At Poppies Cleaning Service, we’ve cleaned thousands of homes over the years. From pristine showrooms to lively family homes, we’ve seen every type of space — and every kind of mess. But no matter how clean a house may look on the surface, there’s one thing we never skip.
It’s not the floors. Not the kitchen worktops. And not even the bathroom.
It’s the little things you touch every day without even realising.
The Overlooked Spots Most People Forget
Every experienced domestic cleaning service knows that true cleanliness is in the details. And the areas most commonly missed are:
Light switches
Door handles
Bannisters and stair rails
Cupboard knobs
Appliance buttons and dials
TV remotes
These spots don’t look dirty, which is why they’re often overlooked — but they’re some of the germiest places in your home.
Why These Tiny Details Matter in a Cleaning Routine
Think about how often these high-touch surfaces are used throughout the day:
You wash your hands… then touch the bathroom handle.
You walk in from work… and flick on the hallway light.
You’re cooking… and adjust the oven or grab a cupboard knob.
You do it without thinking — and probably without cleaning.
As a professional cleaning service, we understand how bacteria, oils, fingerprints, and dust quietly build up in these areas. Over time, they can become breeding grounds for germs and allergens, especially in busy households with children, pets, or frequent guests.
Why You Should Clean Them — Even If Your Home Looks Spotless
These spots may be small, but they have a big impact on how fresh your home feels. If you’re only wiping down visible surfaces, you’re missing where the real transfer of bacteria happens — and where grime quietly dulls your space.
This is particularly important if you:
Have a family with young children
Live with elderly or immunocompromised relatives
Are hosting guests or letting out an Airbnb
Want a healthier, more hygienic environment day to day
At Poppies Cleaning Service, we make sure these are always included in your clean — because we know just how often they’re used and how easily they’re forgotten.
How to Keep High-Touch Areas Clean
If you’re between professional visits or doing a quick tidy-up:
Use a soft microfibre cloth to gently remove dust and fingerprints
Follow up with a gentle disinfectant spray or diluted white vinegar
Use cotton buds to reach tricky edges on remotes or appliance dials
It takes just a few seconds per item — but the difference it makes to hygiene and freshness is significant.
Why We Never Skip It — And Neither Should You
These aren’t just ‘extras’ — they’re essential. At Poppies, we go beyond surface-level tidying. Our experienced teams offer more than just a domestic cleaning service — we bring attention to detail, reliability, and the peace of mind that comes with knowing your home is truly clean.
Whether you book a regular professional cleaning service, a spring deep clean, or a one-off visit, you can rest easy knowing we never cut corners. Especially on the corners you touch every single day.
🧽 Ready for a Clean That Covers It All?
Let the team at Poppies Cleaning Service help you enjoy a truly clean home — not just the parts people can see, but the parts you feel, touch, and live in every day.
✨ Trusted UK-wide since 1980
✨ Friendly, reliable, fully trained professionals
✨ Tailored domestic cleaning services for busy households
Let us take care of the details, so you can focus on what matters.
