VAC HACK
People are only just realizing how many filters your vacuum has & you have to clean them all for it to work properly
IF your vacuum suction isn't as powerful as it used to be, you might just need to clean your machine.
A cleaning expert demonstrated how to clean all the filters in your vacuum.
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Instagram user Babs, who runs the account Brunch With Babs, demonstrated how to .
The cleaning expert advised her followers to clean their vacuum filters regularly to avoid suction problems.
"First step, unlock the canister," Babs instructed viewers.
She continued: "Step two, clean your filters. You have three. We’ve got the felt filter, the spongy filter, and then the HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filter."
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Babs recommended avoiding soap when it comes to washing your vacuum filters.
Demonstrating how to clean the appliance parts, she said: "Keep rinsing under cold water until the water runs clear."
"Wash every three months. HEPA, replace once a year. Allow to dry overnight," Babs concluded.
The cleaning pro also advised her followers to use a box cutter to remove any trapped hair or string from their cleaning appliance.
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She also recommended using essential oils and a cotton ball in your vacuum to make your home smell nice.
Babs suggested that pet owners sprinkle a small amount of cinnamon on their carpet and vacuum it up to get rid of any lingering odors.
Instagram users took to the comments section to share their thoughts on the tips.
"Thank you Babs! I'm 50 and I'm still learning from your (cleaning) bootcamp!" said one viewer.
Another follower wrote: "Thank you!!! Where were you when I was in college?!? We all need your advice."
"I literally have a calendar reminder that I ignore every month but damn it this weekend I’m cleaning my filters!!" said a third person.
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