Vinegar is a magical ingredient. There are so many variations that all have uses in all kinds of dishes from across the world. It adds so much flavor, helps proteins to marinate, and balances dishes with acidity. However, outside of cooking vinegar can be used for a huge range of reasons. For many of these uses, distilled white vinegar is the best choice. If you’d like to see the wonderful effects of using vinegar around your home, then here are a few ideas to get you inspired.
Neutralize Odors
This use is a perfect example of the magic of vinegar. White vinegar can totally eliminate bad smells in a space, simply by placing a small amount in a bowl in the area with the odor. Just leave this bowl here until the smell disappears.
Freshen Up White Fabrics
Bleach is often suggested as an option to remove stains from white fabrics and return them to their brilliant whiteness. However, this uses very strong chemicals, whereas white vinegar can achieve the same result without any toxic ingredients. Simply add a dash to your washing machine the next time you do a white load.
Unblock Drains
Blocked drains can be a nightmare to deal with. White vinegar can help to make this issue much easier to resolve without the need for harsh chemicals. Mix some white vinegar with baking soda in an open container and pour it down the drain in question. Leave for at least 10 minutes before pouring some boiling water down.