‘It’s raining, it’s pouring’! We’re in for a treat as this is the season the UAE residents witness glorious yet sporadic rainfall, and while it makes the weather cooler and outdoor activities more joyful, it also means a lot of grime and germs coming into your home and in its vicinity when you live in a desert. MPLUS+ brings you 5 top tips to keep your home sparkly clean and splash-free!

• Keeping up with the car

When the rain comes, the roads inevitably flood. And if you’ve got a sloped parking lot or garage, take care to ensure that your vehicle is in a safe driving condition. Tyres that work well in dry conditions may not work on the winter water-logged roads. Make sure the treads of the tyres are at least 3-4 mm deep. Anything less and your car could skid.

• Beware of sloppy shoes

In weather like this, sometimes all you can think of is getting home and getting cosy under a blanket. Watch out for the mud and dirt that you, and your family and guests, might track into the house in a hurry! Keep door mats ready and why not have a small shoe rack near your front door where people can safely and cleanly store their shoes when they are inside your lovely home?

• Keep the furniture dry

Rainwater is sneaky! It can ooze in through tiny cracks and spoil your wooden furniture or flooring by ruining the shape and quality of the wood. Try to keep your wooden furniture for indoor use or make sure to varnish key pieces of furniture or hardwood floors with ideal wax or polish in order to protect them from moisture and damage. Another option is to get covers for outdoor furniture. Stay dry and stay healthy!

• Shockproof your electrical fittings

Wires can catch fire! And rhymes won’t put them out. Make sure any electrical switches and cables on your porch or balcony are kept dry or covered to stop moisture and rainwater from seeping in. This will also reduce the possibility of unwanted electric shocks when you least expect it.

• Freshen up the paint

Years of exposure to the harsh desert sun rays and the annual downpours can make the exterior of your home dull, stained and possibly, cracked. Regularly touching up the paintjob, at least once in five years, can keep your house looking trim and in top shape. Fresh layers of paints are also helpful in preventing severe exterior damage by the elements.