What's the difference between a regular clean and a deep clean?

A regular clean maintains a tidy home — it covers everyday surfaces, floors, and fixtures. A deep clean goes much further: behind appliances, inside windows, skirting boards, limescale removal, and a thorough bathroom and kitchen scrub. Most clients start with a deep clean and then move to regular maintenance.

How often should I book a regular clean?

That depends on your household. Families with children or pets often prefer weekly visits. Couples or single occupants typically find fortnightly or monthly works well. We're flexible and will work around whatever suits you best.

Does your end of tenancy clean guarantee my deposit back?

We are confident in our standards and clean to a professional level that satisfies landlord and letting agent expectations across Ayrshire and South Glasgow. If your landlord raises a cleaning issue after our visit, we will return and re-clean the relevant areas free of charge.

Do you bring your own equipment and products?

Yes — we bring everything. All our products are eco-friendly and safe for children and pets. You don't need to provide anything.

Are your staff vetted and insured?

Absolutely. All Couthy Clean staff are PVG checked and we carry full Public and Employers' Liability insurance. You can open your door with complete confidence.

Do you serve areas outside Ayrshire?

Yes. We also cover East Renfrewshire (Newton Mearns, Giffnock, Clarkston) and South Glasgow (Busby, Eaglesham and surrounding areas). Not sure if we cover your postcode? Just get in touch and we'll let you know.

Do you offer move in and move out cleaning?

Yes. Our end of tenancy cleaning service covers both move out cleans for tenants and move in cleans for those starting fresh in a new property. We clean everything top to bottom including oven, fridge, inside cabinets and walls.

10 Deep Cleaning Hacks Using Just 4 Ingredients

You don’t need a cupboard full of specialist sprays to get a proper deep clean. Four cheap, natural ingredients — white vinegar, bicarbonate of soda, lemon and castile soap — handle almost everything from limescale to grease, without the chemical smell or the cost.

Here are ten hacks we genuinely use, built around those four staples.

The Kit You Need

Ingredient	Cost (approx.)	Best For
White vinegar	£1–£2/litre	Limescale, glass, mineral deposits
Bicarbonate of soda	£1–£2	Scrubbing, deodorising, grease
Lemon	£0.30–£0.50 each	Cutting boards, brass, natural bleach effect
Castile soap	£5–£8/bottle (lasts months)	General surfaces, floors

A basic spray bottle, microfibre cloths and an old toothbrush cover the rest.

1. Descale the Kettle and Taps

Fill the kettle half with water, half with white vinegar, boil, then leave for 20 minutes and rinse. For taps, soak a cloth in vinegar and wrap it around the fixture for 15 minutes before wiping.

2. Unblock and Freshen Drains

Pour half a cup of bicarbonate of soda down the drain, follow with a cup of white vinegar, leave for 10 minutes, then flush with boiling water. It won’t shift a solid blockage, but it clears slow drains and neutralises odours.

3. Scrub Oven Grime Without the Fumes

Make a paste of bicarbonate of soda and a little water, spread it over the oven interior (avoiding heating elements), leave overnight, then wipe out and finish with a vinegar spray to lift any residue.

4. Streak-Free Windows and Mirrors

Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Spray, then wipe with a microfibre cloth or scrunched newspaper — no streaks, no residue.

5. Refresh a Mattress

Sprinkle bicarbonate of soda liberally over the mattress, leave for at least an hour (longer if it’s had a while since its last clean), then vacuum thoroughly. It lifts odours and a surprising amount of dust.

6. Deep Clean Grout

Make a thick paste of bicarbonate of soda and water, apply with an old toothbrush, leave for 10 minutes, then scrub and rinse. For stubborn mould, a light vinegar spray afterwards helps finish the job.

7. Disinfect Chopping Boards Naturally

Cut a lemon in half, sprinkle coarse salt or bicarbonate of soda over the board, and scrub with the cut side of the lemon. It lifts stains and neutralises odours without bleach.

8. Clean and Shine Stainless Steel

A cloth dampened with white vinegar removes fingerprints and water spots; buff dry with a microfibre cloth for a streak-free shine.

9. Freshen Carpets and Upholstery

Sprinkle bicarbonate of soda over carpets or fabric sofas, leave for 15–20 minutes, then vacuum. Great before guests arrive or after pets have been on the furniture.

10. All-Purpose Surface Spray

Mix a few drops of castile soap with warm water in a spray bottle for a gentle, effective all-purpose cleaner safe for most sealed surfaces, including worktops and cupboard fronts.

Where DIY Hacks Reach Their Limit

These hacks are genuinely effective for regular upkeep and light-to-moderate grime — but a true deep clean (behind appliances, ingrained grease, limescale that’s built up over years) needs more time and the right equipment than most people have on a Saturday. That’s exactly what our Deep Cleaning service is for — it’s our most-booked service for a reason.

FAQ

Is vinegar safe on all surfaces? No — avoid it on natural stone (marble, granite, limestone) as the acidity can etch the surface, and on some hardwood floor finishes.

Can I mix vinegar and bicarbonate of soda together? You can, but they neutralise each other into mostly water and carbon dioxide, so use them as separate steps for best results, not combined in one spray.

How often should I do a full deep clean? Most households benefit from a proper deep clean every 3–6 months, with a lighter weekly routine in between.

Are natural cleaning products actually as effective as shop-bought ones? For most household grime, yes — vinegar and bicarbonate of soda outperform many all-purpose sprays on limescale and grease specifically. For disinfecting against viruses, you’ll still want a proper disinfectant.

Ready for a Proper Deep Clean?

If your home needs more than a weekend of scrubbing, get a free quote for our eco-friendly Deep Cleaning service — we bring our own supplies, so you don’t lift a finger.