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Young House Love » Giveaways » Fab Freebie: You Clean Up Nice

| By John Petersik | April 12, 2010 | 2,850 Comments

Fab Freebie: You Clean Up Nice

***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries***

Yes, this freebie is about cleaning, but the “nice” part of my post title risks being a major understatement. For instance, would you call this incredible Australian house that we virtually crashed back in February just “nice?”

MerchHume HouseCrash

Of course not. It’s amazing. Which is why we’re excited that those very homeowners are also the geniuses behind the luxurious and superbly eco-friendly cleaning line called Murchison-Hume. Even more excitingly, they’re sending over $250 worth of luxe home-cleaning products to one lucky reader’s casa (feel free to drool, since you’ll soon have something to clean it up with).

MerchHume SixHandSoap

So why do we love Murchison-Hume? Let’s start with the design: vintage apothecary-style bottles that make any countertop photo-shoot ready. Then there’s the eco part. All products are premium organic and are based in the same technology that cleans up oil spills, meaning they’re completely non-toxic. Oh, and of course there’s the fact that they actually work – and smell great (mmm, Australian White Grapefruit). And yes this line (which you can find stateside in Anthropologie and in upscale shelter mags like Elle Decor) is pricier than your average cleaner, but you certainly get what you pay for. Plus, it never hurts to feel a bit fancy when you’re tidying up. In fact they sent some our way and we’ve never felt so elegant while getting our scrub on. There was even some raised pinky action while we went.

MerchHume LaundryGarment

So here are the deets for this week’s giveaway, including all of the loot that our winner’s gonna take home…

  • PRIZE: Murchison-Hume’s “Classic Six” boxed set, full refill set, Luxury Laundry Soak, Original Garment Groom, Hand Soap and their brand new hand cream.
  • TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “KEEP IT CLEAN” and…
  • BONUS QUESTION: … fess up about what you obsessively clean. Are you a frequent hand washer or teeth brusher? Does clutter on your countertop drive you nuts? Do you consider clothes to be dirty even if they’ve barely been worn?
  • GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, April 14th at 8pm EST
  • NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
  • PRIZE SHIPS: Worldwide. That’s right, it’s fair game for everyone.
  • USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday. Good luck!

Find more freebie info on our Giveaway FAQs page. Pics courtesy of Murchison-Hume.

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Comments

  1. jackie kwon says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:36 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN! Can’t stand crumbs on my countertop. I bend over, squint my eyes, and look at my countertop from the side, just to make sure i’ve gotten everything1

    Reply
  2. Lisa A says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:36 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN! The bathroom gets cleaned pretty well everyday. I can’t stand it when the faucets, tile and porcelain doesn’t sparkle.

    Reply
  3. Shayna says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:36 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    I am obsessive about clean clothes. If clothes have touched the floor, even a recently vacuumed floor, they must be washed. The most I will wear any shirt is twice before it must be washed.

    Reply
  4. Denise says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:36 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!
    I’m obsessive about keeping my SS appliances clean. I can’t stand the handprints! Also, the “dog drool” on our front window and glass door where our rottweiler likes to hang out.

    Reply
  5. Kelly says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:36 pm

    Keep it clean! My husband is obsessive about having clean towels — he won’t use one more than twice (wasteful if you ask me!), which means that I have to be obsessive about laundering them.

    Reply
  6. Wehaf says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:36 pm

    I have to keep my computer keyboard clean. Have to. I cannot type on a dirty keyboard; that’s disgusting. Ew!

    Reply
  7. Gina says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:37 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN! I am always decluttering near the door. It never ends!

    Reply
  8. Lauren says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:37 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!!

    I am always doing the dishes and picking up clutter.

    Reply
  9. Christina says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:37 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I am an obsessive hand washer. I am a personal trainer and I wash my hands at least 20 times a day. In my first year as a trainer, I was sick as a dog-which was so weird for me as I was never a sick child/teen. Washing your hands is a great way to ward off sickness.

    Reply
  10. CM says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:37 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN! I have to say that I am neurotic about cleaning out the fridge.

