Terrifying accident after using a popular cleaning product - ‘I thought it was an earthquake’
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We all know that using the right cleaning products can help get tough jobs done quickly and with minimal effort.
But, when one Australian mum recently went to clean her bathroom sink with a popular cleaning product, the results were far worse than she imagined.
The Aussie revealed how her glass sink completely shattered into pieces after she used a multi-purpose cleaner on it, leaving her wondering how the accident happened.
Sharing the incident on a popular Facebook group dedicated to cleaning and organising, the mum said that she used The Pink Stuff to clean her glass sink.
However, moments after cleaning, the homeowner claimed her sink had shattered into hundreds of pieces.
The mum said she scrubbed the white glass vanity and then rinsed the cleaning chemical off with lukewarm water. Then, the glass started to crack.
The UK cult cleaning product – which is available in major supermarkets in Australia and online retailers – has gained popularity for making it easier to clean certain items, such as shower screens, ovens, and stovetops.
In her post, the woman shared the unbelievable photographs and asked others if they had a clue how this could have happened in the first place.
‘I am not blaming [The] Pink Stuff as I have used it before to clean the same sink,’ she wrote in her post.
She added: ‘But has anyone experienced something like this? I applied Pink Stuff, rubbed gently, and washed it off. After a few minutes, this happened and it was so scary to see.’
She further stated that she thought there was an earthquake happening as she was hearing the glass shatter. ‘Because it was cracking for a few minutes,’ she said.
The woman’s post amassed hundreds of responses online, with many weighing in on what may have caused the issue.
Some pointed out that homeowners in the UK had experienced similar issues while cleaning glass oven doors with the cleaning product.
‘Pink Stuff is not a new product and it should be used cautiously!’ One wrote.
Another social media user said: ‘In the UK, we had loads of people using pink stuff on oven glass. Once the oven heated up the glass cracked! Pink Stuff is an abrasive so it’s not actually meant to be used in areas where heat is applied.’
Many disagreed and said it was unlikely that The Pink Stuff was to blame, adding that the issue was probably the glass sink itself.
One claimed that their glass sink exploded ‘randomly’ while they were cleaning it. ‘Apparently, if there are any imperfections in the tempered glass, this can happen,’ they continued.
Someone said: ‘This does happen to tempered glass, it can spontaneously shatter. Maybe not from the pink stuff though.’
‘We had a vanity like this once that literally shattered into a million pieces,’ another shared before adding that the cause was due to a fitting being too tightly wound and ended up putting pressure on the glass.
‘Thank goodness my crawling daughter wasn’t in the bathroom when it happened.’
Another social media user explained: ‘Cheap glass or a bubble in the glass has caused it to be unstable. Contact installers, as this is not caused by the paste.’
A spokesperson from The Pink Stuff’s Australian importer, Evo, told reporters that they have had no reports of similar incidents.
‘The Pink Stuff is a mild abrasive with huge cleaning power, but it’s non-invasive,’ they said.
The spokesperson assured their customers that there’s ‘simply nothing in the paste that could cause the glass to crack’.
‘Millions of tubs have been sold worldwide, and this is the first mention we’ve ever heard of an affected bathroom vanity,’ the spokesperson admitted.
They also reminded everyone that even the mum herself did not think that the accident was caused by the product, as she claimed that she had used The Pink Stuff before in the same area.
‘We do, of course, care deeply about all our customers, so we have reached out to [the customer]. Evo also has experience in the building sector and would guess the shatter was most likely caused by an unlevel install that stressed the glass,’ they explained.
Here at the SDC, we urge you to do your due diligence when following ‘viral hacks’ on the internet. While we provide safe alternatives for you or warn you of the dangers these tips can bring, we can’t always protect you from unfortunate incidents from happening. So, be careful when trying anything you see on the internet.
What’s your stance on this, members? Do you think that The Pink Stuff could’ve caused this? Let us know your opinions in the comments!
Also, if you want a natural, homemade cleaner for your oven door, we’ve got some tips for you right here.
