The whole idea is to dump the baking soda down your drain followed by vinegar so the resulting bubbly chemical reaction cleans out the gunk stuck to sides of the pipes.
I also found it really satisfying to see how fast the rust came off of the sink and the shower holder, so I enjoyed that you left it in the video ❤ The apartment looks like it has a lot of potential to make it a cozy space for the 4 of you, can't wait to see how you turn it step by step into your home. All the best for your life in the new flat! :)
YAY FOR CHANGE 💗 i just moved apartments as well (in busan) and there is no better feeling than having a new space after a long time 💛 so excited for you and your new space!
I think putting caulking over the mold will just cover it temporarily, in no time it will be back. You will have to scrape off as much of the mold covered caulk and then try to find a solution to kill or remove any remaining mold. Last step would be to add the new caulking.
Love this video so much!!! Thank you for being a real human ❤ ...with so many unrealistically perfect channels, who seem to move, as if by magic and never seem to struggle with any comparable challenges.... it is so good to see some authentic footage
You could try putting some strong disinfectant down the sink to make it smell nicer ( Zoflora is my favourite) or Zoflora in boiling water in the sink with plug in, makes the whole place smell lovely. Seen loads on social media do this.
That steamer looks awesome! Nice, spacious apartment. I've always loved glass block. It's such a vibe.❤ The pale yellow cabinets don't look bad. I could make them work. haha Can't wait to see what you do with the place.😊 Congratulations, Hermione. 🎉
Thanks for the lovely comment 😄 I loooove the steamer! It was such a good investment. And the glass blocks are so funky I’m glad I’m not the only one that likes them 🩷
@HermioneChantal You are not alone. LOL I remember in the early 1980's my cousin building a kitchen island using glass bricks. It was so pretty. They were renovating a house from 1910 and the glass blocks looked great.
What a great place, so many possibilities 🤩 The dogs must love it! Love all the natural light! The retro yellow kitchen could be really cool if you embrace it. Your pink fridge would be SO COOL with it!!! 😱
Interesting spaces glad yours had less of the fluorescent lighting. I also need to deep clean and use heavy duty cleaning products for the first one moving in. I am glad you found somewhere you both like. I hope it isn't much of a commute for work. Sure we will see stellar improvements as you do :) I would have worn gloves though those things are hard on the hands.
and Mrs T Thanks for this video you have done a good job on what is a horrible job on cleaning a place thats been empty a while. Looking forward to the next one and hope you and your flat mate have lots of lovely time there
for mould an enviromentally and for health benefits its best to use vinger and bicarb soda. I use bicarb soda on carpet smells and deodersing as well as smells down the sink... put the Bicarb soda down the sink and put the vinerger down it...and wella... youll realise the smill gone...good luck
Tip for the window film haha spray a mixture of dish soap and water on the windows and then cover in cling wrap, bubble wrap, whatever kind of thin plastic sheeting you have around. Leave for 30 minutes and then peel it off. It will disrupt the glue and make it much much easier to remove!
Congratulations on the new apartment and on moving in together! I know it's not exactly your usual type of content, but I would be really interested to hear you speak a on how you're managing with the Korean language! Like do you speak it in your everyday life? Can you read all the labels in Daiso? Are you still taking lessons? Also, great job with the cleaning, and you were right, it was very satisfying to watch the scrubbing.
I have to say watching this brought back memories of living in Singapore for 9 yrs.. Daiso and old hardware stores where amazing and yes i did exactly the same drain cleaning even in luxury apartments they had bad drain smells.. That cleaning paste looks amazing and cant wait to see what you transform the place into 🙂
This is such a nice place. I would miss a view but its great for your pricacy when filming!Also- how good is it to have a designated bedroom? eg if one person wants to sleep early or rise early... I lived in many studio apartments with my partner and there is only so much you can do with noise cancelling headphones and oropax. Having a nice big flat was such a relief! Also - how good does it feel to make a cold, dirty place your own? Its worth all the work!
