I could not call this piece ‘Green House Cleaning Ideas’ since Ammonia and other chemicals are on occasion part of the mix so I changed the title to ‘slightly greener’.
Of all the cleaning tips compiled by The Vinegar Institute, there is only one that I tested, the Coffee Maker Cleaning solution (automatic maker only):
"White distilled
vinegar can help to dissolve mineral deposits that collect in automatic
drip coffee makers from hard water. Fill the reservoir with white
distilled vinegar and run it through a brewing cycle. Rinse thoroughly
with water when the cycle is finished. (Be sure to check the owner’s
manual for specific instructions.)"
I actually got the suggestion from a lady at a local supermarket. It does work.
in the 100% Green, count removing Water or alcohol marks on wood:
"Stubborn rings
resulting from wet glasses being placed on wood furniture may be
removed by rubbing with a mixture of equal parts of white distilled
vinegar and olive oil. Rub with the grain and polish for the best
results."
Do you get Ants issues during the summer here is an Ant deterrent:
"Ant invasions can sometimes be deterred by washing counter tops, cabinets and floors with white distilled vinegar."
Worse trouble is Getting Rid of Fruit Flies, Have you tried this:
"Place a bowl filled with ½ quart water, 2 Tbsp. sugar, 2 Tbsp. apple
cider vinegar and a couple of drops of dish soap to attract the fruit
flies. Always eliminate the source of attraction, i.e., ripened
produce."
As The Vinegar Institute notes, none of these tips have been lab tested, they are only suggestions for you to try.
Found my way to The Vinegar Institute thanks to Village Green (San Francisco Chronicle)
A practical Green Day #41
Previously: Can you Walk or Ride your Bike Down the Street without being Run Over?