{"id":6938,"date":"2021-06-08T01:00:30","date_gmt":"2021-06-08T01:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/echowoven.com\/?p=6938"},"modified":"2021-06-08T01:02:37","modified_gmt":"2021-06-08T01:02:37","slug":"21-lemon-hacks-for-people-who-hate-cleaning-the-bathroom-3-is-everybodys-favorite","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/echowoven.com\/21-lemon-hacks-for-people-who-hate-cleaning-the-bathroom-3-is-everybodys-favorite\/","title":{"rendered":"21 Lemon Hacks For People Who Hate Cleaning The Bathroom (#3 Is Everybody’s Favorite)"},"content":{"rendered":"

They are great at\u00a0breaking down stains and grime buildup, making your cleaning routine so much simpler\n

But why is that?\n

There are 3 key components in lemons that make them so powerful\n

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  1. Citric\u00a0Acid:\u00a0Dissolve hard water stain, break down stains and grime\n
  2. Lemon Oil:\u00a0A potent anti bacterial agent that create prevent bacterial growth\n
  3. D-Limonene:\u00a0Dissolves and break down grease, making it easy to clean.\n\n

    In today’s post, i am going to share with you how you can combine lemon and other easily obtainable ingredients to\u00a0create powerful cleaning agent\u00a0so you’ll save money and elbow grease!\n

    1.\u00a0Remove Hard Water Stains\n

    Hard water are basically dissolved calcium and magnesium in higher concentration.\n

    They stain your sink, faucet shower glass and shower head and cannot be removed with soap and regular cleaner\n

    Wrap in towel paper so that the\u00a0lemon\u00a0gets to soak entirely on the faucet.\n

    Soak the towel in lemon juice and white vinegar if you have some for 10-30 minutes.\n

    Remove the toilet paper and start scrubbing at the remaining minerals and rinse off.\n

    To make your faucet really shine, use some baby oil on your faucet.\n

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    2.\u00a0Create Your All Purpose Spray\n

    Don’t throw away your lemon peels, they can be made into a natural cleaner that’s effective and have a great fragrance.\n

    Here’s how you can make one:\n

    You’ll need as much lemon peels as possible, 1 glass jar with lid and a bottle of\u00a0white vinegar\n

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    1. Fill the glass jar halfway full with the lemon peels\n
    2. Fill the jar to the brim with\u00a0white vinegar\u00a0and cover the lid\n
    3. Store the solution in a dark place for 3 weeks\n
    4. Strain the peels and keep the\u00a0store the citrus cleaner.\n\n

      Combine equal parts of citrus cleaner and water into a spray bottle for your all purpose spray.\n

      How to use this spray?\n

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      • Hard water removal: Spray and let it sit for 10-20 minutes before scrubbing with an old toothbrush\n
      • Deodorize: Spray on cutting board, washing machine and inside the dishwasher\n
      • Clean\u00a0Surfaces: Wipe kitchen counter, sink, bathtub, inside the fridge\n
      • Disinfecting: When disinfecting, allow the spray to sit for at least 5 minutes before wiping up.\n\n

        3.\u00a0Make Some Natural Toilet Bombs\n

        Here’s is a recipe that’ll simplify your toilet cleaning routine.\n

        No more holding your breath\u00a0each time you can clean the bathroom!\n

        Here’s\u00a0what you’ll need for the natural toilet cleaner:\n

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        • 1 cup of\u00a0Baking soda\n
        • Quarter Cup Citric Acid\n
        • 2 Tbsp\u00a0Lemon Juice\n
        • 30 Drops of essential oil\n
        • 1 Tbsp hydrogen peroxide\n
        • 1 Large Mixing Bowl\n\n

