House cleaning is something that should be done on a daily basis. This doesn’t mean it actually does of course. Sometimes schedules or just plain exhaustion takes hold and cleaning might be left to do the next the day. Where some fine cleaning enjoyable and almost therapeutic, others find it tedious and a major inconvenience. No matter which category fits you, or even somewhere in between, the cleaning must go on. Whether you have the daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, biyearly, or yearly cleaning regiments, there are some myths that have been floating around as fact in methods in house cleaning.

Nadia’s House Cleaning would like to set the facts straight and dismiss some common cleaning myths.
Myth: Using wet newspapers to clean windows.
Fact: Not exactly, using wet newspapers to clean windows not only tear, leaving residue particles on the glass, but it can also transfer the ink form the printing onto you trim, leaving an even bigger mess than the one you started with. Instead, use microfiber cloths to clean your windows, or a good quality squeegee.
Myth: Coca-cola is desirable for pouring into toilets to clean them.
Fact: The acidic nature of coca-cola is an effective hard water stain remover, however, coca-cola has a high sugar content that promotes bacteria, and the dark caramel dyes can stain the bowl. Instead use your preferred toilet bowl cleaner, or a white vinegar mixture if you opt to use home remedy solutions.
Myth: Coffee grounds deodorize garbage disposals.
Fact: The coffee grounds are an exceptional choice for the abrasiveness in dislodging and removing gunk from the blades, but do nothing to counteract the pungent odors. Baking soda does both. Using baking soda is abrasive enough to remove the buildup and neutralize the offensive smells it could emit.
Myth: Washing dishes by hand VS dishwasher.
Fact: Dishwashers over 10 years old might not be up to par, and in that case, the dishes washed by hand are more thorough. The modern dishwashers are more energy efficient, and more up to the task of washing dishes thoroughly. With water temperature rising up over 140 degrees, the dishes are also sanitized.
Myth: Hairspray removes the ink mess ball point pens can create.
Truth: Hairspray containing excessive amounts of alcohol is excellent to remove the ink, because it’s the rubbing alcohol doing the trick. But keep in mind the alcohol content of hairsprays was much higher back in the day. Current hairspray formulas have little no hair spray and have holding agents which will set the stain of ink. For superior removal, reach for rubbing alcohol and a cotton swab to remove the ink.
Myth: Bleach or vinegar can clean anything.
Fact: Bleach can lighten stains and kill bacteria, but doesn’t remove soil, making it more efficient at sanitizing. Vinegar is fairly acidic. It is very good for removing dirt and such, but should be diluted accordingly, and some surfaces, like natural and some stone surfaces, along with other materials, vinegar can cause damage.

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There are quite a few cleaning myths floating around the world that needs attention, but we will continue to share some down the line. Meanwhile, for your cleaning needs call Nadia’s House Cleaning, our professionals are both trained and experienced to handle all your cleaning needs. Call us today!