I swear by a £1 household hero to banish stubborn stains in EVERY room of your home – it's so satisfying in your kitchen
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IF you're a lazy girl that can't stand cleaning, you've come to the right place.
With many of us constantly faced with to-do-lists as long as our forearms, if you're on a mission to get your home sparkling but with barely any faff involved, then we've got you covered.
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If you're looking for cleaning products that will ensure you really get your money's worth, you've come to the right place
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Here, Abby Wilson tests a miracle paste from Astonish and her house has never been cleaner...
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There's nothing worse than having to spend your whole Sunday morning scrubbing, but luckily for you, there's a new household hero buy that takes the effort out of those dreaded chores.
And not only is there barely any effort involved thanks to this purse-friendly buy, but it also works incredibly fast too.
With the hugely popular Astonish Original Cleaning Paste, in just 60 seconds - yes, you heard that correctly - your surfaces will gleam.
You can use it in every room in your home - whether that's on your kitchen sink, your shower, or even your radiators.
Not only this, but this ultimate all-purpose cleaner, which has a vegan, cruelty-free cleaning formula for 'endless uses' can also work miracles on filthy ovens or even grim BBQs too.
Here, I, Abby Wilson, test out the viral product - which I used for just one minute on each surface - and you'll be shocked to see the rust vanish in my bathroom.
For those on a budget, you'll be pleased to know that it's available in many major retailers, including Asda, Morrisons, The Range, Iceland and Wilko, from just £1.
It's been described by many influencers as 'the best' cleaning product on the market, as it cuts through grease, grime and stubborn stains with ease, all without harsh chemicals.
Not only is it ideal for everything from enamel and grouting to glass and steel, but after my quick test, it's now a must-have in my cleaning arsenal.
So if you don't want to splash the cash on 10 different cleaning products, you'll need to check out this multi-use buy.
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Giving pans a proper clean
If your pans have seen better days, this Astonish buy is bound to be your new best pal.
My Ninja frying pan is an absolute favourite of mine and despite not having it for very long, it's definitely showing its use.
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This pan was in need of some TLC
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Now it looks brand new (minus the scratches)
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Of course I always give my frying pan a good scrub after using it, but I only recently noticed that the underneath of the pan was looking pretty tragic.
In less than one minute, I was absolutely gobsmacked at the paste's ability to totally eradicate the pan's mess.
It now looks brand new and there was barely any effort involved.
Removing rust
As well as scrubbing up my pans, this paste also worked a treat in my bathroom.
I've tried to scrub at my shelving unit on numerous occasions, but the rust just doesn't seem to budge.
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The rust on Abby's bathroom shelves was proving an issue
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But now it's totally vanished
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It's gross (I know), but thanks to this cheap buy, the rust literally slid off in a matter of seconds.
It's not like me to be left speechless, but for once, I was totally lost for words.
So if you've noticed rust anywhere in your home, you'll need to give this a try - and trust me, it really does produce jaw-dropping results.
Shower shine
Whilst in my bathroom, I'm not afraid to admit, I can't remember the last time I cleaned my shower.
Yes that's probably something I should keep to myself, but after I've spent ages washing my hair and shaving my legs, the last thing I want to do is get my gloves on and start scrubbing.
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The shower was also looking quite grubby
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But after less than 60 seconds, it's gleaming
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But thanks to this miracle paste, all of the hard work and effort is now not a problem.
I assumed that my shower's slightly matte appearance was normal, but after literally 10 seconds of using this cheap product, I immediately saw a gloss that I haven't seen for a while.
It also worked its magic on the shower head, which was previously covered in water marks - and now, it's so shiny I can see my reflection.
Cleaning and household chores in numbers
Well Polished conducted a survey and the results are in!
Most Hated Household Chores Cleaning the oven - 34%
Ironing - 15%
Cleaning the toilet - 10%
Washing the dishes - 5%
Decluttering - 4%
Most Liked Household Chores Cooking meals - 21%
Decluttering - 12%
Hoovering - 11%
Doing the laundry - 9%
Tending to pets 8%
Men VS Women: Who Puts the Work In?
Men spend 7 hours 54 minutes a week cleaning.
Women spend 12 hours 15 minutes a week cleaning.
Sparkling sink
Another cleaning job I absolutely can't stand is cleaning my bathroom sink.
It's something that shouldn't take that long, but I always find incredibly tedious.
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Meanwhile, the build-up of grime on her bathroom sink was also pretty grim
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Thanks to this paste, it's sparkling
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So if your sink is covered in toothpaste marks like mine, fear not, this handy paste is one you'll need to try.
It was one of the quickest things to clean in this test, and now, my sink is incredibly shiny.
The dreaded toothbrush rim is nowhere to be seen and I have to say, I don't think I've seen my sink this clean for a while…
Stained surfaces
Not only does this paste work wonders in bathrooms, but it's great in the bedroom too.
If your bedside tables have seen better days, this paste is one you'll need to add to your shopping list.
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The marks on this bedside table wouldn't budge
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But the paste worked wonders with barely any scrubbing involved
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I always thought the marks on my white table were stuck there for good, after using countless sprays and wipes in an attempt to get them off.
But it turns out I didn't need to break the bank on posh cleaning supplies, as after using this paste, the table is now whiter than ever.
Not only this, but it's left a subtle, but fresh scent to my room too - what a win win!
Run to your radiator
I'm admitting it here now, I have NEVER cleaned my radiator before.
It's not a job that was ever at the top of my list and quite frankly, I didn't realise what a state it was until I got down and had a closer look.
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The radiator was in dire need of cleaning
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The grime has totally vanished
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I can't say I'm totally sure what the stain actually was, but thankfully, after literally 20 seconds, it was gone.
Despite the mess never bothering me before, thankfully, now it looks brand new.
Wave goodbye to water marks
Now, although I don't look like I clean a lot (because I don't), my kitchen sink is something I never miss.
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Water marks are often found on kitchen sinks
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But now, this is so shiny you can almost see your reflection
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It gets wiped down at the end of every evening before I go to sleep, but after doing the washing up recently, I noticed the water marks looked worse than ever.
I normally use a multi-purpose spray to get my sink shining, but thanks to this paste, the cleaning game has been totally changed.
Despite taking barely any time at all, my sink has now had the deepest clean of its life - and is sure to leave my guests gushing.
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