Lemon juice and vinegar both have good cleaning ability
In the trend of using natural cleaning products instead of cleaning chemicals, white vinegar and lemon juice are chosen by many families thanks to their cheap price, ease of finding and safer to the environment.
According to household hygiene experts, both are naturally acidic, so they have the ability to dissolve dirt, deodorize and clean many surfaces in the house. However, the effectiveness of use will vary depending on the purpose.
Beth Mahoney - a journalist specializing in lifestyle and household hygiene in the UK - said that lemon juice is often prioritized for its pleasant aroma and natural deodorizing ability. This type of ingredient is suitable for cleaning microwave ovens, refrigerators, cutting boards, mirrors or polishing faucets and stainless steel surfaces.
In addition, lemon juice also helps remove lime sludge and stains on pots and pans quite effectively. However, experts advise against mixing lemon juice with bleach because it can create dangerous toxic gases.
White vinegar is suitable for decomposition and multi-purpose cleaning
Meanwhile, white vinegar is highly appreciated for its versatile cleaning ability and low cost. Vinegar is often used to clean glass doors, toilets, faucets, kettles or remove mineral residues accumulated over time.
Experts say that vinegar can kill some types of bacteria and dissolve dirt thanks to containing natural acetic acid. In addition to cleaning kitchens and bathrooms, vinegar is also used by many people to deodorize in washing machines or dishwashers.
However, the biggest limitation of vinegar is its rather strong smell and its ability to cleanse grease is not as effective as specialized products.
According to hygiene experts, there is no completely superior option. Lemon juice is suitable for areas that need deodorization and natural fragrance, while white vinegar is more effective against dirt and overall hygiene.
The flexible combination of both ingredients will help make house cleaning more economical, safe and environmentally friendly.