Congrats on the new apartment!! I‘m a bit confused though - the veranda / balcony with the glass blocks can‘t be opened right? So you can’t ever look outside? Also all the windows were frosted glass or foiled to look like frosted glass, so you can’t look outside the windows either? Strikes me as a bit odd. Is that common in Korea since the other apartment even has blacked out windows? Do people there value their privacy a lot more than a nice view? I would love an explanation 🤗
We live in Kyushu, Japan, there is mold everywhere. I just discovered online that baking soda works and had good results on our windows! Good luck and enjoy your new place
Hi Hermoine, please help Haley, and give her some supervised lessons on how you clean things, otherwise you'll be stuck cleaning "to perfection your way all the time"😊
I have kercher sc3 steamer ( quite small, and purchased number of additional attachments separately) and I use it for everything literally. Including wash the walls, tiles, windows, carpets, floors, mattresses and bedding and pillows 😊
Omg, I need to get myself a steamer YESTERDAY. It makes cleaning look so much easier and quicker! 😮 Btw, yellow is my favourite colour so I love your kitchen 💛 And I've said it before but I'm so happy for you and Hayley. I hope you spend many happy moments together in your new home ❤
Great job with the cleaning. You always put in a lot of effort but the end result shows it was worth it. If you are planning on staying a year or two in the new place maybe your Landlady might allow you to take down the tiles in the kitchen and replace them? It would not be expensive but it would looks o much better than what is there.
I'm not sure why you picked that appartment, it's so dated 😅 the first and even the second one is were way better. This one feels darker and almost claustrophobic by having another building in front of it + the glass blocks completely shutting off the veranda. Plus the windows are frosted and not insulated, which is gonna be painful for you next winter :')
It is big! I’m so happy for the four of you ❤️. Can’t wait to see you pretty it up 😍. What I don’t like at all is that you can’t see out the windows. That would really bother me. Finally, but most importantly, give me that paste!! The Pink Stuff sucks in comparison! 😮😍
Thank you 😍🩷 you’re so right I wish I could see the view out the front, luckily the windows on all the sides have three sliding layers and they open up to see the view! I miss the pink stuff so much but you’re so right this magical cleaning paste works so much better!
Next time you need a scourer, try a wadded up piece of aluminum wrap. I used it on a sink that looked like it would not be cleanable and it worked!! Now that's what I do with stainless steel!
This was inspiring! My partner and I just moved into an older home in the US and there is certainly some grime and dust. It’ll be worth it cleaning up though
I find amusing seeing how people clean at different countries. I didn't get the importance of hot water to clean the floors! But soapy water, of course. Then, I've seen other creators cleaning them exactly like Hermione did here 🤭 and that's the usual for them. Maybe a squeegee instead of other tools, like a broom or a sponge.
Mixing vinegar (acidic) with bicarbonate (basic) creates water! And a bit of heat. It looks and feels awesome when using it, but truth be told, it actually doesn’t do much of anything. It is better to use them separately. Bicarbonate is great at dissolving fats, and can be helpful in a sink that is clogged. Vinegar is great at removing lime scale, and can also be useful on the tap or shower head. And warm water can of course also be great for a sink drain to flush some fats out. But it is an old myth that vinegar and bicarbonate is good together, they don’t really match if you look at the chemistry. I like bicarbonate + dish soap, both are basic and creates a nice gritty texture.
If the smell is coming from the pipe because those are not water-blocked, why don't you install a siphon under your sink? A plastic set costs only a few bucks and it's suprisingly easy to install and highly effective.
Lovely bright appartement. Maybe cooler in summer on NE side. Hope you have air con? Although change filters after so long sitting empty. Can you not buy a u-bend and put it in yourself under the sink? You Tube is great for Videos to show you how!.. if modern buildings have them, you must be able to buy them there. It would definately be a better long term solution.
So your sharing a bedroom? It's quite a small place and you both need your own you space, being in each others company all the time won't be great & did you know if you clean the floors with bleach you use cold water as hot water cancels it out:) & you can use tomato sauce and tin foil for rust:)
It's not terribly complicated to install a p-trap under your sink. I wonder if this is something you'd consider doing that way you dont have to do the workaround with the sink. 🤔 Plus I think it would make for a very good video since plumbing is something alot of people are scared of but you could make it super newbie friendly.
I seriously need to clean my house, so what do I do - watch a video of someone else cleaning! 🤣 Looks a great space with plenty of potential for your creativity.
such a brave move to wear white socks during cleaning 😂
Brave move or stupid mistake 🙈😅 I like the sound of brave move better
Hayley just said “you should have seen the bottom of them” haha
They will show how far the cleaning has come 😅
was going to say the same thing- dirty socks days 1 and 2 clean socks from then on! 🤣@@merppa9842
I saw the bottoms on the first day and they were shocking 😳 lol 😝
Pouring vinegar on bicarbonate soda neutralizes it, rendering both of the chemicals useless. Use the baking soda only then add hot water :)
This is false. The fact that bubbles were the result of the combination proves there was a chemical reaction. Reported for misinformation.
The whole idea is to dump the baking soda down your drain followed by vinegar so the resulting bubbly chemical reaction cleans out the gunk stuck to sides of the pipes.