          Here are the steps to make them:\n

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          1. Add a cup of\u00a0baking soda, 2 tbsp of lemon and quarter cup of citric acid into the large bowl and start whisking.\n
          2. Add 30 drops of tea tree oil and 1 tbsp hydrogen peroxide into the small bowl and combine\n
          3. Transfer the content in the small bowl over to the large one and whisk slowly, to prevent too much foaming.\n
          4. At this point, you should test if the mixture is of the right moisture. If the mixture does not hold its shape, add more baking soda and if it’s too dry, add more hydrogen peroxide.\n
          5. If the moisture is right, add the mixture into a silicone mould or ice cube making mould and leave it to dry uncovered for 12 hrs.\n
          6. Store in a cool, dry place for future use.\n\n

            We recommend to drop a toilet bomb into the bowl and let is soak overnight before flushing it the next day.\n

            Your toilet bowl will be freshen up, disinfected and you’ll tell the difference.\n

            4.\u00a0Easy Toilet Cleaner\n

            Because lemon is a great stain remover and deodorizer, pairing\u00a0lemon juice\u00a0with borax is a great way to make yourself a powerful toilet cleaner.\n

            To make this, combine 1\/2 cup Borax with half a lemon, pour into the toilet bowl and let it sit for awhile before scrubbing with a brush.\n

            This is an inexpensive recipes that smells great, non-toxic and it gives your toilet bowl that sparkling white finish.\n

            5.\u00a0Eliminate Soap Scums\n

            Here’s how to remove the unsightly and impossible to remove white layer that covers your shower tub, shower glass and bath tiles.\n

            Combine 1 tbsp of dawn dish soap with the juice of 1\u00a0lemon\u00a0and some water.\n

            Dip a sponge or scour pad into the mixture and apply it onto your shower glass while scrubbing simultaneously.\n

            Let it sit for 30 minutes before scrubbing with a sponge.\n

            Rinse with warm water and leave it to dry.\n

            This works on shower glass, tiles and mirror with soap stains.\n

            Tired of regular squeegee that leaves streaks of water behind that is not comfortable to hold?\n

            With this all in purpose squeegee, streak almost never happens because of it’s innovative design that uses only the best materials.\n

            6.\u00a0Deodorize & Disinfect Wooden Utensils & Board\n

            Have wooden cutting board or utensils that have started to smell despite being cleaned?\n

            Here’s what you can do\n

            Prepare half a lemon, coarse salt, bench warm water, dry cloth then follow the 4 simple steps below:\n

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            1. Sprinkle the coarse salt evenly on the wood surface\n
            2. Squeeze the lemon slightly as you use it like a brush to scrub the cutting board or utensils.\n
            3. Leave it to sit for 6 minutes before rinsing off with warm water and dry clean\n\n

              This method is safe for deep cleaning and disinfecting without toxic chemical hence, keeping your food safe.\n

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              7.\u00a0Descale Your Kettle\n

              If you are affected by hard water stains then chances are your kettle has calcium deposit at the base and they look eeky.\n

              Simply add 2 tbsp of lemon juice and\u00a0vinegar\u00a0into half a litre of water before leaving it to boil.\n

              Pour out the mixture and boil again with plain water to get a clean and descaled kettle.\n

              8.\u00a0Clean Your Coffee Maker\n

              After extended use, your coffee maker needs a cleanse to get fresher, cleaner brew.\n

              The good news is that it only takes 5 minutes!\n

              Start by\u00a0running a cycle with just water to flush out the coffee residues.\n

              Next, add a cup of\u00a0lemon juice\u00a0and a cup of water into the\u00a0pot\u00a0turn on the coffee maker to let the mixture run through\n

              After the brew cycle is completed,\u00a0flush the coffeemaker 2 more times with plain water to remove any remaining residue and lemon juice before use.\n

              9.\u00a0Remove Strong Smells On Your Hands\n

              You’ve probably have garlic or onion smell on your hands that never seems to go away.\n

              No worries! Squeeze some lemon juice and add some\u00a0baking soda\u00a0to your hands and rub them together.\n

              Rinse with water and the smell should quickly disappear\n

              10.\u00a0Polish Your Brass\n

              Have your brass lost their shininess?\n

              Here’s what you can do to get it sparkling again.\n

              You’ll need:\n