Six Old-school Money-saving Cleaning Tricks by Edna Thomson
December 05, 2015Cleaning Tips, Guest Post,
Our grandmas surely knew how to save on cleaning
supplies. They used old socks and shirts as cleaning rags and unusual pantry
ingredients to get rid of grime, stains and grease. Here are some of the
cleaning tricks they used to keep their homes spic-and-span.
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1. Remove water rings on the wood
using salt
When our grandparents couldn't clean water rings on
their wood furniture, they didn't rush to the store to get this super effective
chemically-based cleaner that “works wonders”. Instead, they would make a paste
of equal parts table salt and olive oil and apply it to the rings. This
solution works well on any wood surface. You just have to apply it and let it
sit for an hour. After that just wipe it clean with a clean cloth or a sponge.
The rings will be gone.
2. Clean your showerhead with vinegar
Add vinegar in a plastic bag and tie it around your
shower head. Make sure that the whole showerhead is submerged in the solution. Let
it rest overnight. Check it in the morning. The vinegar will have done its
thing. Rinse off and that's it.
3. Use Tang for your toilet
In the past, people would use Lemon Kool-Aid to
disinfect their toilets. However, that being said, they didn't realize that
they were doing more harm than good. The powdered drink mixes contain a number
of flavors, which contribute to bacteria growth. Instead of getting rid of
germs, Lemon Kool-Aid might actually provide breeding conditions for more
bacteria.
You might have also heard that some people use regular
cola to wash away dirt and gunk from their toilet bowls. However, cola has
sugar, which stimulates the growth of bacteria. So, the tasty beverage isn't going
to work for this particular job either.
What you can use is denture cleaning tablets used by
companies like SW8 End Of Tenancy Clean.
They have disinfecting properties and will work their magic on your toilet.
Just drop a few tablets into the toilet and you are good. Another way to go is
to use Tang, the orange-flavored drink. Just make sure to buy it at the lowest
price you can find. Buy one of those soft drink mixes and sprinkle a little
over your toilet bowl. Let it work for a few minutes. Brush well and flush.
4. Polish silver with toothpaste
If you don't have one of those polishing cloths for
silver, don't sweat it. You can restore the shine to your silver jewelry with a
little bit of fluoride toothpaste. Apply a dab of toothpaste on your items and
rub well with your fingers. Keep rubbing until it becomes dark. Allow it to
rest for a few minutes, then rinse off. Wipe dry. If the silver doesn't shine,
repeat the procedure.
5. Polish stainless steel with mineral oil
If you want your stainless steel appliances to look
their best, go for mineral oil. Here is what to do. First off, clean the
appliances with your regular cleaning product
and wipe dry. Then add a small amount of mineral oil or baby oil to a slightly
damp rag and wipe down the appliances. Next, buff dry with another clean rag.
The surface will be streak-free. Cool, isn't it?
6. Remove mold and mildew with cheap vodka or tea tree
essential oil
Pour some inexpensive vodka in a clean spray bottle.
Apply on the affected area and let it work for about half an hour. Go back to
it and spray the affected area with vodka one more time. Rub vigorously the
surface. Bye, bye, mildew!
Another successful formula for removing mold and
mildew is using tea tree oil. Fill a spray bottle with water and add about two
teaspoons of tea tree essential oil. Shake well. Spray over moldy areas and let
sit for a good hour. Then go back to it with a brush in hand and rub.
Try these cool cleaning methods for a sparkling clean
home and a healthy wallet.
Written by Miss Edna Thomson
Written by Miss Edna Thomson
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