Brilio.net - Water crust is often found in damp areas of the house. Starting from the bathroom floor, kitchen sink, to the floor of the house. Yup, the floor of the house can also look dirty if it has been exposed to water crust.
Basically, there are many causes for the appearance of water crust on the floor of the house. One of them is due to leaks in a number of pieces of furniture, such as dispensers. Without realizing it, the area around the leaking dispenser often becomes exposed to water droplets.
This water scale problem from the dispenser was experienced by a woman named Dian. Through the Instagram account @diidii_winfleur, this woman complained about the condition of her floor which was full of water crust . Well, the white water crust is even more visible because the floor of the house is made of matte ceramic which tends to be dark in color.
"Yesterday my dispenser leaked and in the end I couldn't use it again because I couldn't pull it out. So I took it off and the floor ended up like this. The leak left a water crust and was hard to clean," said Instagram @diidii_winfleur, quoted by BrilioFood on Tuesday (13/3).
Basically, the water crust on the floor needs to be cleaned using a special method . Some people choose to douse it with hot water or clean it using citrus liquid. This method is considered to be able to eradicate water crust on the floor optimally.
However, instead of using hot water or citrus, Dian relies on other ingredients from the kitchen.
This method of getting rid of water crust on the floor is super effective.
Through the video, he admitted that the kitchen ingredients in question were vinegar and dish soap. Simply dissolve these two ingredients in water, then transfer them to a spray bottle.
photo: Instagram/@diidii_winfleur
Next, spray this liquid directly onto the part of the floor that is full of water crust. If so, rub it with a cloth or tissue. After that, leave it until the floor dries by itself.
photo: Instagram/@diidii_winfleur
So, the next step, pour a few drops of hair oil onto the crusty part of the floor. If you don't have any, you can use regular cooking oil that is still clean. After applying oil, rub and spread the oil evenly using a dry cloth. Make sure the oil is evenly distributed over all the crusty parts of the floor.
photo: Instagram/@diidii_winfleur
At this stage, the floor is actually clean and shiny again. However, for maximum results, you should mop the floor as usual with soap until it is completely dry and not slippery. That way, the floor will return to being smooth and clean as before.
photo: Instagram/@diidii_winfleur
How? Easy enough, right? It's no surprise that this useful video has been watched more than 13 thousand times since it was uploaded on February 21. Many netizens are interested and feel helped by this trick from Instagram user @diidii_winfleur.
"If there's water crust in the sink, what do you use, sis?" asked the Instagram account @indah.muftika.
"You can, sis. Before you brush it, use toothpaste in the sink, rinse it and dry it," replied the video uploader.
"What do you use for glossy (tile floors)?" asked Instagram user @accessories_samshop to which Dian then answered, "Same sis. But finally, sis mop/wipe again until it's really dry so it's not slippery."
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How to prevent water crust stains on the floor.
The presence of water crust stains on the floor can certainly reduce the aesthetic value of the house. So, to prevent water crust stains on the floor, there are several steps you can take:
1. Clean up spilled water immediately.
Clean up spills of water or other liquids immediately after they occur to prevent water scale from forming.
2. Use a carpet or rag.
Place carpets or rags in areas that are prone to water spills, such as near sinks or faucets.
3. Use dry wiping.
After cleaning up water spills, use dry swabs to dry the area.
4. Use a suitable floor mop.
Use a floor mop recommended for your floor type, and avoid using too much water.
5. Avoid excessive use of detergent.
Use sufficient detergent when cleaning the floor to avoid residue that can cause scale.
6. Clean regularly.
Clean the floor regularly to prevent the buildup of dirt and water which can become crusty.
7. Use anti-scale products.
Use a cleaning product or floor mop that contains anti-scale ingredients to help prevent water scale from forming.
8. Ensure good ventilation.
Make sure the room is well ventilated to reduce air humidity, which can help prevent the formation of water scale.
9. Check and repair leaks.
Check and repair any water leaks in equipment or pipes to reduce the possibility of water spills that can cause scale.