***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?”
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).
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.
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.
Adrianne says
KEEP IT CLEAN! and clutter-free!
Andrea says
“KEEP IT CLEAN”
LOVE to deep clean the kitchen. Organize the pantry, wipe out the shelves in the fridge, etc.
Kate Watt says
Keep it clean : )
I have to admit it, my obsession is constantly washing clothes on hot. Even if I have something on for an hour, into the laundry bin it goes. I’m trying to be better, water conservation and all.
Stephanie says
Keep it Clean!
I can’t stand clutter. I whisk away papers, books and other random stuff into baskets, drawers and closets. Then of course those get messy, but at least the spaces guests see are clean and clutter-free!
Jen says
Keep it clean!
I am obsessed (yes, obsessed!) with OxyClean. I use it to soak everything from kitchen towels to my husband’s dress shirts (no more rings around *anything*). As an added bonus, my wedding set is always so sparkly after I do the laundry. I recently discovered that OxyClean will also take stains out of china, but I really should have figured that one out on my own as I have been known to OxyClean my plastic cutting boards. Of course the Murchison-Hume Luxury Laundry Soak caught my eye. I’d love to try a soak-off! Like I said, obsessed.
May says
Keep It Clean!
I definitely love keeping the bathroom tidy. It’s the only decorated room in the house so far– so every bit counts! And to a previous commenter– Anthropologie has great colorful patterned bath mats!
Claire says
Keep it clean!
I am not obsessive about cleaning. I’ve been a slob my whole life, which is why I need a little inspiration this spring in the form of fancy-pants cleaning products.
JoDi says
KEEP IT CLEAN!
I hate clutter on the kitchen counter so that’s probably the most frequently cleaned spot in the house!
T Sirrat says
KEEP IT CLEAN. The walls. I have 3 little artists who love to leave their mark.
YouCanCallMePeaches says
KEEP IT CLEAN!
I am constantly tidying up our home. I try and clean the kitchen after ever use…but I’ve been slacking lately. There’s nothing like walking into a clean, no-dishes-in-the-sink-or-on-the-stove, kitchen – It’s just so peaceful and calming for me. I think I’m going to go home and wash some dishes.
Janna says
Keep it clean!
My room has to be clean and clutter free- I make my bed as soon as I wake up. When you have a crazy day it’s nice to know you can at least retreat to one room to recharge.
Jamie says
KEEP IT CLEAN!
i love this give away
Lacy says
Keep it clean!
Honestly, the only thing I obsess about keeping clean is my classroom. My students leave it so messy! My home, on the other hand, is another story!
julie swanson says
Keep it clean……I’m a nurse so I’m constantly washing my hands!
Sabrina says
KEEP IT CLEAN
I obsessively vacuum my hardwood floors multiple times a day thanks to a shedding dog.
Megan says
KEEP IT CLEAN!
I hate it when the floor has anything on it that shouldn’t be there…towels, clothes, shoes, dust…so I pick it up immediately and put it in it’s rightful place.
Allison K. says
“KEEP IT CLEAN!”
I’m obsessed with keeping my kitchen counters clean!
Tuyet says
Keep it clean!
Clutter is my enemy, so once the house is a mess, we clean. After every clean, I feel so much better!
Kristin says
Keep it clean!
I love having clean bathrooms- especially the floors and mirrors. I feel better about having guests over when I know my bathrooms are shimmering and spotless!
Gemma Bonham-Carter says
KEEP IT CLEAN!!
I’m a bit of a clutter-freak. Everything needs to be tidy, tidy, tidy. However, I can blame it on genetics as my Mum is just the same!
krakatoa says
KEEP IT CLEAN! I’m neat but the house is covered in dust and pollen. Spring cleaning, round 2.
Rebecca C. says
KEEP IT CLEAN!
For me the bathroom can never be clean enough!
tricia says
Keep it clean! i can handle dirt but dear lord spare me from clutter.
Heather says
KEEP IT CLEAN
The only cleaning thing I obsess about is the floors. We have a no shoe policy in our house, but two dogs and no carpeting. I hate when you can feel the dirt on the floor with bare feet. As a result I sweep a few times a week and mop once.
Jen says
Keep it clean!
Dirty floors…I love keeping my hardwood floors clean :)
Callie Callender says
KEEP IT CLEAN!!! My desk needs to be clutter free so I know what needs done and can get it done!
