The seven things you’ll NEVER see in a cleaners house because they secretly harbour filth without you even realising
IF there’s one professional who can tell you where the dirtiest, grimiest hidden areas of your house are, it’s a cleaner.
They’ll have seen it all and some of the places they might tell you to watch out for will surprise you.
Professional cleaner @22cleanstreet posted a clip to TikTok, warning viewers about all the things they wouldn’t have in their home.
Toilet rim block
The first item on the list was a Bloo gel toilet rim block, which are placed inside your toilet to keep it fresh.
Although designed to keep your toilet clean, the TikTokker claims they are “very unhygienic” and says men “love to target these for fun, to watch the colour come out”.
Rugs and carpets
The second item on their list was surprising, and something many of us have around the house.
The cleaner said: “Rugs trap dirt and bacteria, however much you hoover them.
“You child’s last packet of crips [sic] from 2023 is still lingering in the crevices.”
Toilet Duck
Toilet Duck is an American brand of gel toilet cleaner, which many will recognise from it’s uniquely duck-shaped bottle neck, designed to reach properly under your toilet rim.
Although stocked in supermarkets all over the country, and bought by millions, the TikTok user said it leaves stains all around the flush and bowl, and recommended people use Harpic for limescale.
Venetian blinds
Venetian blinds can be difficult to clean because of their intricate design and fiddly structure, their individual slats mean they attract dust easily and take a bit longer to clean.
One user in the comments asked: “How would you clean those blinds?”
To which the original poster replied: “With a lot of hard work. So you need to dry dust first. The Flash dusters are really good. Then it’s a case of a multipurpose in warm water and doing each blind individually.”
Matte black basin fittings
Commenting on the durability of the matte black design, the cleaner said: “Once it’s gone, it’s gone! If it’s not looked after you can’t turn it back.”
Other cleaners in the comments agreed that the matte black fittings were their ‘worst nightmare’.
Waterfall Taps
Usually found in bathrooms, Waterfall taps are popular for their minimalist and luxury look.
Clearly not a fan, the cleaner said they build up limescale quickly.
They warned that the waterfall taps require thorough cleaning and maintenance from day one.
Lego sets
Perhaps unsurprisingly, Lego sets were also given a shout out on the list.
Although interesting to look at, the intricate designs build up dust quickly, and can be risky to clean due to their fragile nature.
The cleaner claims they “belong in the box” and said she’s thankful her Lego-obsessed client keeps his stored away securely.
Viewers reactions
Viewers in the comments were quick to agree on the list, with many of them having struggled to clean the items in their own house.
“Our entire downstairs is LEGOs it’s insane,” said one person.
“Hated my fountain tap, so hard to clean, always pink in the corners where it was difficult to scrub,” said another.
While someone else said: “Totally agree with you about Toilet Duck. Hate it.”
The household items you’re not cleaning often enough
IF you want to ensure your home is squeaky clean, you'll need to listen up. Below are the household items you're forgetting to clean, and how to get them sparkling...
Remote Controls: Wipe with a disinfectant cloth. Use a cotton bud for crevices.
Light Switches: Wipe with a disinfectant wipe. Use a mild soap solution for tough stains.
Door Handles: Clean with an antibacterial spray. Wipe down regularly.
Underneath and Behind Appliances: Vacuum or sweep regularly. Mop with a suitable cleaner.
Shower Curtains and Liners: Wash in the washing machine. Use a bleach solution for stubborn mildew.
Kitchen Sponges and Dishcloths: Microwave damp sponges for one minute. Wash dishcloths in the washing machine.
Computer Keyboards and Mice: Use compressed air to remove debris. Wipe with a disinfectant wipe.
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