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I'm a cleaning pro and hate when clients have this feature in their kitchens – it never looks clean even after scrubbing
IT'S no secret that certain items in your home need cleaning more often, but one cleaner has revealed the kitchen features she hates the most.
Taking to social media, cleaning whizz Kate from @cleanlikeapro_ explained why your kitchen backsplash matters more than you might think.
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Although it might be tempting to go with the design and material you like the look of most, that's not always the best option, Kate explained.
In a viral video, the pro explained that a glass backsplash can be more of a pain to clean than most people realise.
Although it's a better option than having lots of tiny tiles and grout to scrub, it's not the best option either.
"And when cleaning them you do have to clean them well, wiping over multiple times to ensure no streaks."
Not only that, but according to the pro every single streak and wipe from cleaning will still be visible in certain lights, making it an annoying choice for any cleaner or homeowner.
So, what should you opt for instead?
Although small tiles are even worse than glass, the cleaning whizz said the best option are large tiles.
They're not reflective like glass, so won't show up every little mark and there's not as much grout to scrub like smaller tiles have.
More items to avoid in your home
In a clip shared to TikTok (@ the cleaning whizz revealed the worst offending items that she dreads coming across on her daily job - starting with silicone toilet brushes.
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The cleaner explained that while they're more hygienic, she said that you can't clean with them.
Instead, she pointed out that it's best to use bristle toilet brushes only.
Next up, the cleaning guru urged homeowners to avoid jumping on the black tap trend.
"Builds a ridiculous amount of limescale, marks easily - just a no from me," she warned.
And for anyone looking to give their kitchen a glow up any time soon, then you may just want to listen up…because there's a specific colour cupboard she advised steering clear of at all costs.
The cleaning whizz explained that while she loves the look of black cupboards, it's best to avoid them "unless you want to spend the rest of your life wiping them 24/7."
5 cleaning hacks
Say goodbye to ironing
Don't have time to smooth out the wrinkles of a shirt with an iron? Lenor 's Crease Releaser makes wrinkles vanish - simply hang up creased items, give them a quick spritz and smooth against a hard surface.
Teabags for trainers
When trainers smell a little squiffy, pop a used (and still moist) tea bag inside and leave for about an hour. The tannins will seep into the sole of the shoe to fight nasty-smelling odours.
Remove limescale without scrubbing
When bathroom taps start looking a little grimy with limescale, slice a lemon in half and sprinkle on baking soda. Rub the fruit over the taps and with a gentle clean they will come up sparkling. Use a toothbrush to get in all the nooks and crannies.
Streak-free mirrors and windows
White vinegar is a handy secret weapon when it comes to keeping mirrors and windows streak-free. Mix one part white vinegar with four parts water in a spray bottle. Squirt then wipe with a microfibre cloth and voilà, clean glass in an instant.
Make your home smell amazing
For dust-free skirting boards, pour some fabric softener onto a cloth and give them a quick wipe. It will stop dirt collecting so quickly and, as an added bonus, make your home smell amazing.
