These Cleaning Myths Are Only Making Your Home Dirtier

Never Use Vinegar On These Surfaces

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Vinegar is an incredibly flexible cleaner. According to Jessica Samson, spokesperson for The Maid, cleaning vinegar can remove dirt, grease, and grime from almost any kitchen surface. However, it’s incredibly acidic and should never go on solid wood furniture.

Vinegar also degrades porous surfaces, like marble, soapstone, and granite. If you pour a vinegar solution on iron, it could permanently damage the metal. Never clean knives or eggs with vinegar. The eggs will react with the oil, making it much harder to clean.

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