10 Uses of Vinegar to Clean the Whole House

For example, white vinegar can be used to disinfect cutting boards, especially if they are made of wood, or to eliminate bad odors from sponges.

2. Eliminate bad odors from clothes
   White vinegar is very effective in neutralizing bad odors from clothes, but also those from the refrigerator or food containers. For clothes, you can use vinegar as an alternative to fabric softener.
3. Remove limescale
   Thanks to its acidity, white vinegar is a perfect product against limescale, without damaging surfaces. Mix vinegar and water, but adjust the quantities depending on the density of the limescale.
4. Unblock drains
   White or apple cider vinegar, along with baking soda, is a powerful remedy for unclogging clogged drains. It will also eliminate bad odors that form in the sink, shower or bathtub pipes.
5. Remove chewing gum from clothes
   Chewing gum (maybe not yours!) may stick to clothing, making it difficult to remove without damaging the clothing. Apply a little white vinegar to the chewing gum stain and leave for a few minutes: the acidity of the vinegar will dissolve the chewing gum, making it easier to remove.
6. Clean stainless steel and other metals
   Mix one part vinegar to two parts water to clean any stainless steel surface, such as an iron, shower head or ceramic hob.

You can also use vinegar to clean the moka maker: put vinegar in the water tank and bring to a boil, then boil normal water and dry well. The result will be impeccable.

7. Clean the windows
   Vinegar is also very useful for cleaning any type of glass, such as mirrors, monitors and televisions. For the latter, remember to dilute the vinegar in water and not apply it directly to the screen, but to a microfiber cloth.
8. Insect repellent
   By mixing white vinegar with an essential oil such as mint or eucalyptus, you can obtain a very effective repellent against any type of insect (flies, ants or mosquitoes).
9. Clean the oven
   A solution based on vinegar and baking soda is undoubtedly the best remedy for cleaning all oven surfaces. Mix the ingredients, wait for the effervescent reaction to finish, then use the solution to remove the dirt using a sponge. Leave on for 15-20 minutes to remove encrusted grease.
10. Clean the dishwasher and washing machine
    Vinegar is the best product for removing bad odors, bacteria and dirt from dishwashers and washing machines. Sprinkle baking soda all over the surface of the dishwasher, then put a large glass of white vinegar on top and run a wash cycle. The result will be impeccable.

To clean your washing machine, run a normal wash cycle by putting vinegar in the detergent trap.