Chaos Cleaning: A TikTok Trend Put to the Test
What is Chaos Cleaning?
Chaos cleaning is a popular TikTok trend that involves mixing together multiple cleaning ingredients to create a powerful cleaning solution for a specific area. It’s touted as a quick and easy way to get a deep clean.
Materials for Chaos Cleaning
The TikTok video featured in this article used the following cleaning products:
- Baking soda
- Dawn Powerwash
- The Pink Stuff Miracle Cream Cleaner
- Mineral oil
It’s important to note that not all cleaning products can be mixed together safely. Avoid mixing products that contain bleach, as this can be dangerous.
Step-by-Step Chaos Cleaning Method
Before You Start:
- Clear and rinse the sink before applying any cleaning products.
- Gather all necessary materials.
Step 1: Rinse the Sink
- Rinse the sink thoroughly with water to remove any food scraps or debris.
Step 2: Add Baking Soda and Dawn
- Pour baking soda all over the sink, including the drain.
- Spray Dawn Powerwash over the sink and scrub using a sponge or cloth.
- If the soap doesn’t lather up as much as expected, consider adding more water.
Step 3: Rinse Away Baking Soda and Dawn
- Rinse the sink thoroughly with water to remove the baking soda and Dawn mixture.
Step 4: Apply The Pink Stuff
- Spray The Pink Stuff Miracle Cream Cleaner onto the sink and scrub.
- This step is particularly effective for removing limescale and stains.
Step 5: Apply Mineral Oil (Optional)
- Apply mineral oil to the sink and polish with a clean cloth.
- This step aims to give the sink a shiny finish.
My Experience with Chaos Cleaning
I followed the steps outlined in the TikTok video to test out chaos cleaning on my kitchen sink. Here’s how it went:
- Rinsing the sink before starting was a smart move, as there were still food scraps present.
- The baking soda and Dawn mixture didn’t seem to clean as effectively as I had hoped.
- The Pink Stuff, however, worked wonders on the limescale and stains.
- The mineral oil step left my sink streaky and uneven in appearance.
My Verdict on Chaos Cleaning
Overall, I found chaos cleaning to be a bit underwhelming. The process was more time-consuming than simply using a single cleaning product, and the results were not significantly better.
While I appreciate the Pink Stuff’s effectiveness on limescale, I prefer to stick to a more streamlined cleaning routine. For daily cleaning, a multipurpose kitchen spray suffices. For deeper cleaning, I opt for a dedicated sink cleaner or descaling solution.
In my opinion, chaos cleaning is not a necessary or effective cleaning method. There are simpler and more efficient ways to achieve a clean kitchen sink.