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Brilio.net - The floor is the part of the house that is most often exposed to dust, stains, and dirt. Every day, the floor witnesses various activities ranging from footsteps, spilled food, to flying dust. For some people, mopping the floor can feel boring and tiring.
In fact, mopping the floor is not just a cleaning routine, but a way to maintain the health and comfort of the home. Dirty floors are not only an aesthetic problem, but can also be a nest for dangerous germs and bacteria.
Why can floors be dirty and slippery? Some factors that make floors dirty quickly:
- Dust from outside the house
- Footprints that carry dirt
- Food and drink spills
- Electronic dust
- Children and pets activities
Most people usually mop their floors with:
- Soapy water
- Floor cleaning fluid
- Mixture of water and detergent
- Plain water
However, it turns out there are kitchen ingredients that can be a solution to mopping floors more effectively. Here is the explanation summarized by BrilioFood , Monday (12/30).
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Who would have thought that spoiled milk actually has a hidden use? Milk contains lactic acid which is effective in cleaning stains and polishing floors.
How to use:
- Mix 1 glass of sour milk with 2 liters of water.
- Soak the mop in the solution
- Mop the floor as usual
- The result: a stain-free, shiny floor.
Rice water is rich in nutrients and has natural cleaning properties. It contains carbohydrates that help remove stains and make floors shine.
How to use:
- Use the water used to wash rice
- Leave it overnight
- Mop the floor with rice water
- Wait until dry
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Coconut dregs actually have incredible floor cleaning power. However, the method is different from the usual one.
How to use:
- Spread grated coconut dregs on the dirty floor.
- Rub evenly using a cloth or floor cleaner.
- Let the coconut pulp stick and lift dirt for 5-10 minutes.
- Sweep away the coconut dregs and dirt that is lifted.
- Re-wash with clean water to remove any remaining residue.
Vinegar has antibacterial properties and can eliminate unpleasant odors.
How to use:
- Mix 1 part vinegar with 3 parts water.
- Mop the floor as usual
- Avoid excessive use on marble floors.
Lime has acidic properties that clean and freshen the room.
How to use:
- Squeeze 2-3 limes into a bucket.
- Mix with water
- Mop the floor as usual
- The result: clean and fragrant floors
Although kitchen ingredients are quite effective, there are a few things to keep in mind:
When do you still need floor cleaning soap:
- The floor is very dirty or oily
- There are stubborn stains
- Floors made of special materials (marble, granite)
- Requires extra disinfection
When you have enough kitchen ingredients:
- The floor is not too dirty
- Only light dust and footprints
- Want to use natural ingredients
- Has a regular ceramic floor
Combination Tips:
- Use floor cleaning soap minimally
- Mix a little soap with kitchen ingredients
- Choose soap made from natural ingredients
- Avoid soaps with harsh chemicals.
- Always test on a small area first
- Avoid materials containing acid on marble floors.
- Use a clean and soft cloth
- Rinse with clean water after mopping.
1. Always do a test run on a small area
2. Pay attention to the type of floor surface
3. Avoid acidic materials on marble floors.
4. Use a cloth or soft cleaner
5. Rinse with clean water when finished
- Mopping too often
- Do not change the mop water
- Using dirty water
- Do not rinse the floor
(brl/tin)