But, when one Australian mum recently went to clean her bathroom sink with a popular cleaning product, the results were far worse than she imagined.
The Aussie revealed how her glass sink completely shattered into pieces after she used a multi-purpose cleaner on it, leaving her wondering how the accident happened.
Sharing the incident on a popular Facebook group dedicated to cleaning and organising, the mum said that she used The Pink Stuff to clean her glass sink.
The glass shattered within minutes of cleaning it with The Pink Stuff. Credit: Facebook
However, moments after cleaning, the homeowner claimed her sink had shattered into hundreds of pieces.
The mum said she scrubbed the white glass vanity and then rinsed the cleaning chemical off with lukewarm water. Then, the glass started to crack.
The UK cult cleaning product – which is available in major supermarkets in Australia and online retailers – has gained popularity for making it easier to clean certain items, such as shower screens, ovens, and stovetops.
In her post, the woman shared the unbelievable photographs and asked others if they had a clue how this could have happened in the first place.
The woman asked for help from others online to work out how the incident may have occurred. Credit: Facebook
‘I am not blaming [The] Pink Stuff as I have used it before to clean the same sink,’ she wrote in her post.
She added: ‘But has anyone experienced something like this? I applied Pink Stuff, rubbed gently, and washed it off. After a few minutes, this happened and it was so scary to see.’
She further stated that she thought there was an earthquake happening as she was hearing the glass shatter. ‘Because it was cracking for a few minutes,’ she said.
The woman’s post amassed hundreds of responses online, with many weighing in on what may have caused the issue.
The woman didn’t blame the product for the destruction of her glass sink. Credit: Facebook
Some pointed out that homeowners in the UK had experienced similar issues while cleaning glass oven doors with the cleaning product.
‘Pink Stuff is not a new product and it should be used cautiously!’ One wrote.
Another social media user said: ‘In the UK, we had loads of people using pink stuff on oven glass. Once the oven heated up the glass cracked! Pink Stuff is an abrasive so it’s not actually meant to be used in areas where heat is applied.’
Many disagreed and said it was unlikely that The Pink Stuff was to blame, adding that the issue was probably the glass sink itself.
One claimed that their glass sink exploded ‘randomly’ while they were cleaning it. ‘Apparently, if there are any imperfections in the tempered glass, this can happen,’ they continued.
Many also speculated that the cleaning paste is not to blame for the glass cracking. Credit: Facebook
Someone said: ‘This does happen to tempered glass, it can spontaneously shatter. Maybe not from the pink stuff though.’
‘We had a vanity like this once that literally shattered into a million pieces,’ another shared before adding that the cause was due to a fitting being too tightly wound and ended up putting pressure on the glass.
‘Thank goodness my crawling daughter wasn’t in the bathroom when it happened.’
Another social media user explained: ‘Cheap glass or a bubble in the glass has caused it to be unstable. Contact installers, as this is not caused by the paste.’
A spokesperson from The Pink Stuff’s Australian importer, Evo, told reporters that they have had no reports of similar incidents.
‘The Pink Stuff is a mild abrasive with huge cleaning power, but it’s non-invasive,’ they said.
The spokesperson assured their customers that there’s ‘simply nothing in the paste that could cause the glass to crack’.
‘Millions of tubs have been sold worldwide, and this is the first mention we’ve ever heard of an affected bathroom vanity,’ the spokesperson admitted.
They also reminded everyone that even the mum herself did not think that the accident was caused by the product, as she claimed that she had used The Pink Stuff before in the same area.
‘We do, of course, care deeply about all our customers, so we have reached out to [the customer]. Evo also has experience in the building sector and would guess the shatter was most likely caused by an unlevel install that stressed the glass,’ they explained.
Here at the SDC, we urge you to do your due diligence when following ‘viral hacks’ on the internet. While we provide safe alternatives for you or warn you of the dangers these tips can bring, we can’t always protect you from unfortunate incidents from happening. So, be careful when trying anything you see on the internet.
Also, if you want a natural, homemade cleaner for your oven door, we’ve got some tips for you right here.
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