Why is the floor washed with a salt solution: unexpected benefits

There are many floor cleaning products available, from store-bought chemicals to old folk recipes. Cleaning experts recommend adding salt and a few drops of essential oil to the products. Vinegar is often used to clean laminate, vinyl, and wood floors.

There is one effective life hack that will help clean the floor without damaging the coating. Read the OBOZREVATEL article on how to prepare a saline solution.

Salt will not only disinfect the surface but also prevent the appearance of mold and mites. The amount of salt needed to prepare the solution depends on the capacity of the bucket; usually, 3-4 tablespoons of salt are needed for 5 liters of water.

You can use rock salt, but sea salt will be more effective. It is more efficient for surface disinfection and air purification.

The salt must dissolve completely, so it is better to pour warm water - this will make the process faster. Then take a mop and wash the floor with saline. The effect will be noticeable immediately.

By the way, you can use a life hack with pharmacy glycerin to make the floor shine. This product will repel dust and give the tiles, laminate, or parquet a beautiful shine. To make it, you will need essential oil, glycerin, and dishwashing detergent. Read about the proportions and features of floor cleaning in the article.

Earlier, OBOZREVATEL told you that a soda solution is best for parquet floors: just dissolve a little baking soda in hot water.

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