Entering the second week of the fast of Ramadan, it means that Muslims are half way to celebrating Victory Day or Lebaran Day. Besides being synonymous with new clothes and "sticky greetings", Eid is also closely related to cleaning the house.
Some people do deep cleaning of their homes in order to get comfort when entertaining guests on Lebaran Day. If you are one of the people who make a habit of cleaning the house before Eid, it's a good idea for you to listen to this article to the end.
The reason is, we will reveal some common mistakes in cleaning the house that you should not repeat again during deep cleaning before the holidays. What are these mistakes? Compiled from Insider, let's check it out!
Use a lot of detergent to clean
Laundry detergent produces foam. Some people think that a lot of foam is an indicator of cleanliness. That's not always the case though. On the other hand, most detergents are bad for clothes.
Speaking to Reader's Digest, Mary Gagliardi, a scientist at The Clorox Company, said using more detergent than the manufacturer recommends can actually cause residue to build up on clothes. Worse yet, your washing machine can be damaged.
Cleaning Stainless Steel Using Chlorine
You may want to make your stainless steel furniture clean and shiny again like new when Eid arrives. However, cleaning it with chlorine chemicals is not a good choice, yes. If so, make sure to rinse it off as quickly and completely as possible.
Another mistake also occurs when you rub the surface of stainless steel furniture with an iron sponge. BIG NO! This can scratch the stainless steel surface and make it more susceptible to rust and staining later on.
According to the American Cleaning Institute, you only need to clean stainless steel utensils using a microfiber towel dipped in warm water and a mild detergent.
Wiping Windows During the Day
In order to ensure the cleanliness of the windows, some people clean them during the day. If you're one of the culprits, better stop right now, okay? The reason is, cleaning windows during the day even leaves the form of scratches when dry. Do not believe? Prove it yourself.
Carpet Cleaning
Accidentally, soy sauce or coffee may spill onto the carpet in your house. Instead of cleaning it by dousing the carpet with stain remover and scrubbing it, it's better to just clean it gently.
According to the Forte of Good Housekeeping, wetting carpet stains with cleaner will actually leave a more concentrated color residue. Plus, excess moisture can cause damage and later mold growth.
So, it's best if you spray enough cleaning fluid, then absorb the dirt with a clean and dry cloth, not rubbing it. Then, spray plain water and wipe until the carpet is dry.