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1 tablespoon (14g) baking soda 1 teaspoon (5ml) lemon juice 2 tablespoons (30ml) vinegar (optional) It’s easy to keep porcelain sinks sparkling clean with this all-natural, germ-fighting combination: To begin, place the baking soda in a small pile in the sink. Pour the lemon juice on top and watch it start to bubble. Stir with […]
Remove unsightly marks on concrete by applying vinegar directly to the stain.
1/4 cup (60ml) vinegar Bacteria are everywhere, but you can minimize the presence of the harmful varieties on sinks and counter-tops with a good dose of vinegar-its acidity not only kills most bacteria but can also inhibit future growth. Use a clean cloth to apply 1/4 cup (60ml) vinegar to countertops and sinks. Do not […]
Dip silks (but do not soak) in a mixture of 2/3 cup (150ml) mild detergent, 2 tablespoons of vinegar, and 3 1/2 cups (900ml) of water. Rinse well, then roll in a heavy towel to soak up the excess moisture. Iron while still damp.
1 cup (250ml) vinegar Over time, mineral deposits can block the small nozzles of your showerhead and affect water pressure, but a 12-hour soak in vinegar can do wonders to get rid of them. Soak a clean washcloth in 1 cup (250ml) vinegar and wrap it around the showerhead. Alternately, you can give the fixture […]
If you have a septic tank, use vinegar instead of harsh chemicals to clean the toilet bowl. Leave overnight if you can. It will help to keep the germs down
All grease spots must be washed off and any rust removed, and the stove must be cold. Mix black lead with vinegar to a creamy consistency and apply to the metal areas of the stove or fireplace. Polish with a stiff brush when nearly dry.
Remove water stains from leather by rubbing with a cloth dipped in a vinegar-and-water solution. Test in a small area to make sure does not discolor or damage the leather. Not all leathers are created equally, what works with one item might damage another one – always test first.
To rid the smell after an unfortunate bout of sickness, clean the area thoroughly, then place a bowl of vinegar on the floor and leave overnight. This works very well in a car as well, especially in warm weather. Leave the bowl on the floor of the car overnight, with the doors and windows shut.
Get the stale cigarette smoke smell out of clothes by adding 1 cup (225ml) of vinegar to a bath of hot water. Hang the clothes above the steam. Leave them in the bathroom overnight, with a window open if possible.