Mrs Hinch cleaning fans reveal 15p trick to get your mirror sparkling – it will stop any annoying fuzz & smears too
IT’S one of those little tasks that can quickly become a big annoyance.
You start with high hopes and a bottle of cleaner, but before you know it, you’re wrestling with streaks and smudges that seem to keep multiplying.
It can feel like a never ending battle.
And one cleaning fan knows exactly this feeling.
So much so, she took to Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips and Tricks Facebook group to ask other people if they knew of any quick hacks or tricks.
Uploading a picture of her mirror, she wrote: “Suggestions on what to use on mirrors?!
“I only wash my cleaning stuff together.
“I use microfiber clothes but they keep leaving fuzz on the mirrors. Help!”
Many cleaning fans rushed to the comments section to offer their advice.
And one suggested a 15p trick which means she won’t have to break the bank spending a fortune on cleaning products.
One wrote: “Put some vinegar in water, wipe onto the mirror then buff up with newspaper works a treat.”
Another also agreed and wrote: “Newspapers are best for cleaning mirrors and windows.”
Whilst someone else also agreed with using vinegar.
They wrote: “White vinegar spray. Not a full spray and a microfiber cloth.”
“Dettol in the aerosol can with kitchen paper. Comes up amazing,” suggested another cleaning fan.
A fifth added: “Use a little bit of washing up liquid with water in a spray bottle and kitchen roll.
“Did all mine yesterday they’re sparkling and no streaks.
“I do all my windows the same as I have done for years.”
We also previously revealed a savvy hack to help get rid of stubborn stains in the sink.
And another Mrs Hinch clean fan revealed just the trick.
They wrote: “Sprinkle with bicarbonate and slice a lemon in half and scrub.
“Don’t rinse for a couple of hours then add dish washing liquid and use the other half of lemon and scrub again it should work.”
A second added:“Plug in, and pour cheap cola over and leave for a while.”
Whilst a third said: “Cheap washing powder and hot water.
“Leave to soak overnight.”
Mrs Hinch cleaning tips
For Drains:
Pour a cup of bicarbonate of soda down the drain, followed by a cup of white vinegar.
Allow it to fizz for ten minutes, then flush with hot water to clear any blockages and eliminate odours.
For Skirting Boards:
Mix a capful of fabric softener with water in a spray bottle.
Spray it onto a cloth and wipe down your skirting boards to repel dust and leave a fresh scent.
For Microwaves:
Place a bowl of water with a few slices of lemon inside the microwave.
Heat on high for three minutes, then let it sit for another five minutes. The steam will loosen grime, making it easy to wipe clean while leaving a fresh lemon scent.
For Stains and Odours:
Sprinkle soda crystals onto your carpet, leave for at least an hour (or overnight for tough odours), then vacuum thoroughly.
This helps to lift stains and neutralise odours.
For Tiles:
Use an old toothbrush dipped in a mixture of bicarbonate of soda and water to scrub the grout between tiles.
This helps to remove mould and mildew, leaving your tiles looking fresh and clean.
For Dusting Blinds:
Use a tumble dryer sheet to wipe down your blinds and remove dusts.
It will also help prevent static, which helps to keep them cleaner for longer.
For Kettles and Showerheads:
Fill your kettle with equal parts water and white vinegar, bring it to a boil, and then let it sit for an hour before rinsing it thoroughly.
For showerheads, fill a bag with white vinegar, secure it over the showerhead using an elastic band, and leave it overnight.
In the morning, make sure to rinse it well.
For Ovens:
Use a dishwasher tablet (the powdery kind, not the gel ones) to scrub the inside of your oven.
Dampen the tablet slightly and use it to gently scrub away grease and grime.
For Multi-Purpose Cleaning:
Dilute Zoflora disinfectant in a spray bottle with water (as per the instructions on the bottle) and use it to wipe down surfaces, leaving your home smelling fresh and clean.
For Upholstery:
Put on a pair of damp rubber gloves and run your hands over your furniture.
The rubber will attract pet hair, making it easy to gather and dispose of.