Learn how this natural ingredient cleans and deodorizes bathrooms, flooring, and kitchens.
What Is Cleaning Vinegar?
Cleaning vinegar is made by distilling alcohol from grain and allowing it to ferment.
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Microorganisms process the alcohol into acetic acid, water, or vinegar.
Cleaning vinegar contains around 6% acetic acid.
The acid is what cuts throughsoap scum, grease, and grime and removes mineral deposits incoffee makers.
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Most manufacturers suggest that you do not consume cleaning vinegar because of potential impurities and the level of acidity.
Why Use Cleaning Vinegar?
Cleaning vinegar is less toxic to the environment and less expensive than manycommercial cleaning products.
The more potent concentration of acetic acid can irritate the skin and nails.
How to Make Scented Vinegar Cleaner
Vinegar has a strong smell that can be overwhelming.
The scent will ease up after your nose gets over the initial odor.
However, some do not want to deal with it, primarily if it is used all the time.
Flowers, herbs, fruit, and essential oils can mask or tone down the pungent scent.
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