Use this common cleaning product to get your skirting boards 'gleaming'

Melanie Kaidan & Lynn Love
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Scuff marks and grime on skirting boards can be an unsightly and stubborn problem.

If you've tried cleaning the dirt away but are having no luck, then you might want to give these hacks a try.

Matthew Harrison from PriceYourJob.co.uk has dished out an east step-by-step guide to buffing up skirting boards with little trouble.

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Using a kitchen staple, most of us already have, you can polish up your skirting boards to make them look as good as new.

Step-by-step guide for gleaming skirting boards.

1. Dust fighters

  • Kick off by dusting down your skirting boards. Nab a soft-bristled brush and gently banish dust, spiderwebs, and loose dirt, reports the Express. Be thorough - even the nooks and crannies where the dust bunnies love to lounge.

2. Concocting the cleaning mix

Now, concoct your cleaning potion by mixing warm water in a pail. Toss in just a squirt of detergent or an all-purpose cleaner- don't overdo it, to avoid gunky residue. Give it a swirl to meld the mix, primed for action.

3. The actual clean-up

Submerge a microfibre cloth or sponge in the solution, then squeeze out excess liquid. Commence at one extremity of the skirting board and proceed along, applying gentle, sweeping strokes.

Concentrate on eliminating dirt, stains, and scuff marks without scrubbing excessively, as this could harm the wood. Make sure to rinse the cloth or sponge frequently to prevent spreading grime.

4. Drying

After cleaning, use a clean towel or cloth to thoroughly dry the skirting boards. Wipe away any leftover moisture to avoid water damage or warping. Check the boards for any areas you may have overlooked and repeat the cleaning process if necessary until they're immaculate and shining.

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