Cleaning products are available for almost every need, but they are not always the best. First and foremost, chemical products can be quite toxic to humans, animals, and the environment. Go back to basics and try these natural ways to clean with salt. These tips and techniques will save money while making the accessories of modern life much cleaner, greener, and brighter. Clean with salt instead of store-bought chemical products. The results are phenomenal!
Clean Cutting Boards and Wooden Utensils the Natural Way
When looking for natural ways to clean cutting boards and wooden utensils, do not use soap. It will soak into the wood, and next time the item is used, the food it comes in contact with will end up tasting soapy.
Clean cutting boards and other wooden items with salt instead. Liberally apply salt to the damp wood, gently scrub it with a damp cloth and rinse it away before drying thoroughly. Also, do not let wooden items soak in water, even when using salt to clean them the natural way. The water will seep into the wood and cause it to expand, ultimately weaken and possibly break.
Clean and Whiten Outdoor Wicker
White wicker will begin to yellow in time, and when white furnishings are desired, yellow will not do. If the finish is in good condition, do not repaint the wicker.
Use a natural way to fade away the dull yellow tint. Scrub it with a soft-bristle brush and natural saltwater. Allow it to dry completely in the sunlight. The wicker will look far whiter, and it will be clean and ready to use.
Clean and Polish Dull Copper
Products for cleaning copper are available in supermarkets easily. They are not cheap and are also not necessary. Salt and vinegar are great for more than just coating chips and in a bag of crisps. When looking for ways to clean copper without spending a fortune, use a natural salt and vinegar solution.
Begin by covering the copper with natural white vinegar, and scrub away the tarnish and dull spots with salt and a clean cloth. Be sure to rinse away all of the salt and vinegar and dry it thoroughly before storage. If it was not too terribly stained, it should look as good as new.
Clean oily spills or broken eggs
Some spills are very difficult to clean up, especially grease, oil, and raw eggs. Salt can be used as a natural medium to clean it away.
For oil spills on hard flooring, simply pour a generous amount of salt over the mess. Allow it to soak in for a few minutes, and wipe it up easily with paper towels.
