Use Vinegar to Clean

Many are looking for ways to get rid of all the harsh chemicals they use to clean with, as well as save some money. Because of this, many are again finding the usefulness of vinegar in cleaning. It is not just for cooking!

• Automatic Coffee Maker – Fill the coffee maker reservoir with vinegar and run the machine on the brew cycle to freshen and clean the machine. Finish by running water through the rinse cycle.

• Microwave – Boil a bowl of one part vinegar and two parts water in the microwave. This works great to loosen all the stuff stuck inside the microwave, making it easy to just wipe it down.

• Brass, Copper, and Pewter – Dissolve one teaspoon of plain salt in one cup of vinegar. Gradually add flour until it makes a paste. Spread the pasted on the metal and leave for 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water and polish until the metal is dry.

• Windows – Put one part water to one part vinegar in a spray bottle. Use just as you would any glass cleaner, much more streak free than those you buy.

• Toilet – Spray toilet bowl stains with vinegar and scrub out stains. Throw about three cups in the toilet and leave for thirty minutes for a fresher smell.

• Clothes – Add one cup of vinegar to the rinse cycle of your washing machine to make clothes softer and dissolve soapy buildup on your clothes. Rub vinegar on to deodorant stains on shirts and wash as you normally would.

It is great to see how you can be eco-friendly and save money at the same time! Look for the extra large bottles of vinegar so you can use it everywhere you need it.

What else do you use vinegar for when cleaning?