Keep Your Household Clean With Nordicare

With dirt and grime being a normal part of everyday life, having cleaning products that you can use to combat them is essential. The focus here is to work with products that will be suitable for getting rid of the different kinds of grime, while being safe for the particular surface or appliance being worked on. You also want to work with a trusted brand, one whose products have been proven to deliver. You can get this with Nordicare, which has been in the cleaning business for close to a century, especially making a name for itself when it comes to formulations to be used on kitchen appliances. Since its founding in 1905 in Copenhagen (initially called O-ZINO-OIL CO but rebranded to Nordocare in the 70s), the brand has continued to invest in its R&D and production processes, resulting in products that are highly effective in delivering on its mandate – which is why the company has survived and thrived for so long. The products are also ECOCERT-certified, meaning that they have minimal effect on both the end user and the environment as a whole. Incorporating this brand’s products into your cleaning arsenal enables you to give your appliances quality care. Let’s go over different applications and the formulations that have been developed for them.

The Microwave Problem

Everyone wants a sparkling clean microwave. After all, meals go from right there onto your plate. However, it takes just one round of brunt food to turn it into a grimy unsightly mess. Then of course there are those splatters that get all over those interior surfaces over time. As the grime continues to build up, it can end up being a fire hazard. These also form breeding grounds for bacteria, increasing the health risks involved with each meal being warmed in the microwave.

The cleaning can’t be done with just any solution. For instance, bleach-based solutions that are popular for other DIY cleaning tasks around the household can end up ruining the microwave by weakening the plastic section in the interior, which damages the unit in the long run. To deal with these messes, you want to work with a product that will enable you to clear the grime without putting the microwave’s structures at risk. A solution that will minimise the amount of workload involved, so that you won’t end up taking too much time on the process. That’s where formulations like the Nordicare Microwave Oven Cleaner come in. This product has been developed to deal with the different kinds of messes that affect the appliance – and has the designs and functionality to make the process a breeze.

What You Get From The Nordicare Microwave Oven Cleaner

With this formulation, you get a powerful non-etching cleaner to use for the insides of your microwave oven. It chemically breaks down the grease and dissolves the food residues that have been built onto those inside surfaces – without harming the material or releasing toxic fumes that would pose a risk to humans or pets in the household. Using the Nordicare Microwave Oven Cleaner is also straightforward, where you spray the insides of the appliance and give the product 15 minutes to work on the gunk and residue. After this period, wipe off the contents, and you’re good to go.

Be keen to ensure that you’ve reached the sides, top and bottom, and you can use a soft rag or paper towel to wipe them. Remember to remove the glass plate and turntable of the microwave and wipe them down. The interior door needs to be worked on including both of its sides and the edges, and where it seals the oven. Once you’re done, place the turntable and glass plate back into position.

For those cases where the surfaces have heavy grease build-ups, you may need to repeat the process. The spay application makes it easy to ensure that the cleaner has reached all the spots within the microwave oven, and the 500ml packaging – which has also been affordably priced, allows you to maintain the cleanliness standards of your appliances in a cost-effective manner. The Nordicare Microwave Oven Cleaner comes with 12 units per box.

Reminders:

Whenever you’re working on the microwave, it should be switched off at the socket, or even unplug it. This is a safety measure when dealing with any electrical appliances.
Take extra care when you’re cleaning the microwave’s glass plate.
For the controls, don’t spray them directly with the cleaner. Instead, apply the cleaning agent to a cloth, then proceed to wipe the controls.

The microwave should be cleaned regularly, at least every couple of days. Should you notice the interiors are splattered with food particles, there is stuck-on food on the surfaces, or even greasy fingerprints on the unit’s controls, then give it a quick wipe down with the Nordicare Microwave Oven Cleaner.

Preventing Food Contamination In Your Refrigerator

Appliances like refrigerators are a core part of food safety. After all, without them in the home, perishable foods would not last as long, and end up getting wasted. However, storing foods here is not just about the temperature. You need to put in place measures that prevent them from getting contaminated, otherwise there will be food poisoning that puts the health of the family members at risk. With all the different things that are tossed into the refrigerator, it can actually be one of the most cramped up spaces in the preemies. From raw meats, veggies, and dairy products, to ready-to-eat meals, they are all kept in these units. How clean are the interiors of the refrigerator? For instance, the high bacterial load, especially in items like raw meats, poultry and seafood, as well as vegetables which have ferried the pathogens from the farm, can end up contaminating the surfaces that other items will come into contact with. Even fresh produce from the grocery store – especially that which is grown organically, can still have traces of soil and manure on it, depending on the kind of cleaning that it was taken through.

