Keep the Spotless house floors can be a challenging taskespecially when it comes to removing stains, dirt and scratches without damaging the surface.
Instead of resorting to expensive commercial products and sometimes full of harsh chemicals, There are homemade solutions that are cheaper and friendlier. with the environment.
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Mix with three homemade products that will leave your floors shiny and scratch-free
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How to have a shiny floor with homemade products?
One of the best options is a simple mixture that uses common ingredients found in almost every homesuch as vinegar, baking soda, and essential oil.
This combination will thoroughly clean and protect surfaces, leaving them sparkling and streak-free. Next, we will detail how to prepare and use this homemade mixture, which, in a few steps, will be able to maintain the floors of the house in perfect condition without the need for harmful products.
Step by step to prepare the homemade mixture
Ingredients:
- 1 liter of warm water.
- 1/4 cup of white vinegar.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda.
- 2 or 3 drops of essential oil (optional, to give a pleasant aroma).
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- Preparation of warm water: Start by heating a liter of water. It is important that it is not too hot, as this could affect the mixing of the ingredients and be harmful to some delicate floor surfaces.
- Vinegar and baking soda mixture: In a suitable container, add 1/4 cup of white vinegar. Then add a teaspoon of baking soda. The mixture will likely fizz slightly due to the reaction between the vinegar and baking soda, which is completely normal and a sign that the ingredients are activating to remove dirt and stains.
- Incorporation of warm water: Once the reaction between the vinegar and baking soda has ceased, slowly add the liter of warm water to the container. Be sure to combine the ingredients well so that the solution is homogeneous.
- Add essential oil (optional): If you wish, you can add 2 to 3 drops of essential oil of your choice. This will provide a pleasant aroma to the environment and may also have additional properties, depending on the oil chosen (for example, lavender oil is known for its relaxing and antiseptic properties).
- Application of the mixture: It can be applied directly to the floor using a cloth or mop. Lightly moisten it in the solution and wipe it over the entire surface of the floor, making sure it doesn’t get too wet, especially if it’s hardwood floors or water-sensitive surfaces.
- Drying and finishing: After cleaning the floor, wipe it with a dry cloth to remove any excess moisture. This will prevent scratches from forming and ensure a shiny, streak-free finish.
Additional Tips:
- It is recommended Do a test on a small area of the floor before applying the mixture to the entire surfaceespecially if it is delicate floors.
- To keep your floors even shinier, repeat the process once a week or as needed.
- With this simple formula will get shiny clean floorsyou will also avoid the use of toxic products and contribute to a more ecological home.
*This content had AI intervention and was curated by a specialized journalist from RCN Radio.
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