‘Nothing works better’ to repel dust from skirting boards for months than 1 household item

Skirting boards are often forgotten in daily routines, slipping under the radar when tidying . They sit at the bottom of the wall, so they don’t get noticed unless dirty or damaged.

Not can lead to more than dust buildup. Over time, they can accumulate dirt, , scuffs, and cobwebs. Skirting boards are a buffer between walls and floors, so they’re prone to collecting debris from both areas. Dirt from the floor can settle on the bottom, and dust from the walls or air can collect on top.

To remove the dust and “keep it away for months” fans shared their go-to methods after one woman shared her dilemma.

Taking to the Army Cleaning Tips Facebook page, Stef Thomas said: “Sticky dust above the skirting board, how to get rid please?”

While some group members recommended using tumble dryer sheets, something more households would have that was highly suggested is fabric softener.

Gemma Rees said: “Fabric softener, stops the dust settling again really quick and makes the house smell nice at the same time.”

Tina Archer recommended: “Fabric softener in bowl of hot water and wash them down.”

Rhona Marshall said: “My friend told me to wipe down skirting with fabric conditioner, but nothing sticks. I tried it, and it definitely works. Nothing works better to keep the dust away for months like this.

“I just wet a cloth with warm water and put it on straight from the conditioner bottle and just kept rinsing the cloth. My kitchen smelled lush after as well.”

Fabric softener helps to break down dirt and dust and leaves a fresh fragrance behind.

It will leave an undetectable wax coating on the boards to prevent dust from sticking and settling.