Vinegar is an essential part of many recipes. It turns out that it is vital for more than just improving the flavor of food. Vinegar can be used for a huge variety of tasks. It is great for cleaning while keeping chemical use to a minimum.
It also has a few unique purposes we bet you haven’t thought of. Check them out!
#1 Soften your feet
Get your feet ready to be seen in sandals. Soften them and remove dead skin by soaking them in warm water with vinegar added.
There are very few things that can remove the smell of skunk from a dog. Use one-part vinegar to two parts water and let it soak into their fur. Let the mixture sit for ten minutes and then rinse it off. You and your dog will be much happier.
Combine half a cup of water with half a cup of vinegar in a microwave-safe cup. Let it steam for a few minutes in the microwave to loosen grime, and then easily wipe down the surfaces inside.
Run water with vinegar in it through your coffee maker or espresso machine and then follow it with just water for a couple more brew cycles. Your coffee will taste so much better after.
Removing carpet stains has never been easier. Add two tablespoons of Borax to two tablespoons of salt and stir it all into half a cup of vinegar. Rub it into the stain, let it dry, and then vacuum it away. It’s that easy!
Mix half a cup of vinegar with two cups of water. Use a soft cloth to wipe the keys with it and then leave them exposed for twenty-four hours. No more sticky keys!
If your clothes are looking a little dull, add white vinegar in with the fabric softener the next time you wash them. You’ll be pleased with the result.
Keep mildew and mites at bay. Add a little alcohol and a few drops of tea tree oil to a spray bottle of vinegar. Spritz your mattress and allow it to dry.
Rinse your fruits and vegetables without having to buy something specifically for the purpose. Add two tablespoons of vinegar to a pint of water for your solution.
Use a solution of half water and half vinegar to wipe down the inside of your fridge. Now, there’s no reason to worry about harsh chemicals being used in the same space your food resides.
Hygiene is important, especially when it comes to things that we touch frequently. Use a cloth with one-part water and one-part vinegar on it to gently wipe off the grime.
Place a cloth with vinegar under a hemline and set your iron low enough that it won’t scorch. Now, you can just iron away established hemlines and old seams.
Keep your black clothing items looking like new by adding half a cup of vinegar during the rinse cycle. It will help to remove any soap buildup and residue.