Grandmothers are a source of infinite knowledge: they have an effective solution for every problem that arises. In our fast-paced modern life we often forget the simplest and most effective tips they use to make their home perfect: here we remind you of a few so that you can put them into action and confirm them again , your grandmother was right.
20 Tips for Grandma to Clean the House
“The best thing to make crystal sparkle is newspaper.” Your grandmother must have said this at some point. If it’s not yours, then someone else somewhere on the planet is saying the same.because Grandmothers pass tricks from one to another.
But why not feed them generation after generation? It is enough that they can only be enjoyed by those who have a grandmother who is fully capable of sharing them or who they have remained in the family. It’s time to share them! Just tricks, grannies are non-negotiable.And most of them have almost magical protagonists Commonly used products, there are no rare items that can’t be found. What more could you want?
1. The towels are fluffy and smell good
You’ll need to wash your towels in the washing machine, but follow these instructions to keep them looking like new again: Add a cup of white vinegar to the load and set a hot water wash cycle. Then, start another cleanse, but this time add half a cup of baking soda. Place the towel in a ventilated place to dry. Your towel will be much softer this way!
2. Whiten wooden tableware
They will darken with use, but you can restore them to their natural wood tone when purchased by soaking them in warm water mixed with hydrogen peroxide. It is a natural whitening agent.
Baking soda is a staple in our grandmother’s cupboards because of its versatility: you can even use it as a floor cleaner.
3. Natural ecological floor scrubber
Prepare your own homemade floor cleaner. It’s very simple: Dissolve three tablespoons of baking soda in two liters of hot water, then add half a cup of vinegar and two teaspoons of pine essential oil. You’ll be the talk of the neighborhood because of your sparkling floors.
4. Natural fertilizer for plants
To keep them green and vibrant, add the water left over from cooking the vegetables to the soil. Contains beneficial mineral salts. You can also use crushed eggshells as a plant fertilizer as it contains calcium to dull it.
5. Remove yellow stains from clothes
Those are formed from sweat. Wipe the area with a mixture of hydrogen peroxide diluted to 50% with water and lemon juice. Then wash the clothes in the washing machine and do not dry them in direct sunlight.
6. Don’t let the vase break
Have you ever noticed that the vase in your grandmother’s house weighs several tons? Because its base is filled with sand, it won’t fall off even if you bump it when passing by.
Vinegar has many uses: for example, to disinfect fruits and vegetables.
7. Wash the lettuce
and disinfect. Do you remember your grandmother used to let lettuce soak for a long time? Well, it’s killing bacteria. You have to soak it in water with vinegar for 10 minutes. This also applies to whole fruits and vegetables.
8. Clean Candle Wax
You may need to remove wax residue from the candle holder or sconce. Here’s the trick: Place the object in question in the refrigerator. The wax will freeze and you can easily remove it by “breaking” it. When only traces remain, put it in hot water and mild soap.
9. Clothes are whiter and taste better
Over time, white clothing can take on a gray or yellow tint. Except your grandmother’s clothes. That’s because you put them in a saucepan with boiling water and lemon slices, leave them for a few minutes, stirring occasionally, and then wash them in the washing machine as normal.
10. Eco Duct Cleaner
It’s so annoying when your pipes get clogged or you notice a bad smell coming from your sink and sink, tub or shower. Pour three-quarters of a cup of baking soda down the drain, followed by half a cup of vinegar. Next, pour in a pot of boiling water, let it sit for a few minutes, and then turn on the tap.
11. Soda water to remove coffee stains from tablecloths
fear! Coffee spilled on the white tablecloth. “Calm down, daughter, and bring me kitchen paper and soda,” as your grandmother would say. Soak with paper and add soda water on top and repeat again. The stain disappears with each pass.
12. Perfect boiled eggs
Your grandmother made deviled eggs and they were round and bright. Because when cooking, add a little vinegar to the water, so that if the pot is broken, they will not come out, and it can also prevent the surface from becoming uneven.
13. Shiny, fog-free glass and mirrors
Mix two-thirds water to one part vinegar and soak newspapers, glass and mirror cleaner in it, then wipe dry with a cotton cloth. The bench is upholstered in aqua velvet designed by Gancedo.
