MAINTENANCE

Use our white vinegar cleaning solution to break down soap scum, and dirt in your shower & bathtub.

• Mix equal parts vinegar and warm water in an empty spray bottle

 Spray it liberally around your bathtub and shower walls, let it sit for several minutes, and wipe it down with a sponge or soft cloth. For more cleaning power, add a tablespoon of dish soap to your vinegar solution.

Vinegar evaporates quickly and cuts through residue, so it’s perfect for your bathroom windows, mirrors & shower doors. Your all-purpose water and vinegar solution can work here, but in the most efficient ammonia free window cleaner, vinegar takes a back seat to a bathroom staple — rubbing alcohol.Rubbing alcohol evaporates quickly to leave a streak-free shine and disinfects surfaces. It isn’t as effective at cutting through grime, but that’s where white vinegar picks up the slack. Mix them with water in a spray bottle in the following amounts to make the best natural window cleaner:

• 2 parts rubbing alcohol
• 2 parts distilled water
• 1 part white distilled vinegar

Spray the cleaner, and wipe with a clean microfiber cloth, newspaper, or other lint-free material. For more great ideas on tackling bathroom glass.

With hair, dirt, and soap scum constantly filling them, bathroom sinks and shower drains are prone to clogs. To fix a stuck or slow-running sink drain, use vinegar and baking soda to dissolve and dislodge materials without worrying about damaging your pipes.

1. Pour hot water down the drain
2. Dump ½ cup baking soda in the drain
3. Mix one cup of vinegar with one cup of boiling water and pour it down the drain
4. Plug the drain with a rag for 5–10 minutes
5. Pour more hot water down the drain

The acetic acid in white vinegar dissolves hard water stains and mild rust spots, two common issues with bathroom faucets and drains.Spray your vinegar and water cleaner on your bathroom sink and shower faucets, let it sit for several minutes, and wipe it clean with a microfiber cloth. Rinse clean with warm water or a damp cloth, ensuring there isn’t lingering vinegar.Soak a few paper towels in a vinegar solution, and wrap them around the faucets to clean hard-to-reach undersides. For rust, mix a little salt with undiluted vinegar and apply it to the stain. Use a soft or medium-bristle toothbrush to scrub out the rust.

If you have extra tough stains, rings, and stuck-on gunk, sprinkle baking soda over them. Use it as a gentle scrub with a damp cloth or spray it with vinegar to create the gunk-busting fizzing reaction. If you do the latter, let it bubble for a couple of minutes and wipe it down. Rinse with hot water to finish up.

The best way to clean kitchen cabinets is simple, cheap, and chemical-free. Just follow these steps:

• Empty your cabinets.
• Mix a 50:50 solution of vinegar and warm water in a spray bottle. Add a few drops of liquid dishwashing detergent for extra grimy surfaces.
• Spray the solution on the outside of the cabinet doors and let it sit for a minute or two.
• Wipe the cabinet doors clean with a soft cloth. Repeat if necessary to tackle stubborn spots.
• Open the cabinets and spray the inside of the door and the shelves. Let the solution sit on any trouble spots.
• Wipe the cleaner away with a soft cloth.
• Clean around hinges, knobs, and handles with Q-tips saturated in the cleaning solution.
• Wet a second cloth or sponge with clean water and wipe over all surfaces to remove residual cleaner.
• Dry all surfaces thoroughly with a clean towel.

Different types of liners are available to help protect your cabinet and pantry shelves. They prevent freshly washed dishes from warping the shelf, and they’re easier to wipe clean than wood. You can purchase shelf liners, or you can make them yourself from any of these materials:

• Plastic canvas
• Laminated paper
• Wax paper
• Contact paper

The best way to keep kitchen cabinets clean on the inside is never to leave them open. Grab what you need, and then close them. While some dust and crumbs may still find their way inside, the amount should be much lower. If your cabinet doors or drawers don’t close properly, have the hinges or drawer glides fixed as soon as possible.

Wood and water don’t mix. It’s okay to clean with and immediately wipe up a water-based cleaning solution, but otherwise, keep moisture away from your wood cabinetry. This means you shouldn’t hang towels or washcloths over cabinet doors, and you should wipe up any spills or splatters right away. Failure to follow these tips could damage your cabinets and lead to wood rot.

Every six months, apply wood furniture wax to provide a protective barrier for your cabinets. This helps prevent oil, grime, and other debris from sticking to and discoloring the wood. For smooth application, spray the wax onto a rag and rub over the entire surface of your kitchen cabinets.

If you have extra tough stains, rings, and stuck-on gunk, sprinkle baking soda over them. Use it as a gentle scrub with a damp cloth or spray it with vinegar to create the gunk-busting fizzing reaction. If you do the latter, let it bubble for a couple of minutes and wipe it down. Rinse with hot water to finish up.

Quartz countertops are non-porous, making them resistant to bacteria and staining;  In fact, quartz countertops are virtually maintenance free, requiring little more than a quick wipe down. For this reason, harsh cleaners like bleach aren’t required. In reality, bleach can damage the surface of your quartz or cause permanent discoloration to the slab. 

Quartz countertops only require mild dish soap or a gentle cleaning spray such as water and vinegar, plus a soft damp cloth.

The best way to care for your quartz is to prevent damage before it occurs. Use trivets or potholders under hot pots and pans to avoid heat discoloration. And although quartz is fairly scratch resistant, it's always smart to use cutting boards and avoid cutting directly on your countertop surface.

If you have extra tough stains, rings, and stuck-on gunk, sprinkle baking soda over them. Use it as a gentle scrub with a damp cloth or spray it with vinegar to create the gunk-busting fizzing reaction. If you do the latter, let it bubble for a couple of minutes and wipe it down. Rinse with hot water to finish up.