I love the butter yellow kitchen cabinets and the glass block windows!! Can’t wait to see how you lean into the vintage fixtures.
That is satisfying cleaning the rust 🤣 glad you didn't edit it out.
Me too!! I wish I had more footage haha
I also found it really satisfying to see how fast the rust came off of the sink and the shower holder, so I enjoyed that you left it in the video ❤ The apartment looks like it has a lot of potential to make it a cozy space for the 4 of you, can't wait to see how you turn it step by step into your home. All the best for your life in the new flat! :)
YAY FOR CHANGE 💗 i just moved apartments as well (in busan) and there is no better feeling than having a new space after a long time 💛 so excited for you and your new space!
I think putting caulking over the mold will just cover it temporarily, in no time it will be back. You will have to scrape off as much of the mold covered caulk and then try to find a solution to kill or remove any remaining mold. Last step would be to add the new caulking.
Good to clean up and set up a bit before moving. Huge space for sure! So many options to set up the living space, office and bedroom!
So many options I can’t wait to move it all around on a monthly basis 🙈
Love this video so much!!! Thank you for being a real human ❤ ...with so many unrealistically perfect channels, who seem to move, as if by magic and never seem to struggle with any comparable challenges.... it is so good to see some authentic footage
That rust cleaning was so satisfying. Congratulations on the new place cant wait to see what you both do with the space.
That cleaning paste worked magic!
You are a world class cleaner! Congrats on finding your new nest.
Love the glass blocks as they give lots of light and lots of privacy. win/win. Looking forward to the next installment.
Can’t wait to see what you do to the place Hermione ! So excited for you! I’m sure you’ll make it beautiful 😊
You could try putting some strong disinfectant down the sink to make it smell nicer ( Zoflora is my favourite) or Zoflora in boiling water in the sink with plug in, makes the whole place smell lovely. Seen loads on social media do this.
That steamer looks awesome! Nice, spacious apartment. I've always loved glass block. It's such a vibe.❤ The pale yellow cabinets don't look bad. I could make them work. haha Can't wait to see what you do with the place.😊 Congratulations, Hermione. 🎉
Thanks for the lovely comment 😄 I loooove the steamer! It was such a good investment. And the glass blocks are so funky I’m glad I’m not the only one that likes them 🩷
@HermioneChantal You are not alone. LOL I remember in the early 1980's my cousin building a kitchen island using glass bricks. It was so pretty. They were renovating a house from 1910 and the glass blocks looked great.
What a great place, so many possibilities 🤩 The dogs must love it! Love all the natural light! The retro yellow kitchen could be really cool if you embrace it. Your pink fridge would be SO COOL with it!!! 😱
Interesting spaces glad yours had less of the fluorescent lighting. I also need to deep clean and use heavy duty cleaning products for the first one moving in. I am glad you found somewhere you both like. I hope it isn't much of a commute for work. Sure we will see stellar improvements as you do :) I would have worn gloves though those things are hard on the hands.
That rust cleaner is crazy omg!!!
I highly recommend a steam mop. They work so well on those types of floors and it santizes and dries instantly. I can't live without one now.
and Mrs T Thanks for this video you have done a good job on what is a horrible job on cleaning a place thats been empty a while. Looking forward to the next one and hope you and your flat mate have lots of lovely time there
The new place looks cute and has so much potential. Really excited to see what you have plan for it.
Thanks for sharing the finding and cleaning processes. Cannot wait to see how you set everything up.
for mould an enviromentally and for health benefits its best to use vinger and bicarb soda. I use bicarb soda on carpet smells and deodersing as well as smells down the sink... put the Bicarb soda down the sink and put the vinerger down it...and wella... youll realise the smill gone...good luck
It’s so satisfying to be able to clean when the place is empty. I scan already imagine how you’ll make it your own, can’t wait
Tip for the window film haha spray a mixture of dish soap and water on the windows and then cover in cling wrap, bubble wrap, whatever kind of thin plastic sheeting you have around. Leave for 30 minutes and then peel it off. It will disrupt the glue and make it much much easier to remove!
Congratulations on the new apartment and on moving in together! I know it's not exactly your usual type of content, but I would be really interested to hear you speak a on how you're managing with the Korean language! Like do you speak it in your everyday life? Can you read all the labels in Daiso? Are you still taking lessons? Also, great job with the cleaning, and you were right, it was very satisfying to watch the scrubbing.
Haley cleaning the floor is funny 🤣More Haley!
