Stardrops The Pink Stuff Household Cleaner, 500g

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The sprays themselves are non-toxic and cruelty-free, with all of Smol’s products Leaping Bunny certified. But, unlike some other natural, non-toxic products, these sprays work just as well as less eco-friendly competitors, delivering a top-notch clean while cutting down on waste and harsh chemicals. Bicarbonate of soda is a safe and easy-to-come-by product, so it’s no wonder that it’s used so much to clean surfaces and items in a home. The Pink Stuff Cleaning Miracle Paste does an adequate job for light-to-medium cleans, such as running shoes and sinks, but it's not 'miraculous' in its removal of heavier stains on ovens or pots and pans. Although, The Pink Stuff did outperform bicarb soda and water for light cleaning.

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Silica, Aqua, Potassium Cocoate, Fatty acids (C16-18), Propylene Glycol, Sodium Carbonate, Titanium-Dioxide, Alkyl Polyglucoside, Alcohols (C12-C14, ethoxylated), Perfume. When buying partner items like this one, your contract of sale will be with our Range Plus Partner instead of us. A tub of this size will see you through many different cleaning exercises, and of course, it can be used during cooking too, so that’s an added bonus.

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For example, if you wanted to clean a chopping board with a bicarbonate of soda paste, here’s what you’d do. Or, you could buy some bicarbonate of soda from leading brands, like that of Dri-Pak or Arm and Hammer. Before testing The Pink Stuff we went about the messy business of creating stains to use the product on. We used coffee, tea, grease and tomato sauce to stain a stainless-steel sink over the course of 12 hours. We also heated up milk and sugar to stain a hob and then allowed milk to burn in a dish for further staining. I applied The Pink Stuff to the glass, using a hefty amount of the product to ensure the whole area received a good covering. I then left it to fester for 15–20 minutes, returning to it with a cloth, which is directed to be used to rub away at the stains. Then I wiped the paste residue off with a clean, wet cloth.

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We’ve rounded up our favourite products that actually get the job done. From oven cleaners and disinfectant wipes to top-rated sponges, these helpful cleaning aids are guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Although, if you plan on doing a lot of cleaning with bicarb you should consider investing in a larger tub, or a more specialised bicarbonate of soda product. The left half of the sink untouched vs the right side after cleaning with The Pink Stuff. Shining up a porcelain kitchen sink I applied a fair amount of The Pink Stuff onto the grotty pan and left it for a good 15 minutes to work its magic. Returning to the task with a green scourer (I wasn't too worried about scratching with this sturdy pan), I scrubbed the pan for a good five minutes before cleaning off the residue with a clean, wet cloth.

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You then leave the paste on the board for a period of time, then clean it off and repeat the process on the other side of the chopping board. Our experts also noted that it cleaned the hob perfectly, leaving “a streak-free shine”. Just be sure to do a small patch test inside the oven before use as The Pink Stuff is mildly abrasive, so it could create small scratches on the surface. Can you use The Pink Stuff on carpets? The gentle cloths are perfect for any surface because they clean effectively, are absorbent and don’t scratch. Use them for wiping down surfaces, cleaning windows or dusting, then wash and use them again and again. All Purpose Spray This cleaning spray from Method is a dream to use around the bathroom. Not only does it cut through limescale and soap build-up, cleaning shower screens, sinks, taps and floors easily, it’s also anti-bacterial, killing 99.9% of bacteria lurking in your bathroom. Unfortunately, I saw very little if any improvement to the pan, despite following this same procedure three more times.

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Stardrops claims it's ideal for removing rust and discolouration from metal surfaces and banishing stubborn marks from hard surfaces. But the list of potential uses is endless, from saucepans to barbecues and tiles.

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You’ll find rust in your kettle, toaster, radiator, bike, taps, or on things that you’ve left outside such as your barbecue and garden furniture. First manufactured and launched in the UK in 2002, The Pink Stuff has garnered a cult following over the years with users consistently rating it highly and singing its praises on social media platforms. The Pink Stuff entered the Australian market only recently, in 2021, and is currently only available to buy online. My builder husband has been renovating our kitchen, which has required the temporary removal of our kitchen sink. While the cream-coloured porcelain of the sink isn't dirty or stained, there was a small accumulation of mildew around the hole where the tap goes and also along the edge, where the unit connects to the wall. Soda crystals and bicarbonate of soda are not the same thing, and you should not mix these two products up, especially when cooking.

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Its unique minty scent is delicate and refreshing, and a welcome break from the usual lemon-scented cleaning products. It’s a little pricier than some other bathroom cleaners, but comes in a large bottle and lasts a long time. The Scrub Daddy’s own smile isn’t just there to cheer you up, though: it’s the ideal shape for cleaning cutlery and utensils, and the spikey hair is great for getting into awkward corners. Not only is the clever “FlexTexture” material entirely scratch-free, too, but its plastic body makes it easy to rinse completely clean, keeping it odour-free and fresh much longer than usual sponges. Touted as an all-round cream cleaner on an array of common household surfaces, The Pink Stuff is a mild abrasive that is supposedly "gentle on surfaces but tough on stains". On opening the lid of the small tub of The Pink Stuff, I was pleasantly surprised by its mild floral scent – there was no harsh cleaning product smell, which was definitely a plus. The paste was also simple to apply, I experienced no skin irritation while using it (although, I was wearing kitchen gloves) and, being pink, it was easy to identify when cleaning off the residue. Whitening muddy runners