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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. Tori says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:11 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!! I obsessively clean my kitchen sink. We are talking about taking a toothbrush to the nooks and crannies daily. I just can’t stand the thought of the dishes that my food touches being in a dirty sink.

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  2. Melle says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:11 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    The clothes hanging in my closet HAVE to be arranged by color starting with white and ending with black!

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  3. Audrey says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:11 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    clutter, clutter, clutter…. it’s the bain of my existence.

    Reply
  4. maria says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:11 pm

    i KEEP IT CLEAN by obsessively bleaching my socks…..have to have white socks!

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  5. Amy says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:11 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    Working in the medical field, I am constantly washing or sanitizing my hands.

    Reply
  6. marymary says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:11 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN.

    I clean my ears slightly more often than is probably normal.

    Reply
  7. Amanda S. says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I’m an elementary teacher, so I am obsessively washing my hands and cleaning desktops!

    Reply
  8. jacqueline says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    Keep it clean!

    My desk at work — a coworker described it as ‘sterile’.

    Reply
  9. Morgan says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN! :)

    I like for everything to be put away and in place, however, I am sure that will have to change soon as I have a baby on the way. Also, I usually clean up the kitchen while I am still cooking.

    Reply
  10. Nikki says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    Keep it clean!
    Absolutely no clutter on the counter tops. I can’t stand having a whole bunch of stuff sitting out if I’m not going to use it every day!

    Reply
  11. nicole says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!
    I’m a little OCD with my Clorox wipes in general…nothing is safe in our house!

    Reply
  12. Summer says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    Well…I’ve been scratching my head over this one for a few minutes now and I can honestly say that there’s not really ANYTHING I’m obsessive about cleaning. Not sure if that’s a good thing or a bad thing! My husband is definitely the borderline-OCD cleaner in the house.

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  13. cassie says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    Keep it Clean!

    I am obsessed with using our Dyson vacuum. I love freshly vacuumed carpet!

    Reply
  14. KEverett says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN….. my kids and I wash our hands everytime we get back in the car after visiting grocery stores, friends homes, etc. It seems to of helped us not bring germs home!

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  15. Angela Y says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    Keep it Clean!
    Wow, this is the perfect freebie for me. I am a “messy person” but I’m obsessive about disinfecting!!! I clean showers, doorknobs, toilets. Clorox is my friend, I’ve discovered that Lysol Kitchen cleanup does the job without bleaching something out… and I DO leave it for the full 10 minutes, if not longer. :) I’m also a nursing student… so sometimes I’m not the most organized. One day when I have time I will be. However, there is NEVER not enough time to disinfect.

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  16. Arlee says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    My husband and I are both pretty tidy, so cleaning isn’t a huge chore. But once a year, I break out the 5 page spring cleaning spreadsheet and give myself 3 months to complete it. I feel so much healthier after that deep clean!

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  17. Amanda Gragg says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN! I obsess over keeping our back patio clean. No leave or tools in sight. I have to have a nice view from our breakfast knook window.

    Reply
  18. Erin T says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!
    Counter clutter drives me nuts too!

    Reply
  19. Amelia says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:13 pm

    Keep it clean! I’m normally not too fussy about cleaning, but I ADORE wiping down the kitchen counters – don’t ask me why, but I’m obsessed.

    Reply
  20. Katy T says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:13 pm

    Keep it clean! :)
    I am obsessive about keeping our kitchen counter clean…a trait I inherited from my mom. I don’t like to go to sleep until everything is put away and the counter is clean.

    Reply
  21. Rachel J says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:13 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I love a clean kitchen and bathroom! Lots of non-toxic-laden scrubbing goes on in my house! Super-pumped about this giveaway, and double-crossing my fingers!

    Reply
  22. Sarah says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:13 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!
    the glass shower door, it’s all about the squeegee!

    Reply
  23. zzipper says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:13 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!
    .. the kitchen sink is my obsession.. keep it clean.. please!

    Reply
  24. Juco says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:13 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I not happy if my coffee table is cluttered. It’s a vintage Heywood Wakefield – I like being able to see it. :)

    Reply
  25. jenny says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:13 pm

    Keep it clean!

