If you spend much time on the internet – be it Google, Instagram, TikTok or any other social media platform – you’ll likely have seen a variety of ‘hacks’ recommended for easy cleaning and decluttering; in fact, there are usually hundreds of these being shared at any one time. But are any of these tricks something the professionals would recommend?
Viral decluttering hacks and cleaning tips cover a spectrum of issues, from how to part with items you’re unsure about to tricks for making cleaning less time-consuming. But the issue with many of these ‘hacks’ is that professionals often do not verify them. While there’s no issue with taking inspiration from a social media post, it’s also important to analyze whether these tricks are right for your home and the items you own, or whether they risk damaging them in some way or fail to give the full picture of decluttering.