    Reply
  11. Steph says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:37 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I AM a freak about the ugly design of different cleaning products-
    when you look in a cabinet at Old English, Ajax, Method, Windex, Mr. Clean all together, it practically gives me a melt down–CLASH!- I can’t handle it. I do love this packaging. yUP and i am a hand-washer. Are you giving away sequined gloves as well?

    Reply
  12. Nicole P. says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:37 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I obsess about a lot of stuff around the house, but I’d have to say I’m worse when we have company coming over. As I await their arrival, I just walk around the house straightening bedding and curtains, fluffing pillows, re-wiping counters and picking up little pet furs that the vacuum missed. Honestly, I know they don’t care, but for some reason, I do! :)

    Reply
  13. Kate says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:37 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN! I’m not too proud to admit that I LOVE doing laundry!

    Reply
  14. Vanessa says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:37 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I am obsessive about having clean sheets and towels at all times. My husband thinks I’m insane, but nothing grosses me out more than dirty linens.

    Reply
  15. BROOKE says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:37 pm

    Keep it clean! I vacuum obsessively. I can’t stand carpet.

    Reply
  16. Jessica says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:38 pm

    Keep it clean! I’m definitely a hand-washer. With 3 kids, one of whom is a baby, I’m constantly washing my hands. :)

    Reply
  17. Emma says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:38 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    the rest of the house can be falling to bits, but the kitchen has to be clean…

    Reply
  18. Barbara says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:38 pm

    Keep it clean….I have spurts of needing to clean. I really enjoy vacuuming the most!

    Reply
  19. Carrie says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:38 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!
    I wish I obsessed about being clean, I do my best to keep picked up. Maybe winning this would inspire me to OCD. LOL

    Reply
  20. ib73 says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:38 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!! I’m obsessed with cleaning my fridge.

    Reply
  21. LoriD says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:39 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I obsess most about our front entrance/closet. It’s the first thing anyone coming to our home sees and I can’t stand for it to be dirty or cluttered.

    Reply
  22. katie says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:39 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN…. My kitchen sink MUST remain sanitary at all times…wipe downs and sterilizations happen after each use!

    Reply
  23. Kelly says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:39 pm

    Keep it clean!

    So basically I am a filthy slob. Not really- but I don’t worry about cleaning (unless people are coming over). The only thing I cannot stand is to have dirty feet. Maybe I need this giveaway to help push me in a cleaner direction.

    Reply
  24. Sarah says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:39 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    I have to make up the bed every morning as soon as I get up. If I’m sick and stay home from work, I’ll make the bed and then use a throw blanket.

    Reply
  25. Anna says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:39 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    If I obsess about keeping anything clean, it’d be my ears. I know I’m not supposed to Q-tip inside of them, but it feels so good!

    Reply
  26. Lauren says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:40 pm

    Keep it clean!

    I obsess over closets and drawers staying closed. I feel like a room seems twice as messy and cluttered if any closets, cabinets, drawers, etc. are left open.

    Reply
  27. Alison Kelly says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:40 pm

    “KEEP IT CLEAN”

    I will admit that I’m not much of a clean freak. However, if I know someone is coming over, I do the best damn tidy-up work known to mankind!! I HATE when people show up unannounced and our mess in on display.

    Reply
  28. Danielle says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:40 pm

    I don’t obsess over anything really. One thing that annoys me though is when my husband leaves his dirty dishes in the sink rather than put them into the dishwasher.

    Reply
  29. Lauren says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:40 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I am obsessed with oral hygiene, and can’t go to bed without brushing and flossing. And I love the dentist.

    Reply
  30. rachael says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:40 pm

    Keep it Clean!
    Im pretty picky about everything in my house, everything is kept tidy, i hate dust because i have dark furniture so it shows up if theres just a spec! Also a messy kitchen & dirty bathroom floors– i keep it clean! :)

    Reply
  31. laura says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:40 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    To be honest, I’m not an obsessive clean-freak. I think the magnet my aunt got me a few years ago sums it up — “I’m creative, you can’t expect me to be neat too!” But with that, I think that being creative requires having attractive bottles of cleaner, so I’m all for something that might help me to clean more! ;)

    Reply
  32. Nicole B says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:40 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    Reply
  33. erica says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:40 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    My obsession is dishes. In my opinion, they do not belong in the sink, which is merely a quick stop along their journey to the dishwasher. I’m the type of person who does the dishes while I’m cooking, and anything that’s left when I’m done is cleaned and stashed in the dishwasher immediately!

