I’m a cleaning pro – my fave products include a ‘traditional’ tool and a cheap buy that makes countertops sparkle
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A CLEANING pro has shared his tips for a tip-top home.
He has listed his fave cleaning products that include a "traditional" tool.
And one of his cheap buys will make your countertops sparkle.
Michael Dimopoulos is a New York City-based House Cleaner and Founder of .
He's been around enough properties to know what works and what doesn't.
There is a lot of choice on the market and it can be bewildering for homeowners.
He's seen products come and go and gadgets run out of steam, and he's learned to look past the promise and focus on the delivery.
Like many of his peers, he has seen a preference for environmentally friendly cleaning products over their more chemical-laden counterparts.
“We are also seeing more customers steering away from traditional types of bleach cleaning products," he said.
“It’s the best for expensive wood flooring,” he said.
"For non-wood floors, an old-fashioned mop is best," Dimopoulos said.
“In large spaces with tiles or concrete, nothing does a job better than a real traditional wring mop with great detergent, hot water, and maybe vinegar," he added.
"Nothing beats paper towels for getting a shine on mirrors and glass," said Dimopoulos.
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It smells great but is also effective as a cleaner according to our cleaning pro. It will get your kitchen counters sparkling and smooth.
“I use this as a natural furniture and leather polish,” the pro said.
"And it’s eco-friendly, too. Use it on your kitchen table, chairs, buffet, and other pieces."
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“Just don’t expect it to be as effective as a commercial cleanser for deep cleaning," he said.