I’m a traveller & bleach is our ‘best friend’ – people may hate it for us but that’s why our homes are spotless
A TRAVELLER has shared how the community keeps their houses spotless thanks to bleach.
Retailing for under £1 at most supermarkets, bleach is a popular cleaning essential many homeowners swear by – and curly-haired Irish traveller Zoey Pon is no exception.
According to to the beauty, who regularly shares insights into the traveller culture, the cheap item is ”a traveller’s best friend” and they will tackle ”everything” with bleach.
”Even the cups that we drink out of – we clean them in bleach,” she claimed in a recent video on TikTok.
However, Zoey went on to explain, this doesn’t mean they will simply chuck everything into pure bleach and let it work its magic – there’s a process to follow to ensure the best results.
”We get a bottle of hot water and we put it in it – it’s diluted. It’s water with bleach, it’s not just bleach by itself.”
Although some experts have warned to steer clear from this cleaning essential, as it could destroy certain surfaces, the curly-haired beauty proved it’s their secret remedy to a sparkling home.
”When you walk into a traveller person’s home, do you see any dirt in it? No, you do not.
”Maybe get a bottle of bleach yourself and maybe start cleaning,” she urged the haters.
This is not the first time the redhead stunner has opened up about her community and life at home, previously listing the strict rules her guests have to follow.
According to the woman, dirty feet are just one of the few things she will never allow in her caravan – which is why the guests are allegedly forced to take drastic measure to get them clean.
When you first arrive, Zoey will ask you to remove the footwear, as well as socks, before heading back outside where a bucket full of bleach will wait for you.
”Wash your feet before you step into my caravan and then you have to wash your hands in bleach,” she insisted in the video.
Washing any body part in diluted bleach is not recommended.
Once you’re free to go back inside with the clean feet, you won’t be able to chill on any of the sofas or beds, the Irish traveller said.
”You have to sit on the floor,” explained Zoey who feared the guests would make the furniture ”dirty”.
Traditions in the gypsy/traveller communities
Nomadic lifestyle: Traditionally, many travellers maintain a nomadic lifestyle, living in caravans and moving frequently. This mobility is a core aspect of their identity, reflecting a deep connection to freedom and independence.
Strong family bonds: Family is central to traveller culture. Extended families often live and travel together, providing a strong support network. Marriages and social events are significant community affairs, reinforcing familial ties.
Distinct Language: Many travellers speak Shelta, also known as Cant or Gammon, a distinct language that mixes elements of Irish, English, and other languages. This language serves as a cultural marker and a means of private communication within the community.
Religious practices: The traveller community often follows Roman Catholicism, with religious festivals and milestones like baptisms, communions, and weddings being particularly significant. However, individual beliefs and practices can vary widely.
Unique celebrations: Events such as horse fairs and traditional weddings are major social gatherings for travellers. These occasions are marked by elaborate preparations, vibrant attire, and communal participation.
Dozens of intrigued social media users flocked to comments to share their thoughts, with one writing: ”I am not even a traveller but cleaning with bleach is the best thing my traveller gran ever taught me.”
Another chimed in: ”yes that is true she’s telling the truth.”
”My dads side of the family are travellers every time I’ve been to my cousins house not a speck of dirt I love it,” a third penned.
”Me mams cleans every single day cleaning the trailer all day she don’t stop,” another wrote.