Brilio.net - Mopping the floor is often a chore that is often avoided. In fact, if you do this, the appearance of the floor of the house will look clean and shiny. Therefore, make sure you mop the floors of your house regularly.
Most people mop the floor using a cloth whose material can absorb water perfectly. Even though it can be cleaned quickly, a mop that is frequently used will become dirty. If you rarely clean it, the appearance of the mop will look dirty. In fact, mops usually smell fishy.
The mop that was already dirty and smelled fishy was finally washed by soaking it in detergent solution. The longer the soaking time, the cleaner the mop will look.
But don't just use detergent, it turns out there are other cleaning agents that can be used to wash dirty and fishy-smelling mops. The method was demonstrated by TikTok user @athienlhea. At the beginning of the video, he shows the appearance of his mop which looks dirty.
photo: TikTok/@athienlhea
How to wash dirty and fishy smelling mops.
Knowing this, he immediately deep cleaned (washed) the mop. Instead of soaking it in a detergent solution, this netizen mixed a special cleaning fluid. Reported by BrilioFood from TikTok @athienlhea on Thursday (7/3), he mixed three kitchen ingredients, namely dishwashing soap, 1 tablespoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of baking soda in a bucket. Finally, pour in the hot water, then stir until completely mixed.
photo: TikTok/@athienlhea
The cleaning fluid mixture is ready and can be used directly to wash the mop. To do this, just dip the mop into the bucket.
photo: TikTok/@athienlhea
Do this process until all the stubborn stains on the mop are completely gone. Then soak the mop until the cleaning mixture is cold. Without needing to scrub or brush, the appearance of the mop immediately looks clean. If this is the case, wring it out and then rinse the mop under running water.
photo: TikTok/@athienlhea
A clean mop can be dried first before using it to mop the floor. Because it is clean, the fishy smell on the mop is gone and nothing remains. If you do this, the mopped floor will be clean and shiny.
Tricks for storing mops so they don't get dirty and smelly.
Here are some tricks for storing mops so they don't get dirty and smelly:
1. Make sure it is clean before storing.
Before storing the mop, make sure that it is clean and completely dry. If stored dirty, unwanted odors can appear more quickly.
2. Use a closed container.
Store the mop in a tightly closed container or storage area. This will help protect the fabric from dust, dirt, and exposure to air that can cause unpleasant odors.
3. Add natural fragrance.
Place natural fresheners such as camphor pieces, dried lime wedges, or herbal tea bags in a mop storage container. This can help keep fabrics fresh and eliminate unwanted odors.
4. Wash regularly.
Even though the mop may not look dirty, it is recommended to wash it periodically according to the recommended maintenance instructions. This will help prevent the buildup of dirt and unwanted odors.
5. Keep away from odor sources.
Avoid storing the mop near sources of strong odors such as chemical cleaning products, or objects that have strong odors. These odors can stick to the mop and cause unwanted odors.
By following the tips above, you can help keep your mop clean and fresh when stored.