If your windows are still dirty after cleaning, don’t hesitate to try this grandma’s trick.
14. Clean window frames, places you can never reach
And it takes no effort. Corners, recesses, hard-to-reach gaps or rails. Add a little baking soda, then vinegar. Some bubbles will form, let it take effect for 10-15 minutes. Remove with paper and you will see the dirt disappear.
15. Cups and glasses with white spots
In areas where water is hard and limescale causes white stains on glassware, fill a large pot with boiling water. Remove from the pot and add two cups of lemon juice and two cups of white vinegar. Place the stained pieces in and let them soak for an hour. They will regain their light.
16. Shower curtain without water stains
You know those black moisture rings that form especially at the bottom of shower curtains? This is done by placing them in a container of milk and leaving overnight. The next day, rinse and reveal your new shower curtain.
17. Eliminate bad dishwasher odors
To eliminate odors in your dishwasher, cut half a lemon and place it in the dishwasher basket when you start the dishwasher. Add soap and set your desired program as usual. When you open it, you will have another feeling world.
18. Restoring the Wooden Cutting Board
Did you know you shouldn’t cut raw meat on it to prevent bacteria from seeping out? Also, you can’t put it in the dishwasher because it will dry out and crumble, but if you’ve done that or your board looks bad, apply mineral oil or beeswax and let it sit 24 hours and remove excess liquid.
As one of the most commonly used appliances we use in the kitchen, wooden boards can become damaged or harbor bacteria.
19. Whiten ceramic tile joints
You have to make a paste of water and baking soda in equal proportions and then apply it to the joints, making sure to fully cover them. Leave on for 10 minutes, then scrub with a brush. Take them out and check how white they are.
20. Polish your jewelry
Is your engagement ring not glowing? Add it to soda and a little dishwashing soap. Let it soak for 5 minutes, then buff with a soft-bristled brush. Rinse and air dry.
Basic products you have at home and their uses
- he vinegar. In addition to dressing salads, cleaning vinegar can sanitize and remove grease. Mix one part vinegar to one part water, put the mixture into a spray bottle, and use it to clean glass and mirrors.
- he lemon. Lemon is one such all-purpose cleaning product. To remove surface rust, check it out: Put a little salt on the area, apply lemon juice and let it work for a few hours. Then just wipe it off!
- this Salt. It’ll keep your favorite pants from fading every time you wear them. Place them in a bowl with water and salt to set the color.
- this milk. Who knew that even though it was white, it could remove pen stains? You must soak the affected area in hot milk and leave it for a few hours. Then, wash the clothes as usual.
- this onion. Raw or cooked, grandmothers used it all the time. For example, remove the burnt crust from the bottom of a pot. Boil some water with a handful of kosher salt and some onion strips. After boiling for a few minutes, the shell will fall off on its own. magic!
Now 5 tricks your grandma may have no control over You have to be the one who shines a light on it:
- Clean the microwave. You use it every day and perform surface cleaning. But to clean the inside, cut a lemon into slices, put it in a cup and add cinnamon. Place the mixture in the microwave and heat on lowest power for 5-10 minutes. Lemon disinfects and cleans, and cinnamon eliminates odors.
- Remove permanent marker stains from floors. They didn’t even exist in your grandmother’s day. But now the grandkids can get up to some mischief. Apply some hairspray or deodorant spray to the floral body and wash with water.
- Cork a bottle of wine. There is a little bit of wine left and when you want to replace the cork that comes with the bottle…it’s impossible! There is no way to get in. Place it in a glass of water (it will float). Leave it for 3 minutes and then try to insert it into the bottleneck. It will soften and become less resistant.
- Boil the water for boiling potatoes first. Because your grandma was in no rush, but we were running in everything we did. If you put one of the peeled potatoes into a pot of boiling potatoes, it will cause the water to boil faster than if all the potatoes were in their skins.
- Is there dirt on the bottom of the kettle? As your grandmother would say, this “gadget” has become a must-have for her and her tea time. If there is some blackening on the sides of the container, boil water with a few slices of lemon and the stain will disappear.
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