We’re all looking for ways to ensure that our homes are squeaky clean. Though it may seem like a simple and straightforward task, did you know there are wrong ways to clean?
Lucky for you, we’ll be going through bad cleaning habits you need to break ASAP. After reading, you may even realize that you’ve been doing them without a second thought.
Without further ado, let’s get into it!
1. Not wearing proper protective equipment
Wearing protective equipment may seem a bit too much considering you’re only cleaning your home. Well, that’s wrong.
No matter what or where you’re cleaning, the products that you use may contain ingredients that aren’t meant for direct skin contact or inhalation.
Unfortunately, there are many incidents of people inhaling bleach or other toxic chemicals found in their cleaning materials. Without proper equipment and ventilation, things can go awry quickly.
Hence, practice safe cleaning by wearing a mask and wearing gloves.
2. Going overboard
As they say, less is more. Your cleaning products are strong enough to be able to get the job done with just a little amount.
Not only is it unnecessary but using too much product can cause build-up which becomes a magnet for dirt and debris.
This defeats the purpose of cleaning and is a waste of good products, too.
3. Not having designated cleaning tools for specific areas
Although this may seem obvious, some people still miss the memo. It’s important to use separate cleaning tools for different areas of the house to avoid cross-contamination.
It’s not logical to wipe your windows with the same cloth you use for your countertops, right? It may seem pricey to buy a ton of tools but it’s a safe investment.
Speaking of tools, make sure to clean them after each use. Cross-contamination can also happen when you use a soiled rag to clean surfaces.
4. Not reading the instructions
Reading the instructions will only take a few minutes to do at most. So why skip it?
Ditching the instructions can set you up for failure since some products have certain steps that you need to follow.
For example, some products require a “sitting” period. If you use the product the wrong way, you won’t be able to clean effectively and you’ll end up breaking your back for nothing.
Taking a few seconds to read the instructions will save you from misusing your cleaning products.
5. Mixing random cleaners
Though it may seem harmless, mixing random cleaners can land you a trip to the doctor’s. This is because certain chemicals will react badly if mixed with something else.
For example, you can’t mix bleach and ammonia because it creates chloramine, a toxic gas. You can’t mix hydrogen peroxide or bleach either since it creates a flammable gas.
For your safety and others, don’t experiment with cleaning products and use them as prescribed and in moderation.
There you have it, folks, our list of bad cleaning habits that you need to break ASAP! We hope that you were able to learn how to create a better cleaning routine.
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