Without regularly cleaning the fridge, there will also be a build-up of stains and food residue. This will cover the insides of the shelves and drawers. You also end up having to contend with funky smells whenever you open the door. Keeping your food in good condition requires that routine cleaning be carried out. For this, you want to work with products that will also deal with the threat of the pathogens that are crawling around those indoor surfaces.

Enter the Nordicare Refrigerator Cleaner.

This formulation has been developed to deal with the threats of bacteria in refrigerators and freezes, as well as fungal growths like yeast and mould. It also has the welcome bonus of eliminating odours caused by the ese growths, leaving the appliance all fresh.

To use the Nordicare Refrigerator Cleaner, start by spaying its interior surface. Give the product 15 minutes of dwell time, during which it will chemically act on the bacteria, fungi, and odours that are within the unit. Afterwards, wipe off the content with a clean cloth.

Note – With this product, you don’t need to rinse the refrigerator or freezer surfaces that have been worked on. However, for those sections where foodstuff will be directly in contact with the surface, you should rinse the area.

Extra tips when cleaning the fridge:

It’s recommended that you take out the removable shelves and racks and clean them outside.
Pay special attention to sections like the bottom of the wire racks.
With a clean cloth, dry the different components before putting them back into the refrigerator.

After cleaning the refrigerator, you’ll put the food items back – and this is a good opportunity to declutter and do some organizing. This ranges from tossing out those foods that have expired, and bringing those that are close to expiry to the front so that they can be used up quickly. Light items can also be grouped together, and you can use containers for this. It’s generally recommended that the ready-to-eat meals, from packaged take-out that you brought home with you, cooked meals, salads that have been prepared, as well as daily products, should be kept in the top and middle shelves. Certainly, they should be covered or placed in sealed containers. Storing these ready meals at the top sections of the refrigerator reduces the chances of pathogens transferring to them from the raw products. The raw poultry, meat and fish in turn can be kept in the bottom shelf. These should be well-wrapped or in sealed containers, to prevent them from dripping onto other foods. Wash vegetables and fruits before storing them – especially the salad vegetables. Wrap them up in paper, or place them in a plastic container with air holes. Herbs and kales can be wrapped in damp paper towels before being stored, in order to keep them from drying out and help them continue staying fresh for longer.

At least once a week, go over the contents of the refrigerator and throw out any produce that is spoiled. Using the Nordicare Refrigerator Cleaner on surfaces that the spoiled foods were in contact with will enable you to maintain the hygienic standards of the fridge.

Getting Rid Of Grease and Stains On Stove Tops

Cooking is bound to get messy at one point or another – we’ve all gone through it. Instances where you’re cooking your lunch and look away for a couple of minutes, just to find the contents boiled over and messed up the stop top. You can even be there stirring away at the sumptuous dinner, only for content to keep splattering all over the area. Grease and gunk covering the cooking unit’s surfaces is not something to startle anyone who is frequently in the kitchen, but it needs to be dealt with before it creates unsatisfactory conditions that put the integrity of the meals themselves at risk, or even create a fire hazard especially when there is excess build up.

Unlike other appliances in the kitchen, stovetops handle lots of traffic, with all that cooking that goes on. This in turn makes it one of the most susceptible to build-up of grime. If the cleaning is not done gradually, the grease builds up and becomes harder, and stains more difficult to remove. They are also eyesores, which is not something that you want to be seeing as you whip up recipes for your family. You can keep your unit looking new with the Nordicare Stove Top Cleaner

With this formulation, you can restore the spackle to your stove top with ease. It has been developed to break down the burnt-on food residue on the surfaces, without creating any scratches. Simply apply the Nordicare Stove Top Cleaner onto a dry cloth, wipe the surface, and continue polishing it until it’s shiny. The chemical action of the product is powerful enough to remove the grime without you having to resort to using a scraper.

The Nordicare Stove Top Cleaner is particularly efficient in reducing the amount of time taken for the task since it cleans and polishes at the same time.

A few issues to note:

Ensure that the stove top has cooled before you proceed to clean it.
In case you’re particularly worried about greasy build-ups, you can carry out a quick clean-up after each use.
Check the edges of the stove, since this is one section that is frequently missed, allowing old grime deposits to continue accumulating.
Avoid items like steel wool or scrubby sponges when cleaning your stovetop, as these can create scratches that will ruin the appliance. Fortunately, with the Nordicare Stove Top Cleaner, you won’t need to result to abrasive tools.

