As of: February 23, 2024, 8:02 a.m
By: Andrea Stettner
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Instead of chemical cleaning products, you can also use simple home remedies for cleaning and descaling.
This protects the environment and saves money.
More and more people are using environmentally friendly cleaning products when cleaning their homes.
Natural home remedies from the kitchen cupboard are a real alternative to chemical cleaning products, and are also inexpensive and versatile.
So you can safely save on bathroom cleaners, scouring milk or special products for cleaning windows.
In this article we will introduce you to the five most important home remedies from which you can make your own cleaner for any purpose.
1. Vinegar or vinegar essence
Vinegar is not only a popular seasoning in the kitchen, but also a powerful home remedy for cleaning and descaling.
Vinegar essence is the concentrated version of vinegar.
It is composed of 25 percent acetic acid and 75 percent water, in contrast to vinegar, which only has five percent acetic acid and 95 percent water.
Therefore, vinegar essence is a stronger cleaning agent and should always be diluted with water.
Some ways you can use vinegar or vinegar essence in the household:
Descaling household appliances:
Vinegar can effectively dissolve limescale deposits in kettles, coffee machines and irons.
Descaling faucets and shower heads:
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Limescale deposits on the shower head can be easily removed with vinegar and faucets in the kitchen and bathroom can be descaled.
Clean windows and mirrors:
A mixture of vinegar and water is ideal for cleaning mirrors and windows without leaving streaks.
Drain cleaning:
Vinegar can loosen blockages in the drain.
Simply pour four tablespoons of baking soda and a cup of vinegar into the drain, let it work for a moment and then rinse with hot water.
It is generally recommended to wear gloves when cleaning with vinegar because it is an acid.
After use, the room should be sufficiently ventilated so as not to irritate the respiratory tract.
2. Citric acid and lemon juice
Citric acid, whether in powder or liquid form, is ideal for descaling and cleaning, as is vinegar.
The natural juice of a lemon is often enough.
Here are some possible uses:
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Remove limescale deposits:
Citric acid is ideal for removing limescale deposits in toilets, kettles or shower heads.
Fresh scent in the microwave:
A small bowl of lemon juice and water heated in the microwave eliminates unpleasant odors and makes cleaning easier.
Remove odors from cutting boards:
A mixture of lemon juice and salt is ideal for removing intense garlic or onion smells from cutting boards.
Remove stains from clothing:
Does your white shirt have a yellowish deodorant stain on it?
Then citric acid will help get rid of the stains.
3. Baking soda or baking powder
Baking soda, which is also contained in baking powder, is one of the most versatile home remedies.
Some examples of uses for baking soda and baking powder would be:
Cleaning ovens:
Apply a paste of baking soda, water and salt to the oven surfaces of the oven, allow to act and then wipe to remove stubborn dirt.
Drain cleaner:
Baking soda and vinegar free drains from annoying blockages and odors.
Washing machine cleaner:
Baking soda works wonders against the smell in the washing machine.
Grease deposits on kitchen cabinets:
Mix baking soda with water and a splash of lemon juice - the paste will dissolve stubborn grease from kitchen cabinets.
4. Washing soda
Washing soda, also known as sodium carbonate, pure soda or soda ash, is a powerful cleaning agent with many uses:
Clean carpet:
Soda ash proves to be an effective stain remover for dirty carpets.
Clean tile grout lines:
A washing soda solution works well for cleaning dark tile grout lines.
Drain cleaner:
Pour one to two tablespoons of washing soda into the drain and add hot water - effectively clears drain pipes from blockages.
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5. Salt
Salt is not only an indispensable spice, but can also be used in cleaning.
Here are some applications:
Cleaning pans:
Salt is ideal for loosening burnt residue in pans.
Simply sprinkle salt on the affected areas, mix with water and let it take effect.
Clean baking trays:
Salt is the perfect way to loosen burnt-on residues on the baking tray and clean it sparkling clean.
To do this, the salt is generously distributed on the baking tray and heated in the oven at 50 degrees.
Remove red wine stains:
Simply sprinkle salt on the fresh red wine stain - the spice will absorb the liquid and prevent anything worse from happening.
These five home remedies not only offer an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional cleaning products, but are also inexpensive and available in every supermarket.
This article was created using machine assistance and was carefully reviewed by editor Andrea Stettner before publication.