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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. Laurie Schwartz says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:17 am

    Keep It Clean.

    I like clean swept hardwood floors!

    Reply
  2. Jennifer says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:18 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    What do I obsessively clean? My son’s face and hands. I even clean them mid-meal and now I have a toddler who doesn’t like his hands dirty. Whoops!

    Reply
  3. Ashley C. says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:19 am

    “KEEP IT CLEAN”

    I’m a frequent duster, so my favorite thing is using compressed air to clean out my computer and keyboard.

    Reply
  4. Heidi says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:20 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN! I am obsessive about keeping counters clean. I cant stand seeing crumbs.

    Reply
  5. lindsey clare says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:20 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    i love love love a clean kitchen floor. and i hate hate hate messy/dirty kitchen tiles.

    Reply
  6. Cherie says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:20 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN I have four cats and a dog so I’m constantly vacuuming to keep the carpets clean

    Reply
  7. Robert says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:22 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN I can be a pretty big slob but thankfully my wife picks up after me. She deserves this.

    Reply
  8. Alex says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:23 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN I’m a fanatic about keeping my shoes clean. I hate mud.

    Reply
  9. Christine says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:23 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    i am obsessed with keeping the kitchen table clear, it’s a hot spot for clutter.

    Reply
  10. Mrs. Crompton says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:25 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN I brush my teeth about 4-5 times a day. Anytime I eat I have to brush, I cant stand the feeling of dirty teeth.

    Reply
  11. abriana says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:26 am

    keep it clean!

    there isn’t much that MUST be clean.. maybe these products will help me?? lol!

    Reply
  12. Tammy says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:26 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I obsessively clean my hands! I am a 4th grade teacher and I feel like whenever I touch something in the classroom, I clean it and my hands.

    Reply
  13. Kate says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:31 am

    Keep it CLEAN!

    It has to be my bed – MUST be made and decluttered every day.

    Reply
  14. Sally says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:33 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I’m constantly sweeping the floor to keep it clean enough for my 7 month old son to crawl on.

    ps Love to see a fellow Aussie realising a dream !!

    Reply
  15. jenna says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:34 am

    Keep it clean!

    I am always doing laundry. I never understood how some friends in college could go weeks or months without laundry, I always had at least 1-2 loads to do a week!

    Reply
  16. Megan says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:35 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN! My husband would say I am slightly obsessed with brushing my teeth and cleaning up clutter all over. Everything needs a home. Especially this awesome gift. I believe I have a great little place for it! :-)

    Reply
  17. Jenet says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:35 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    I obsessively clean in general but one thing I can’t get away with is washing my hands with soap, regardless of the situation. I cannot wash my hands with just water which makes them really dry when I constantly have to wash my hands after playing with / feeding / petting my two puppies!

    Reply
  18. Dawn Martinello says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:37 am

    “KEEP IT CLEAN”. I obsess over my manicured bed.

    Reply
  19. Cait says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:38 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN! I’m mopping my floors like every other day I swear.

    Reply
  20. Cara says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:39 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!!!

    I wish I was a compulsive cleaner…but I’m the opposite and unfortunately quite messy. I do enjoy when things are clutter-free, though!

    Reply
  21. Krista says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:40 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!
    My boyfriend is the obsessive/compulsive cleaner in our household. Me, I just like things to be clutter free!

    Reply
  22. Condo Blues says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:40 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    I’m all about cleaning the kitchen counters. I’m a messy cook but at least my counter tops are clean!

    Reply
  23. shannon svalen says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:43 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I need to have my kitchen counters and sink clear of clutter and clean :)

    Reply
  24. Chris says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:47 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    I hate having dishes in my sink! Nothing makes me happier than an empty, clean kitchen sink!

    Reply
  25. Krista says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:50 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN! The kitchen sink, drives me crazy if it is dirty even though I have two toddlers and not alot of time, I will clean it no matter what!

    Reply
  26. claire says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:50 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    i wash the stove top all the time. hate the mess on a white stove tope

    Reply
  27. soo says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:52 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I like the floor of my kids’ room completely toy, clothes, and clutter free.

    Reply
  28. Kellie says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:55 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN !

    I got a new vacuum cleaner and now im obsessed with vacuuming the carpets!

    Reply
  29. Kelly Strine says

    April 13, 2010 at 12:59 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!!

