An Australian professional cleaner has revealed the common mistakes people make when cleaning their homes.
Kacie, running The big clean company in Melbourne said the mistakes not only make a house look bad but can also cause damage.
“Cleaning isn’t complicated as long as you follow a few simple rules,” she wrote and shared a TikTok video to educate others.
First, many use too much water when mopping floors, which can ruin wood floors and leave unwanted marks on tiles.
“Wipe out that mop,” she said.
Professional cleaner Kacie Stephens, from Melbourne and head of The Big Clean Co, revealed common mistakes people make when cleaning their homes
Similar to using too much water when mopping, it is common to use too much product.
“It makes the floor feel sticky under your shoes, which no one likes,” Kacie said.
Windex is a popular product used to clean windows for a steak-free shine. However, Kacie said using it incorrectly can be “inefficient and ineffective.”
“Instead, soap it up and wipe it off for a sharp finish,” she said.
Next, it is essential to ensure that your vacuum cleaner is cleaned otherwise it will not work properly.
Kacie said a dirty vacuum cleaner can cause “weak suction” and “crappy air quality” because it can introduce dust into the home, which can affect people with allergies.
Finally, not maintaining your vacuum cleaner head is another common mistake that can cause scratches on wooden floorboards.
“Clean it regularly so that hair doesn’t get caught in the wheels (which get stuck) and check for damaged parts,” Kacie added.
Kacie said common mistakes can lead to damage, from using too much water when mopping to using Windex incorrectly
Kacie has become known for sharing helpful cleaning tips with thousands of people on TikTok and earlier this year she revealed the unlikely product she swears by to transform a grimy oven and make it sparkling clean.
She recommends using a pumice stick when tackling dirty ovens with baked-on food.
The abrasive product removes unwanted grease quickly and effectively without leaving scratches – and it is chemical-free.
In another video, Kacie recorded herself using a pumice stone to demonstrate how well it works.
“Here’s a professional cleaner’s tip for removing buildup from the bottom of your oven,” she said.
“Just grab a pumice stick. This literally scrapes it off without scratching your oven.”