We all know floor surfaces are a bit downtrodden - they're always being walked all over by everyone. Dirty shoes or pets can bring bacteria and germs from the outside in, so it's vital that floor surfaces are not only cleaned but disinfected correctly.

How to clean hard floors

You might not think cupboard doors would be the dirtiest of places, but those handles and edges can be a secret breeding ground for bacteria - especially if these areas have come into contact with mucky food fingers.

When it comes to the kitchen, sinks do a lot of the dirty work. Cleaning cups and dishes, washing food and vegetables, even soaking soiled sports kit - it's all going on in here. So it's really important to disinfect as well as keeping the area clean.

How to clean your sink

The bin takes most of the punishment in daily kitchen life, and breeding bacteria from food waste can quickly start to make things smell bad. 

If clean is a battle, your worktops are the battleground. Take the fight to germs and keep your worktops clean and germ-free.

Getting your five-a-day does have its downsides, not least when the straggly bits of fruit and veg are left slightly too long in the fridge, kicking up a stink.

Bacteria LOVE dishcloths and sponges, more than you might think. The items you use for cleaning are actually perfect breeding grounds themselves for nasty bugs, and if you don't disinfect them regularly, you can spread these germs around the kitchen.

How to clean cloths and sponges

Like cupboard door handles, taps see a lot of dirty hands in an average day, especially
when they're being used during food prep. This makes them a popular spot for bacteria to hide, so make sure to disinfect all parts of the tap regularly.