    Reply
  34. Tracy S says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:40 pm

    Keep it Clean!!!

    I come from a family of cleaners. I try to clean over two hours a day. Just small chores to keep our house clean. sweeping floors, cleaning bathrooms. When i start to organize stay out of my way cause i will organize you too! haha! My boyfriend always makes fun of me. I am so organized I can tell when a cup is missing. But I’ll tell you I wouldn’t want it any other way!

    Reply
  35. mere... says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:40 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!…

    i get very frustrated if the refrigerator isn’t clean and organized. that’s probably where i get a little obsessive believing everything has a spot it goes and shouldn’t go anywhere else! but my biggest rule for the kitchen is to never leave dirty dishes out. they immediately go into the dishwasher and if the dishwasher is clean, you empty it instead of putting your dishes in the sink. i’ve never understood why everyone doesn’t believe in this method!

    Reply
  36. Bri says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    Keep it clean!

    It doesn’t seem out of the ordinary to me, but most people call me compulsive when it comes to cleaning in general. I just like to know that I can walk around in my white socks and not get them dirty, is that so compulsive? And my kitchen is almost always “company ready,” i.e. cleared and cleaned counters, clean sink, empty dishwasher etc. It’s just what you do, isn’t it?

    Reply
  37. Jessica W says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    “KEEP IT CLEAN”

    I wouldn’t call myself obsessive about it, but I do love a clean floor.

    Reply
  38. Annie R. says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    keep it clean. clutter on the coffee table drives me crazy!

    Reply
  39. renee says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN
    I love a clean house – top to bottom. Even my drawers and closets are clean. I realize this makes me a nut, but I’m a happy nut!

    Reply
  40. Krystal says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    What am I not obsessively clean about? My hands, my clothes, my shoes (people never believe I bought my bright white Nikes 5 years ago)…let’s just say I’ve practically needed psychiatric help while living with the world’s biggest slob this year (she could live in squalor, I’m sure of it).

    Reply
  41. Arianne says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I have to admit that I’m a bit OCD about the gunk that accumulates in the tiny space around the kitchen faucet. I feel a sense of accomplishment when I’m done (and a bit grossed out)!

    Reply
  42. Kate says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    My entire house can be a wreck, but my closets will be color-coded and my underwear folded. My husband thinks I am crazy, but I like closets and drawers neat!

    Reply
  43. Sarah W. says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I am an obssesive kitchen cleaner. Can’t handle even a crumb on the counter or dish in the sink. It makes me crazy!

    Reply
  44. Brittney says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I will not eat food if the fridge is not spotless. I am constantly purging old food and cleaning the fridge.

    Reply
  45. Alison says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!
    I can’t stand dirty/cluttered counters, they must be clean. I’ve never heard of Murchison-Hume, thanks for the introduction.

    Reply
  46. Amanda Chesser says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!
    I am obsessive about my bedroom and the kitchen. Clutter (which to me is no more than three things on the counter at a time) drives me absolutely nuts!
    <3 Amanda

    Reply
  47. Alyson Stoakley says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN! I wash my hands like crazy…I have two little ones and I am sure I wash them atleast 15 times a day. They are dry as a bone in the winter. I need that hand cream!

    Reply
  48. lauren says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I teach high school English and I have a bookshelf of books kids can check out. They are numbered and I CANNOT STAND IT when they put books back in the wrong place. Seriously. I know y’all can count.

    Reply
  49. MaryGene says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:42 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I’m obsessed with cleaning the bathroom sink/counter before I go to bed. I hate water droplets, hair, whiskers (from the hubby), toothpaste, etc. GROSS.

    Reply
  50. nic says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:42 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    I use hand sanitizer like crazy – don’t want colds and flu!

    Reply
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