My relationship with this one lonely chemical is like connecting with your farthest relative you have ever known.
We live so near, yet our closeness is so far that I am convinced he was almost useless.
I was wrong. It was not a single-use chemical that I believed in my entire life.
What I have described is my relationship with the hydrogen peroxide, a typical tool you find in your emergency kits.
I thought that this buddy was just for treating wounds. But I guess I have underestimated it.
Do you know that it is a more helpful tool than you can imagine? It’s how versatile the hydrogen peroxide can be.
Here are 15 uncommon ways to use hydrogen peroxide at home.
Tile Grout Brightener
To brighten the tile grout, mix hydrogen peroxide and baking soda. Apply it to the tile grout and let it sit for 10 minutes.
The mixture will allow grime to be easily lifted, rinsed, and scrubbed without using any harmful chemicals.
Kitchen Sponge Deodorizer
Mix hydrogen peroxide and warm water, and let the sponge soak for about 15 minutes.
This will extend the life of the sponge by removing the bacteria that cause it to have a bad odor.
Fridge Cleaner
Apply some hydrogen peroxide by spraying it on the refrigerator drawers and shelves to remove the bacteria and spills.
This will make the corners of your fridge clean without any strong or harsh smells.
Recondition Items
Do you have any items at home or food containers that are plagued with yellow substances? Try using the hydrogen peroxide to recondition those items.
Allow the chemical to sit for a few minutes, or until the item brightens up once again.
Toothbrush Sanitizer
Apply the hydrogen peroxide to the toothbrush heads by soaking them for five minutes.
This will help you reduce the germs on the head and prevent illness-causing germs from sticking.
Stains and Blood Remover
Dab or apply hydrogen peroxide directly on the stained fabric. Let it fizz for a while and rinse it after.
Just be careful when dabbing the chemical, as it may lighten the fabric color.
Cutting Boards Disinfectant
Using plastic or wooden cutting boards when preparing your meal?
Try applying some hydrogen peroxide to reduce the buildup of bacteria and those sticky, bad odors.
Trash Can Deodorizer
Bins are known to emit a bad odor due to the presence of germs thriving inside.
By reducing the bad odor, spray some hydrogen peroxide inside and let it air dry.
Bathroom Surface Cleaner
Tired of using harsh chemicals that disinfect your faucets, preventing a stinky toilet bowl, or an unclean bathroom sink?
Don’t worry about that; they can all be cleaned up by the hydrogen peroxide.
Clean results with no added, annoying smell.
Clean Your Kid’s Toys
Hydrogen peroxide ensures that your kid’s toys are safe and clean by removing the germs and bacteria that build up and are not visible to the naked eye.
A great help to wipe clean the toys, especially during the peak seasons of flu and cold.
Mold Remover
Spray the hydrogen peroxide on the areas infected by molds. Let the chemical sit for about 10 minutes before a thorough rinsing.
This effectively removes the mold without using that strong-smelling bleach.
Glass and Mirror Cleaner
Hydrogen peroxide is also effective in making your glass and mirrors in the bathroom clean and free from any bacteria.
What a great way to clean your bathroom’s fragile items.
Gives Your Towels a Fresh Vibe
When washing your bathroom towels, add a cup of hydrogen peroxide to the laundry load.
This will help you effectively remove those bacteria and odors that stick to your towels, even for a very long time.
High-Touch Surfaces Disinfectant
How often do you touch your TV remote, light switch, and door handles? A lot.
The only way to disinfect them is to apply some hydrogen peroxide to prevent germ buildup. Say goodbye to disease-causing bacteria as well.
Makes Your Stainless Steel Shiny
A shiny stainless-steel item in your home can retain its shiny state by applying hydrogen peroxide with a soft cloth.
After applying the chemical with a cloth, allow it to dry in a buff.
Safety Reminder
For household cleaning, use the 3% hydrogen peroxide you have at home.
Do not mix it with any other product like bleach or vinegar. This is a dangerous thing to do in your home.
To secure its effectiveness while not in use, you may store it in a dark environment to prevent it from children and pets’ reach.
A Tool You Can’t Underestimate
Hydrogen peroxide is not just for wounds; it is for promoting a healthy environment for our homes.
This friend of ours can help us refresh, deodorize, disinfect, and securely clean every corner of our home.
Just one product, and your home will be smartly cleaned.
Reducing the use of harsh chemicals is one way to promote a good lifestyle at home.
Remember this time to treat your hydrogen peroxide with care and great importance.
Find out how it can be a helpful tool in your home by yourself.