I have to say watching this brought back memories of living in Singapore for 9 yrs.. Daiso and old hardware stores where amazing and yes i did exactly the same drain cleaning even in luxury apartments they had bad drain smells.. That cleaning paste looks amazing and cant wait to see what you transform the place into 🙂
This is such a nice place. I would miss a view but its great for your pricacy when filming!Also- how good is it to have a designated bedroom? eg if one person wants to sleep early or rise early... I lived in many studio apartments with my partner and there is only so much you can do with noise cancelling headphones and oropax. Having a nice big flat was such a relief! Also - how good does it feel to make a cold, dirty place your own? Its worth all the work!
Congrats on the new apartment!! I‘m a bit confused though - the veranda / balcony with the glass blocks can‘t be opened right? So you can’t ever look outside? Also all the windows were frosted glass or foiled to look like frosted glass, so you can’t look outside the windows either? Strikes me as a bit odd. Is that common in Korea since the other apartment even has blacked out windows? Do people there value their privacy a lot more than a nice view? I would love an explanation 🤗
I came to ask the same question.
I actually love those block glass windows😀 i gotta order one of those steamers!!
We live in Kyushu, Japan, there is mold everywhere.
I just discovered online that baking soda works and had good results on our windows!
Good luck and enjoy your new place
I haven't tried the pink stuff yet, but that rust cleaner paste should definitely be exported.
Hi Hermoine, please help Haley, and give her some supervised lessons on how you clean things, otherwise you'll be stuck cleaning "to perfection your way all the time"😊
Ok well now I want to move too because i miss the chaos of it hahaha love the new place queen!
Looks a lovely apartment and I hope you both will be very happy, I am sure you both will do a sterling job on it, congratulations ladies❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
I have kercher sc3 steamer ( quite small, and purchased number of additional attachments separately) and I use it for everything literally. Including wash the walls, tiles, windows, carpets, floors, mattresses and bedding and pillows 😊
Omg, I need to get myself a steamer YESTERDAY. It makes cleaning look so much easier and quicker! 😮 Btw, yellow is my favourite colour so I love your kitchen 💛 And I've said it before but I'm so happy for you and Hayley. I hope you spend many happy moments together in your new home ❤
Congratulations to you & Haley on the new place! I love my little steamer. Wish you both the best. ❤❤
I actually love the new apartment! Congratulations 😁
That rust remover is incredible! Wish we could get it in the UK! Wish you happy days in your new home 🌷
Great job with the cleaning. You always put in a lot of effort but the end result shows it was worth it. If you are planning on staying a year or two in the new place maybe your Landlady might allow you to take down the tiles in the kitchen and replace them? It would not be expensive but it would looks o much better than what is there.
Really excited for all the vlogs that are coming 😍
I'm not sure why you picked that appartment, it's so dated 😅 the first and even the second one is were way better. This one feels darker and almost claustrophobic by having another building in front of it + the glass blocks completely shutting off the veranda. Plus the windows are frosted and not insulated, which is gonna be painful for you next winter :')
There is a reason why it stayed empty for such a long time. 😅
I'm looking forward to see what you will do with the space. I always liked your ideas and visions. 🥰
It is big! I’m so happy for the four of you ❤️. Can’t wait to see you pretty it up 😍. What I don’t like at all is that you can’t see out the windows. That would really bother me.
Finally, but most importantly, give me that paste!! The Pink Stuff sucks in comparison! 😮😍
Thank you 😍🩷 you’re so right I wish I could see the view out the front, luckily the windows on all the sides have three sliding layers and they open up to see the view!
I miss the pink stuff so much but you’re so right this magical cleaning paste works so much better!
That cleaning paste is obviously really strong stuff! You should think of wearing gloves when you use it!
Next time you need a scourer, try a wadded up piece of aluminum wrap. I used it on a sink that looked like it would not be cleanable and it worked!! Now that's what I do with stainless steel!
Congrats with a new house. To do a cleaning before moving in is good for the house and for you. Wish you success in your new project.
I love a good cleaning video haha and the white socks were a mood lmao
This was inspiring! My partner and I just moved into an older home in the US and there is certainly some grime and dust. It’ll be worth it cleaning up though
Is it common, there isn't any window where you see trough? So you aren't able to see the sky, buildings... the world outside? Can't imagine. 😇
I little claustrophobic!
A little claustrophobic!
I find amusing seeing how people clean at different countries. I didn't get the importance of hot water to clean the floors! But soapy water, of course. Then, I've seen other creators cleaning them exactly like Hermione did here 🤭 and that's the usual for them. Maybe a squeegee instead of other tools, like a broom or a sponge.