Failing to regularly clean the stove top will reduce its lifespan. This is due to issues like grease building up around the coils and burners, which also affects their performance. With the Nordicare Stove Top Cleaner in your kitchen care arsenal, you will be able to keep your in good condition for longer. The frequency of the cleaning will depend on how often the stove top is used. Someone cooking once a week and ordering takeout for the rest of the days will clean the stovetop less frequently compared to a family of four that prepares meals three times a day.

Washing the Washer

It’s easy to assume that, with all the soaps and detergents that a washing machine handles, it keeps itself clean. After all, that’s their purpose, right? Well, the reality is different. Sure, the soaps and detergents used will get rid of the dirt and grime on the clothes you launder, but over time the residue from the washing cycles can build up in the machine, becoming a threat to its functionality. The dirt that gets yanked out from the clothes, sheets and towels also has to go somewhere, right? While most of it gets removed through the drain pipe of the machine, there is some residue that remains within the component parts. For those in areas with hard water, the mineral deposits that are left behind compound the problems. There could also be mould or mildew growing around the lid. This is why after some time passes you begin noticing that your clothes are not coming out as clean as they used to before, or they come out from the wash cycle with an odd smell. The smell is a problem for both top and front loaders, and is usually caused by the soap scum, debris and dirt that ends up colleting in the machine’s seals, and the nooks and crannies of the unit, resulting in fungi and bacteria flourishing.

The efficiency of the cleaning process is also on the line. This is because the leftover detergent and grime that builds up in the inner parts of the washer and the drum can end up transferring to clothes creating marks and stains. Washing machines need routine cleaning – and this applies to both front-loading and top-loading types. To keep your unit in optimal condition and get rid of the grime that has built up over time, turn to the Nordicare Washing Machine Cleaner.

This biodegradable cleaner works to get rid of the soap residues, coatings and biofilm that have accumulated in the washing machine.

Routinely working on your unit with the Nordicare Washing Machine Cleaner comes with several benefits, including:

Prevent gunk from accumulating in the machine tubes and pipes, which would have otherwise reduced the lifespan of the unit.
Keeps mould or bacteria from latching onto the fabrics that are being washed.
Powerful cleaning action where the formulation chemically dissolves the grime, minimising the effort required for the task.

Follow these steps to work with the Nordicare Washing Machine Cleaner:

Start by diluting 0.5dl of product in 5L of warm water.
Clean the soap dish with a cloth or brush, as well as the rubber wreak and glass lid. Allow these component parts to dry.
Fill up the soap dish with the cleaner.
Run one of the washing machine’s high-temperature programs – where the temperature should be at least 95°C.

Note that there should not be any clothes in the washing machine while this cleaning cycle is being carried out. Also, do not add more soap products into the soap dish. The Nordicare Washing Machine Cleaner will be enough.

Given that this is a potent cleaning agent, the appropriate safety measures should be put in place when handling it. For starters, keep it away from children, and also wash your skin after it comes into contact with it. It is also recommended that you get eye protection. In case some of the product gets into the eyes, rinse them with plenty of water.

Extra tips for cleaning your washing machine:

Pay extra attention to the fabric softener or soap dispenser, as well as the inside of the door and around the opening.
Note that top-loading machines usually collect more dust compared to the front-loaders, so the dusting and cleaning of the exteriors will be more frequent.
For the front-loaders, the gasket (rubber seal that’s around the door) is typically the main cause of funky smells with the laundry. This is caused by the detergent and moisture that is left behind after washing cycles, creates conducive grounds for mould and mildew to develop
During the normal washing cycles, ensure that you use the right detergents to launder the clothes, and not more than the recommended amount. Remember that excess soap results in more residue being left behind, which encourages more bacteria growth and increases the risks of fungi developing. Whenever each cycle ends, empty the washer and take out the clothes immediately. Also, after you’re done doing the laundry, leave the washing machine door open. This allows the excess moisture that has been left behind to evaporate.

Do you have pets in the household? This is especially for those with cats and dogs that are prone to shedding. It’s likely that you will find pet hair in the washing machine after running a couple of washing cycles, since the pet hair will have got onto the fabrics being laundered. In this case, open the door of the machine and let it dry, then use the vacuum’s soft brush attachment to get rid of the fur.

For the front layers, check the gasket regularly to ensure that there aren’t any small items that are trapped in it – and you can also take the extra step of drying it with a towel.

