Cleaning agents: Which one do I use for what?

You want your home to shine - but which cleaning agent do I actually use for what? This little cleaning guide will help you deal with the tedious housework quickly and effectively.

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Which cleaning agent for what? There are a few basic rules!

Acidic cleaning agents against limescale and urine scale

Vinegar cleaners have proven effective against limescale stains and urine scale due to their acid content. They can be used to clean all surfaces that come into contact with a lot of water. For example, fittings. That's why a vinegar cleaner belongs in every bathroom, because even soap stains can be perfectly removed with this household remedy. All-purpose cleaners are also suitable for lighter soiling, while scouring milk is ideal for heavier soiling, for example in the bathtub. This sticks better and is very effective due to the abrasive particles it contains. There are also special bathroom cleaners that can be used to clean almost the entire bathroom. You should look out for biodegradable products. Tip: The bathroom cleaner from Moanah is not only sustainable, but also saves plastic waste thanks to the refill system with tabs.

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Alkaline cleaning agents against grease

In the kitchen, you often have to deal with grease stains. The best way to remove this is with an alkaline cleaner such as dishwashing liquid. In addition, the water should always be warm when removing grease stains so that it dissolves. Glass cleaners for ceramic surfaces therefore only make sense if you only want to remove dust and superficial dirt. For heavier soiling, you should also use a sponge - depending on the sensitivity of the surface, you can decide whether it is better to use the softer or harder side.

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Cleaning agents for floors

You can generally use the same floor or all-purpose cleaners for tiles, laminate and linoleum. Parquet should be cleaned with special products, as wood has different requirements. Polyboy, for example, has an organic parquet cleaner. The wooden floor should only ever be swept with a damp cloth and never wet, so that it does not swell.