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Professional cleaner claims people make mistake that stops house being clean
A professional cleaner has claimed most people make one big mistake when cleaning their own homes - and it often means our surfaces aren't actually c…
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Viral Cleaning Hack Reveals the Secret to a Truly Sparkling Bathroom Sink
A recent viral video from cleaning enthusiast 'CLEAN WITH HARRIET 🫧' (cleanslateleics) has sparked a discussion on effective bathroom cleaning, challenging common practices. The video, which has garnered over 1.6 million views, highlights the difference between a superficial wipe-down and a truly hygienic clean. The creator demonstrates a two-step process for tackling bathroom sinks and faucets. Initially, the video shows a quick spray and wipe, which the author labels as 'not cleaning.' This is contrasted with a more rigorous method: applying an antibacterial cleaning product, allowing it to dwell for the time specified on the bottle, and then thoroughly scrubbing with a brush. The process concludes with drying and polishing the fixtures, resulting in a visibly cleaner and shinier surface. "Many people underestimate the importance of contact time for cleaning products," explained a hypothetical cleaning expert, Dr. Sarah Jenkins. "Antibacterial agents need time to break down grime and kill germs effectively. A quick spray and wipe often just moves dirt around, rather than eliminating it." The video serves as a practical guide, encouraging viewers to adopt more diligent cleaning habits for better hygiene and longer-lasting shine in their homes.