Caring For Your Dishwasher

Doesn’t the dishwasher clean itself when it’s doing the dishes? Well, that’s not what happens. Whenever you do a load of dishes, the food waste, grease and oily residue, water mineral deposits and the like will build up within the dishwasher. There are plenty of places for the debris and residue to get stuck in – from the door gasket to the filter and pump. Failing to clean the dishwasher regularly exposes it to different risks. For starters, without the occasional deep clean, the pump, filter or drain hose can end up getting clogged. This can lead to issues like leakages and the dishes themselves not being effectively cleaned. The longer that this is allowed to continue unabated, the high the chances that the dishwasher will get damaged, and this can only be fixed by hiring a technician for it.

Definitely, the cleanliness of the dishes is also on the line. When there is food residue, grease and other kinds of grime left strewn within the washer, it affects its performance. Situations like debris ending up on the dishes result, or cases of spots and film being formed on the glassware. Moreover, the food debris will continue decomposing – meaning that there will be bacteria, mould and mildew to contend with, as well as the odours they form. This is exacerbated by the damp conditions of the dishwasher, which encourages the organic growths to flourish. If you’re already being hit by a waft of musky odours whenever you open the dishwasher, then it means a round of cleaning is long overdue. The routine cleaning is also needed to keep component parts lasting for long. After all, you don’t want a case of the pump, filter or drain hose getting damaged. During the cleaning, it’s also common to find foreign objects like broken pieces of glass within the unit. The are different ways of cleaning the dishwasher – and here you want to go with a product that has been purposefully formulated for the task in order to minimise the amount of time and resources that go into the process. The brand under review also has formulations for dealing with this, such as the popular Nordicare Dishwasher Cleaner.

This formulation is highly effective in dissolving the fat and grease that has built up within the pipes of the machine, and also dealing with the limescale that has accumulated over time. Moreover, it leaves behind a fresh scent. The application process is straightforward. Start by removing the bottom of the dishwasher and inspecting the drain, to remove any gunk that has got trapped in there. Proceed with these steps:

Empty the dishwasher, then clean the filter.
Take out the seal that’s on the cap and place the bottle upside down (with the cap still on) into the cutlery basket.
Close the dishwasher and take it through one of the washing programs – as long as the temperature is at least 65°C

The frequency of cleaning the dishwasher will depend on how often it is used. For the average household, using the Nordicare Dishwasher Cleaner to clean the machine once a month should be enough.

Some dishwasher maintenance tips include:

Discard leftover food into the bin before you put the dishes into the dishwasher. In fact, it is recommended that you give them a quick wipe or rinse to clear away those large chunks of residue first.
Get rid of labels or stickers on jars that you are using before putting them into the dishwasher, to avoid cases of bits of paper clogging up the filter.
Leave the door of the dishwasher open after you carry out a cycle. This is to minimise chances of mould or mildew developing. However, be particularly cautious if there are young kids or pets in the household since they can easily “stray” into the machine
Empty the machine’s filter regularly.
Never use bleach-based cleaners to work on your dishwasher – especially if the interior surfaces are made of stainless steel.

The frequency of the dishwasher cleaning will depend on how much usage it gets. At the very least, you should remove any visible food debris from the filter at the bottom of the dishwasher after every load, or once a day. This singular act along will go a long way in preventing your dishwasher from turning into your second garbage disposal. Also pull out the machine’s bottom rack, and check around for any bits of food that could have got into the filter well. Some may have got stuck to the machine’s screen.

Every week, give the edges of the door a wipe down, as well as the gasket, getting rid of the debris – and clean the filter as well. Pay particular attention to the greasy residue or splatters that could have settled onto the bottom of the washer under the door. The dishwasher controls can be easily wiped with a damp sponge or microfibre cloth. Every month, carry out a deep clean with formulations like the Nordicare Dishwasher Cleaner. On the other hand, the exterior and edges of the machine should be cleaned on an as-needed basis.

General Cleaning – When There Are Lots Of Surfaces To Cover

No surface in the house is immune to dirt and grime. From the dust that settles on the different areas all day, to the accidental beverage spills that leave a mess, cases of greasy residue from food pills, splatters from cooking activities, soap scum on walls – there are different issues that need to be dealt with. Getting a specialised cleaner for each and every surface in the household can strengthen your home maintenance budget. For this you can get one cleaner that is versatile enough to deal with a wide range of applications – such as with the Nordicare Multi Cleaner