    I constantly wash my hands, so this would be perfect!

    Reply
  30. mel says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:00 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN. I am an organization freak and have a place for every little thing. Clutter=crazy person doing crazy things.

    Reply
  31. Leslie says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:06 am

    keep it clean…

    what is it about cleaning with things in pretty labels, that makes it not feel like cleaning… oh and sorry my obsessive compulsive behavior..
    dusting. I cannot handle dust bunnies. Not at all.

    Reply
  32. Anne says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:06 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!!!

    My kitchen counters have to be clean & clear of clutter. I whipe them numerous times a day – and try to combat my husband’s habit of piling things there all the time

    Reply
  33. Leslie says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:07 am

    oh and sorry my obsessive compulsive behavior..
    dusting. I cannot handle dust bunnies. Not at all.

    Reply
  34. Marissa Garr says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:11 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    The thing I love to obsessively keep clean is counters and tables. I weirdly love wiping things down haha.

    Reply
  35. Jo says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:13 am

    KeEp iT ClEaN!!

    In my handbag is a handbag-sized applicator of Sard Wonder Soap for fixing stains on-the-go. Seriously.

    Reply
  36. Lori says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:16 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN…
    The bathroom sink and kitchen counter top…two places that gross me out if they aren’t clean!

    Reply
  37. Kristin says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:28 am

    Keep it clean! Have I mentioned how much I love my new vacuum? I really do, and I’m not afraid to say it!

    Reply
  38. Sarah says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:30 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    Actually, I’m really bad at doing so…maybe these will help. ;)

    Reply
  39. Kelly says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:31 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    Ooh, I have loved the home of the owners of Murchison-Hume ever since I first saw it featured on another site — I loved your “tour” too!

    I am obsessive about teeth-brushing, and about cleaning sinks and surfaces. I also like clean floors, but I hate to mop!

    Reply
  40. K (BarkingBabyMama) says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:34 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I’m a neat-freak, but loose papers like receipts, bills, random mail, drive me totally crazy.

    Reply
  41. KS says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:35 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I am pretty OCD about a clean organized home. I’m a sweep the floor on my hands & knees kind of person. Than I like to clean the floors on my hands and knees also, and get the baseboards. I’m so glad that i have only a 1200 SQ FT home!

    Reply
  42. Nicole says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:36 am

    Keep it clean!

    I’m not obsessive, but I can’t stand dirty dishes :( they drive me crazy..

    Reply
  43. Susan says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:36 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I despise a dirty kitchen floor. I have a black and white tile design that shows everything. I clean it 3 times a day sometimes. Sweep and wipe w/ towels between mopping.

    Reply
  44. Erin says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:39 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I am an obsessive hand washer. If my hands are sticky/dirty, I will be in the worst mood ever until I can wash my hands. Same goes with my hands being dry, I’m a lotion junkie too.

    Reply
  45. Kelly S. says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:40 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN!…

    I feel as though I’m forever cleaning off my kitchen island. With 2 young kids, it collects trinkets, rocks, crayons, school papers, etc. etc. and just the general crumbs and mess of many peanut butter & honey sandwiches. It’s a daily trial!

    Reply
  46. Renae says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:49 am

    Keep it clean, its the kitchen countertops in my house…scrub em down every day. But those fancy cleaners would have me scrubbing everything down :)

    Reply
  47. bethany G says

    April 13, 2010 at 1:50 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    I am not obsessively clean about anything. Although I HATE dirty carpets and rugs. Wait, no, hold on – I don’t HATE them, but I LOVE the difference a good vacuuming makes. So I guess I even like dirty carpets, because they make me feel so great when I clean them up!

    Reply
  48. Jules says

    April 13, 2010 at 2:04 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN! I’m a hands washed constantly gal. The kids always are hearing me say “did you wash your hands?” as soon as they walk in the door from school and at all other times of the day once they’re home. Don’t like the feel of sticky hands or bodies!

    Reply
  49. Nolwenn says

    April 13, 2010 at 2:07 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN! I am obsessive with washing my hands (always with soap!), between the moment I get up and I go to work (30 minutes), I always manage to wash my hands at least 4-5 times… and it goes on like that all day long!

    Reply
  50. LoriSF says

    April 13, 2010 at 2:08 am

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    My hardwood floors always have to be clean. I hate seeing crumbs or dustbunnies on them.

    Reply
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