The longer days of lounging outdoors are coming to an end. However, as days shorten, autumn calls us back inside to attend to what might now be some neglected spots around the home.
According to research by Samsung Ireland, over a third (31%) of Irish people consider vacuuming as their all-time favourite chore. With the average person spending over a week a year battling dust and dirt on their beloved floors.
To help restore order to your home and get prepared for some seasonal decor, Gino Grossi, Head of Brand Marketing for Home Appliances at Samsung Electronics UK and Ireland, shares some tips.
1) Vacuuming
Vacuuming is a must in any home, especially if you have carpet and whether you love it or hate it, you can’t deny that vacuuming makes your home feel instantly fresher. Sometimes a quick go-around the floor with the vacuum is all you need. But when you neglect certain areas, like the back of the couch, dust and dirt build up and compromise that clean-home feeling.
It’s also important to consider the inner workings of your vacuum, it needs to have adequate airflow to function properly. If you tend to let the canister or vacuum bag fill to the brim before emptying it out, your machine will be less effective. Empty your vacuum after each use and if your vacuum has a bag, remember to change it regularly. In addition, learn how to clean your vacuum, from the canister to the filter and base plate.
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2) Fridge Maintenance
Just like the back of the couch, a lot of dust can gather in the gap behind your fridge. At least once or twice a year, use the applicable attachment on your vacuum to spruce up this often-ignored part of the kitchen. If you keep the coils dust free, the fridge will be more efficient.
Over-packing is another common cause of fridge performance issues, according to our customer support teams. We recommend filling your fridge to no more than two-thirds of its capacity to help with air circulation, as over-packing your shelves can block air vents that keep your fridge cool, which over time can lead to expensive repairs.
If your household needs more storage, look out for models that maximise the capacity without taking up more space in your kitchen. All Samsung fridges feature SpaceMax technology, which means the walls are thinner but have higher insulation creating more space inside. This means you can store up to three more bags of groceries₂ without compromising on performance or space in your kitchen.
Dirty door seals are another common yet easily fixable reason why fridges don’t cool well. Dirty seals can cause gaps large enough to let in warm air. If you notice dirty seals or frost build up around the gasket, clean them immediately and allow up to 24 hours for your fridge to regain proper temperature.
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3) Washing Machine
Autumn also means going back to school and with that, comes a lot more laundry. One way to help make sure your washing machine stays clean is by running a washing machine cleaner through it every month or so. Remember to clean out the filter from your washing machine to help keep it running efficiently. This is usually the centre column of most machines, or near the bottom of the washtub. Check that you’re using the right type of detergent for your machine. For example, high-efficiency machines perform best with low-sudsing detergent, so check for “HE” on the detergent label to confirm you’re using the right kind.
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