Citric Acid Cleanse: How To Do It And How Not To Do It - TAG24.COM

May 15, 2022 9:00 a.m. EDT

Citric Acid Cleanse: How To Do It And How Not To Do It

Citric acid is one of a trio of all-purpose cleaners that work like a treat, but only when used properly. This is like.

There are many reasons to use citric acid for cleaning. It breaks down limescale and dissolves tartar in your urine, but there are a few things to keep in mind, so check out our guide before you scrub.

Citric acid is ideal for removing stubborn dirt or embedded stains (stock image). © 123RF/qwartm

Citric acid is a great cleaning alternative to baking soda, but there is a way to use it properly.

First of all: do not mix citric acid with baking soda or baking soda!

You might be tempted, especially given the impressive chemical reaction that takes place. When mixed, they fizz and release carbon dioxide, but this chemical reaction doesn't help remove the dirt you're trying to remove.

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It's best to just mix these two when cleaning drains, and again only use baking soda at first and just add a citric acid solution later.

You can usually buy citric acid in liquid or powder form at supermarkets and drug stores. And you can easily use it to descale your kettle, faucets or shower head. It also works when you clean the bathroom and toilet.

After descaling the kettle, you can also use the same citric acid solution to remove scale and urine buildup from toilets, experts say.

Citric acid or vinegar are among the three cleaning agents that make up a basic toolkit for dealing with standard household dirt (stock image). © 123RF/Style Photos

This makes citric acid or vinegar one of the three detergents that make up a basic toolkit for dealing with standard household dirt, while the other two are a neutral or all-purpose detergent and a scouring powder.

Your cleaner should be good for removing dirt and grease from floors and most surfaces, while you can use scouring powder for stubborn dirt or stuck objects.

You should not need any other special cleaning agents for standard cleaning and hygiene around the house.

However, be careful when using citric acid and avoid getting it on your skin and eyes. Also, keep it out of the reach of children and remember that acid can damage materials such as chrome fittings, marble and natural stone.

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