Sugar Soap

Fredula

I've just moved into a rented property and it's in need of a little bit of a clean up. General grime in the kitchen which needs a good going over (I read somewhere on here the other day that sugar soap is great for grease and grime). I'm a little nervous about using it as I don't want any paint to come off. Please could you have a check of my little list and let me know if you think it's appropriate to use on it or any alternatives if not/tips.

- Kitchen lino floor + wooden kitchen units, drawers etc
- Garden patio
- On artex (sp) walls around light switches where it's a bit grubby
- PVC wood effect window frames and windows
- Wood beams/stair cases/skirting boards which have paint on from a bad decorating job (none are varnished, they're just dark wood)

Thanks

Alton_Towers

I say yes to all of the above but maybe worth just doing a small test area to see how it comes up.

Seakay

if you are worried about the effects of sugar soap, which can take a thin layer of emulsion off, you can use any cleaner containing ammonia, or for something a little less extreme (always wear gloves when using ammonia and don't breathe it in) you can use combinations of vinegar, bicarb and washing soda.
Search any of these ingredients on the forum for loads of information, or check this site for a few ideas:
http://voices.yahoo.com/home-remedies-remove-sticky-grease-stoves-57038.html

Fredula

Lovely jubbly, thanks!