    Reply
  26. Mary says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:13 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I’m a nurse and wash my hands 1000000 times at work, it’s makes me a germ freak and wash my hands all the time even when I’m away from work.

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  27. Smitha says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    Reply
  28. Jill says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    I would have to say I am obsessed about washing my hands…having a little one at home I don;t want him to catch anything!

    Reply
  29. Massey says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    Keep It Clean!

    I hope this can inspire us to get some serious spring cleaning done!

    Reply
  30. Catherine says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    Keep it clean!

    I hate clutter!

    Reply
  31. Jenny says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    Keep it clean!

    I obsess over clutter in my email inbox. At home, I’m less particular….

    Reply
  32. Stephanie says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I’m pretty obsessive about the cleanliness of my house! Fortunately it is just me so it doesn’t take too much to keep it clean!

    Reply
  33. Kerri says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    I am obsessive about flossing my teeth!

    Reply
  34. Rachel Anastasio says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    I am trying to keep the inside of my car clean. It is a little hard but at least it is not as overwhelming as my house!

    Reply
  35. Kelley says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I usually am not obsessive about keeping anything super clean…until Spring Cleaning comes and I do the entire house, then I obsess for about a month until it all goes to hell again. :) …life with a 2 year old…

    Reply
  36. Kerry says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    Keep it clean!

    I obsess over the counters and stove in our kitchen. I can’t stand cooking if there’s grease splatters or other messes on the counter or stovetop. A bottle of the Method all surface spray and a Trader Joe’s microfiber cleaning cloth are always nearby.

    Reply
  37. Kristine says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I’m an obsessive teeth-brusher. We go through so much toothpaste in a month!

    Reply
  38. Ruth says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    I am somewhat obsessive about keeping clutter off of any surfaces or trying to keep anything on the floor very organized. I’m also a huge freak about not having any more stuff than we need or really love – I purge everything! Sometimes I regret throwing that piece of paper or shirt out, but most of the time, I’m just glad that it’s not there anymore to clutter our house up. I guess I just like to have a “clean”/uncluttered life!

    Reply
  39. Gretchen says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:15 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN

    I pretty much hate all clutter and I particularly hate any kind of “junk drawer.”

    Reply
  40. Alana says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:15 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I am OCD about any kind of clutter I can see sitting around (i.e. counter tops, tables, or . I am the queen of junk drawers but ask long as I cant see it I am fine!

    Reply
  41. NICOLE says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:15 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I’m one of those crazy teeth people with floss in my purse and expensive dental hygiene gadgets.

    Reply
  42. alissa says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:15 pm

    Keep it Clean!

    I hate dirty dishes in the sink.

    Reply
  43. Kelly says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:15 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    do i have to pick one thing i’m neurotic about cleaning? cause i could make a list… a really, really, reeaaallly long list…

    Reply
  44. Nikki G says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:15 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN!

    I’m OCD about a lot of things, but I think the biggest is closing doors, drawers, etc the WHOLE WAY. With two kids and a husband, all of which who I SWEAR leave doors and drawers open a crack just to drive me nuts.

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  45. katie says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:15 pm

    keep it clean!

    the kitchen has to be clean. the rest of the house can be buried in scum, but the kitchen has to be clean. we *eat* in there, people! =)

    Reply
  46. Melissa M. says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:15 pm

    Keep it clean!

    I am obsessed with having a clean kitchen- I hate clutter in there or anything on the counters.

    Reply
  47. Caitlin says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:15 pm

    Keep it clean!

    Reply
  48. Karrie says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:15 pm

    Keep it clean! oooh, such pretty bottles! I’m not too obsessive about cleaning but if I won this, I might be!

    Reply
  49. Emily says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:15 pm

    Keep it clean!

    I love clean, uncluttered kitchen counters and desks.

    Reply
  50. Sara says

    April 12, 2010 at 3:15 pm

    KEEP IT CLEAN…nothing makes me feel better than doing laundry. Some days,it feels like the only thing over which I have control from start to finish. I just bought a folding board (that’s right – like the ones at Gap!) and am looking forward to dorking out with it one of these nights after a stressful day at work!

    Reply
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