Vinegar is a cheap and common household item that is not only effective but also safe for cleaning many unexpected things around the house.
It’s a “powerful multi-purpose cleaning” because it boasts acetic acid, which is “a colorless organic compound” that is “so powerful” that it can “dissolve mineral deposit, dirt, grease and grime,” as well as “kill bacteria,” according to Healthline.
Whether you’re cleaning your kitchen counter, sinks and showerheads, toliets, or even doing laundry, the powerful natural cleaning agent can get the job done without the toxic chemicals found in many cleaning products found at the store.
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Mary Findley of Go.Clean.com, a popular cleaning resource, who is a former pro cleaner and author of “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Green Cleaning,” explained how to use vinegar to clean your drain.
She says to start by pouring vinegar onto a scrub brush that is small enough to get inside the disposal. Then, you should sprinkle the brush with baking soda before you get to work.
Now, you are ready to start scrubbing down the drain. Using this natural yet powerful combination will not only remove odours but also get rid of difficult-to-remove, built-up grime, she says.
Many popular cleaning products found at convenience stores contain harsh, toxic chemicals that are bad for both the environment and human health.
There are many natural, cheap and effective alternatives that you likely already have at home, including vinegar, baking soda and citrus.
You can also use free, non-toxic shopping apps like Clearya to make sure the products you buy are safe.
