Have you ever tried using salt as a household cleaner? In Japan, salt is not just a spice, it is also a multi-purpose cleaner for the kitchen and bathroom. Here’s how:
- Overnight deodorizer: Place a cup of coarse salt in the toilet overnight. It effectively absorbs and masks any unwanted odors. Rinsing with hot water in the morning will deodorize the entire bathroom.
- Unclogging drains: Coarse salt works wonders in cleaning drains. Simply pour it down the drain as you would in the dishwasher, and the next morning, rinse with hot water to remove waste. Be cautious as it requires a full tank for the toilet.
- Stain removal: Stubborn bathroom stains can give you a headache, but a mixture of half a cup of salt, a teaspoon of baking soda and water can work wonders. Apply this mixture to the affected skin overnight, then gently cleanse and rinse in the morning.
- Gentle Cleaning: For a natural alternative to harsh chemical cleaners, sprinkle coarse or fine salt into the toilet, let it sit, then scrub away dirt with a brush. This traditional Japanese cleaning method is both cost-effective and environmentally friendly, providing a non-toxic way to maintain hygiene.
Using salt as a cleaning agent not only simplifies the process but also proves to be a budget-friendly and environmentally friendly method of household cleaning, inspired by Traditional Japanese cleanliness.
