Stop doing 2 viral cleaning hacks on windows and bathroom mirrors – you’re actually creating bigger problems like mold
UNIQUE cleaning hacks have become all the rage on social media in recent years.
However, some of these tips may be doing more harm than good in your home.
In her video, Nat Evans (@livingwiththeevans) revealed the two cleaning tricks she recommends avoiding.
The Instagrammer explained why using two household products to prevent condensation can actually create mold problems.
"You might think that washing up liquid and shaving foam stops condensation and fogging up on your windows and bathroom mirrors but you’re wrong," she said.
Nat told her followers that these hacks are "actually doing more harm than good."
She broke down the idea behind the viral methods, explaining that they are supposed to prevent glass surfaces from fogging up.
"The idea is that the film from the products left on the surface of a window or mirror or shower doors stops condensation from forming," Nat said in the caption of the clip.
"It does work for a while but these hacks do not get rid of the condensation and steam."
She explained that since the condensation doesn't form on the mirror it will appear on other surfaces instead.
"The water droplets that would have been on the windows and mirror will settle somewhere else like on your walls and ceilings," Nat said.
"This causes dampness which allows mold to form."
She recommended getting rid of the extra moisture in the room to prevent this from happening.
This can be done using a dehumidifier, opening windows, and even placing houseplants in your bathroom.
Her followers shared their thoughts on the advice in the comments section.
"Yes to this! Also, the washing-up liquid can corrode the seal in the long term," wrote one viewer.
"This is such good advice, chick. I didn't know that," said another Instagram user.
"Finally, someone is talking sense," commented a third impressed person.
