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Find out how to use vinegar for house cleaning

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Vinegar is a very useful and efficient cleaning agent, not to mention that there is always a lost bottle with salad dressings. For those who want to explore alternatives to industrialized cleaning products, vinegar has a lot to offer!

The term vinegar, derived from the French, means sour or sour wine. It is a contaminant substance in wine and is often used as a seasoning. Its chemical composition is acetic acid.

where to use

Vinegar is very good for cleaning surfaces and removing grease. It is a common ingredient in commercial cleaners. To use it for cleaning the house, just wipe the dust off with a dry cloth and then add a mixture of ½ cup of water and ½ cup of vinegar to a container and splash on the dry surface. Vinegar is a grease remover and leaves no residue. However, it is not advisable in varnish and wax coatings - it can degrade the texture of the area.

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What is the best type of vinegar for cleaning?

Vinegar cleaning is what there is. We can use any of them - the apple one is usually more organic compared to the others. But for price reasons, anyone will do. It is advisable to test a small area before using the darker types as they may leave residue.

But vinegar leaves a smell, doesn't it?

Yes, vinegar leaves a slight smell, however the aroma does not remain for a long time and it is important to dilute the product with water at a ratio of 1:1 so that the smell is not too strong. And you can also add a drop of essential oil to give it a better scent. Understand more about them in the article: "What are essential oils?".

Vinegar can also be used as a deodorizer for clothes and environments. For example, to remove tobacco smell from upholstery and cabinets.

Is it possible to combine vinegar with other cleaning agents?

Yes, vinegar goes with salt. The second is ideal for cleaning metal surfaces.

Is there any risk in cleaning with vinegar?

Vinegar is acidic and astringent so it is an excellent cleaning product, but can cause irritability if not diluted with water. Therefore, never clean with pure vinegar. Other typical precautions must be taken, such as: leaving the vinegar away from children and avoiding contact with mucous membranes during use. Other than that, it is a completely harmless product.

Cleaning windows and mirrors with vinegar

• 100 ml of vinegar of any kind
• ½ bucket of water
• old newspaper

Use a cloth dampened with the mixture to remove most of the dirt on the windows. Afterwards, remove excess moisture with newspaper until the glass dries completely.

Cleaning lemon with vinegar

To remove the slime that accumulates in the wet parts of the sink or bathroom, a more concentrated solution is recommended (1:1 of water and vinegar), this ratio is very good for degreasing the stove and oven.

But don't throw away the solution, just find a used plastic bottle and save the product for the next cleaning. So, we do the upcycle of packaging as well.

making own vinegar

We found a great tip for those who like wine, but never drink a whole bottle, the rest of the drink tends to oxidize and "turn to vinegar", this expression makes a lot of sense. Check out the recipe!

• Red or white wine remains
• 1 wide-mouth bottle
• 1 old cloth
• Banana peel
• Mint

Place the leftover wine into a medium-sized, wide-mouthed bottle, add the banana peel and mint sprig. The second step is to cover with the cloth and let it rest for a few months, then just filter the mixture and use! It's important to know that the quality of vinegar is measured by the wine, so bad wine doesn't make good vinegar.