Katie says
KEEP IT CLEAN! I’m obsessed with keeping my kitchen sink shining. I scrub it down at least once a day and then dry it out with a towel to make it shiny. :)
Meg Lyttle says
KEEP IT CLEAN!
I think the thing I clean the most or obsess over, are the sinks in the house. I hate dirty sinks!! It’s just gross! But right now, our whole house is pretty clean, all the time, as it’s for sale!!!
:)
jen says
“KEEP IT CLEAN”
i’m not really too much of a clean freak, i’m more of an organizational freak. i hate having things on the floor including my significant other’s dirty clothes!!!
Leigh says
KEEP IT CLEAN
Bathroom counters–otherwise life is just disgusting.
Crystal G. says
Keep it clean! I use hand sanitizer like it’s going out of style…
Abby says
KEEP IT CLEAN!
I CANNOT STAND clutter! When the house is tidy and everything is put in its correct place, it makes my day better all around!
Rose says
Keep it clean…
I’m squeamish about some forms of dirt and clutter, and strangely unaffected by others. I wish the bathroom would stay cleaner for longer. Seems like I’m forever touching it up between real cleanings!
Megan says
KEEP IT CLEAN!
I’m an epidemiologist, so I’m a fanatic about food safety. Everything that touches raw meat goes into the dishwasher immediately, and I scrub under my nails with a nailbrush. At the grocery store, I use a little plastic bag glove to touch and pick up meat packages. All that fanaticism leaves me little time to clean the bathrooms, unfortunately. :)
Shan says
KEEP IT CLEAN!
I have a thing for keeping closets and drawers organized. There may be clothing on the floor, but the junk drawer is always organized!
Megan says
KEEP IT CLEAN
My thing is dirty dishes. I hate leaving them in the sink. They must go in the dishwasher! Thank goodness for diswashers.
daniele says
Keep it Clean! I’m not a clean freak but definitely a clutter-free freak! Nice neat piles surrounded by dust!
Amy M says
KEEP IT CLEAN! I am probably most anal about keeping the kitchen counters clean. I love to cook and am not inspired when the couters are dirty!
Melissa says
“Keep It Clean” I obsessively clean my kitchen counters & bathroom counters…I am truly obsessed!
Rosie says
Keep it Clean!
I can’t stand it when my kitchen counters are dirty…
DeAnna says
Keep it clean :)
As long as the kitchen stays as clean as possible, I can stay sane about the rest of the house. :)
Wendy says
Keep it clean!
I took a day of vacation yesterday to clean our new home’s kitchen and bathroom floors and cabinets…. and now I’m sore from scrubbing!
Lisa says
Keep it clean :) I keep my dog, also a chichi, clean. She sleeps in bed with us and she can’t stink!
Christine says
KEEP IT CLEAN!
I am pretty obsessed about keeping our fridge neat and tidy – despite the rest of the house being fairly cluttered. I hate the thought of rotting food or gooey/ickiness dwelling in there!
Mary Beth says
Keep it clean…definitely anal when it comes to cleaning – will not even try to deny it – really hate a dirty car…probably because my commute is 1 1/2 hours. Who really wants to sit in a confined MESSY/DIRTY space for that long??
Paula S. says
KEEP IT CLEAN
I am certainly a hand washer. I just wish I had the time (and DH help)to keep our home as clean and uncluttered as I would like it!
Thanks for the chance – and your awesome site!
Jamie says
Keep it clean!
Since my daughter started crawling, I’ve been keeping our floors spotless. Any little bit of schmutz down there ends up in her little hands and then in her mouth – ick!
Kathryn D says
KEEP IT CLEAN! I religously disinfect door knobs and the woodwork around it. Especially the white doors thoughout our home. There’s nothing worse than spotting smudgy stains on a door. It’s a place often overlooked by the tidiest cleaners, but “must” for my weekly chores.
Kenny says
KEEP IT CLEAN!
I hope it isn’t out of place for a man to be writing in, but my wife loves this blog, and I am quickly getting hooked! I have to admit that I have a guilty obsession with things being clean in the house. I get home slightly after my wife does in the evenings. Right when I walk in the door, I can see her on her computer, undoubtedly looking at YHL. It has become routine, or I guess obsession, to give her a little time with what she enjoys while I clean up after our furry daughter Gracie Mae. She’s our dog and love to get dirty and play, so cleaning up after her is my constant joy!
Kami says
Keep it Clean!!!
Always wiping down baseboards. Dirty ones drive me nuts!