Brilio.net - The high intensity of using a mop makes this tool prone to getting dirty because lots of stains stick to it. Not only that, mops can also emit an unpleasant fishy smell. Conditions like this certainly mean that floors mopped with this tool have the potential to be contaminated with a fishy odor and not be as clean as possible.
For many people, a mop that smells fishy can be an annoying and difficult problem to overcome. This fishy smell is usually caused by bacteria that breed in the fabric due to moisture and dirt remaining trapped in it. Removing the fishy smell from a mop can be a challenging job, but that doesn't mean it can't come back clean and smelling fresh.
One way to remove the fishy smell from a mop is to wash the cloth using detergent. However, there are also those who use dish soap because it is considered more effective in removing stubborn stains that cause odor. Apart from that, you can also use other ingredients in the kitchen to wash mops that smell fishy.
Tricks for washing fishy smelling mops so they smell fresh.
An Instagram user @asi.siswandari once revealed that the kitchen ingredients used to wash mops smelled fishy. Instead of using dish soap, he instead relies on other kitchen ingredients. Reported by BrilioFood on Friday (19/4), the kitchen ingredients in question are salt and baking soda.
Basically, salt and baking soda have properties that can help eliminate the fishy smell of mops. These two kitchen ingredients have antimicrobial properties which can help control the growth of bacteria that cause odors. Apart from that, baking soda has the ability to absorb odors well. When used on a mop, baking soda can absorb and remove fishy odors trapped in it.
photo: Instagram/@asi.siswandari
To wash it, you can pour water directly into the bucket. Instead of using room temperature water, you should use hot water for maximum cleanliness. After that, put 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of baking soda into the bucket. If so, add a little detergent.
photo: Instagram/@asi.siswandari
Next, insert the mop that you want to wash. Then press and stir so that all the ingredients are evenly mixed and completely absorbed into the fabric fibers. If so, let it sit and soak the mop for approximately 1 hour or until the water starts to cool.
So, the mop that has been soaked can be immediately wrung out and rinsed with normal water. Don't forget to dry the mop so it doesn't get damp and smells fresher. That way, a fragrant mop will be more comfortable to use to clean the floor and of course make the house smell better.
photo: Instagram/@asi.siswandari
Since it was uploaded on April 2, this video about tricks for washing fishy smelling mops has been watched more than 9,000 times. Looking at the comments column, many other Instagram users are interested in trying this trick. In fact, quite a few are amazed that there are kitchen ingredients that can help dissolve dirt on mops.
"Instantly the dirt fell out, Ms. Asii, I want to try it later," said Instagram @n.ayutifani.
"Wow, I want to try it, I like the fishy smell, thanks sis, " explained Instagram @mitaparanita.
"The dirt is coming off, sis, " said Instagram @nurrin_nurrinawati.
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Benefits of table salt for beauty.
Table salt is not only useful in the kitchen, but also has interesting beauty benefits. Here are some of the benefits:
1. Natural scrub.
Table salt can be used as a natural scrub to remove dead skin cells. Mix salt with almond oil or olive oil to make an effective scrub.
2. Reduces dandruff.
Mix salt into your shampoo when washing your hair to help reduce dandruff and cleanse the scalp.
3. Eliminates swelling on the face.
Dissolve salt in warm water and use as a compress to reduce swelling on the face.
4. Skin cleanser.
Salt can help clean pores and reduce excess oil on facial skin.
5. Eliminates foot odor.
Soaking your feet in salt water can help remove unpleasant odor from your feet.
6. Treating acne.
Salt can be used as an ingredient in facial masks to help dry out acne.
7. Tightens the skin.
Bathing in salt water can help tighten the skin and improve skin texture.
8. Teeth whitener.
Mix salt with a little water to make a natural toothpaste that can help whiten teeth.
9. Overcome dry lips.
Mix salt with a little coconut oil and apply it to your lips to treat dry and chapped lips.