please make sure to unplug it first. Safety first!

Cleaning fruit-Chemical-free and Easy

SHARE THE CARE PROMOTION !

Valentina’s Professional Cleaning Service Presents

Share the Care Promotion

You thought you are getting $20 OFF with just your next cleaning service?

                                                                           Well, We never liked this word, either.

Dear existing customers, share this coupon as a referral with your family, friends, co-workers, your neighbor (and even your child’s grammar teacher), and get $20 OFF with your next service each time one of these people order our service for the first time, who also get $20 OFF with their first-time cleaning service.

Please keep in mind that the new costumer receives $20 off with their first cleaning service ONLY and you as a referent receive $20 off with your service once per each one new customer you have referred us to. So, spread the word by having the ability to print and use unlimited copies of this coupon for the season…oh the heck with it, make it the whole year! Plus, sharing is caring!

Instructions:

1.       Print both coupons and write your name as a referent and the name of the person that you are referring us to (new client) on both.

2.       Keep the first one to yourself and the other share with the person of your choice.

3.       When this person orders service and presents us with the coupon, show us your coupon and automatically receive $20 off with your next service.

4.       Share this promotion with everyone, so they can also have a chance of receiving more discounts.

5.       Enjoy clean home and cleaner vocabulary! :)

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