Beautiful place! So much potential! You'll turn it into something very amazing!!
Mixing vinegar (acidic) with bicarbonate (basic) creates water! And a bit of heat. It looks and feels awesome when using it, but truth be told, it actually doesn’t do much of anything. It is better to use them separately. Bicarbonate is great at dissolving fats, and can be helpful in a sink that is clogged. Vinegar is great at removing lime scale, and can also be useful on the tap or shower head. And warm water can of course also be great for a sink drain to flush some fats out. But it is an old myth that vinegar and bicarbonate is good together, they don’t really match if you look at the chemistry. I like bicarbonate + dish soap, both are basic and creates a nice gritty texture.
Looking forward to see more ❤
So can you not see out of any of the windows? Is that typical for Korea?
I do not understand how this paste cleans up rost so good??!!!
Yay! I’ve been looking forward to this 😃👍
If the smell is coming from the pipe because those are not water-blocked, why don't you install a siphon under your sink? A plastic set costs only a few bucks and it's suprisingly easy to install and highly effective.
But you can’t see out of any of the windows??
Nooooo.
Lovely bright appartement. Maybe cooler in summer on NE side. Hope you have air con? Although change filters after so long sitting empty. Can you not buy a u-bend and put it in yourself under the sink? You Tube is great for Videos to show you how!.. if modern buildings have them, you must be able to buy them there. It would definately be a better long term solution.
So happy for you, the flat is lovely! I’d love a video of how you replaced your shower bar as i have been putting off replacing my broken one😅
Thank you so much 🩷🩷 funny you should say that I finally replaced it yesterday! (And filmed it so it’s coming up soon!)
@@HermioneChantal omg!! thank you! I will be waiting patiently 😂
Put vingar in a soupbowl. It takes care of the smell. (And fruitflies)
So your sharing a bedroom? It's quite a small place and you both need your own you space, being in each others company all the time won't be great & did you know if you clean the floors with bleach you use cold water as hot water cancels it out:) & you can use tomato sauce and tin foil for rust:)
Wait, is Haily your girlfriend? I must have missed a video about her moving in etc
Very beautifuful 🌺🖤😋
I live in the UK and live in a high rise block of flats. I'm in the 07th floor and man does the sinks get stinky your not alone.
oh my gosh .... dont spray those floors with spray cleaner 😳 Water and vinegar is all you need on those floors
Lovely video.👍🥰
어우..청소하시느라 고생하셨네요~ 항상 행복하세요~~
It's not terribly complicated to install a p-trap under your sink. I wonder if this is something you'd consider doing that way you dont have to do the workaround with the sink. 🤔 Plus I think it would make for a very good video since plumbing is something alot of people are scared of but you could make it super newbie friendly.
Put the paste on and cling film it for 30 mins then stains will wipe of easier
soooooooo exciting!
Omg your socks!! Use the steam cleaner on the floor x
I seriously need to clean my house, so what do I do - watch a video of someone else cleaning! 🤣 Looks a great space with plenty of potential for your creativity.
You’re brave….I think the bathroom is horrible…..all the other ones seemed so new. Oh well…a fixer upper for sure and I’m sure you’ll make it lovely!
Okay i am sold on that stain cleaner. Totally buying when i am in Korea this year 😂😂😂
Love your vídeos. I'm from Brazil.
Borax works well for stinky drains too.😊
Aluminum foil helps with rust!!
Thought the landlady would have had it cleaned before you moved in
I couldn't do it but I'm old so..... Good luck on your new place and peace 🕊️
Congratulations to You Both on Your New Home 🥰🥰🇬🇧🇬🇧
That was so gross I would have worn a rubber glove. You did an amazing AMAZING job 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤
Wonderful job cleaning! Can't wait to see how cute you make this apartment!!!
Is Haley American? She's so cute.
Did you try the paste on the window chalking? ❤
Uff this place needs a lot of work. But look at what you've accomplished in such a short time!
Congrats!!!
I want a steam cleaner now!
I so desperately want you to leave the paste on the rust for a monite or so then wipe it off easier
Would you be able to add an S-bend pipe yourself under the sink with some DIY plumbing?
cant wait xxx
Hopefully she's helping too
Ok, that paste is fab. We need it in UK. Pink stuff is rubbish.
It's the paste of dreams
Has anyone happened to have found a UK way of buying the Cheers dog tapestry thing? I am desperate for one 😭
Did the spray make the floor feel sticky?
Even tho they say its CLEAN, I clean when I move in anyhow. I want it done MY way lol