According to a study by Statista, British households spend on average between £83 and £202 per year on cleaning products .
This could bring in more than £10,000 over a lifetime - a sobering thought, especially in the current cost of living crisis.
Luckily, a cleaning expert offers ways to save money by simply swapping expensive cleaning products for a common household item.
Nancy Emery of Tap Warehouse shared her top three tips for using white vinegar in the kitchen to save time and money.
Replace the expensive rinse aid in the dishwasher
Nancy says dishwasher rinse aid is an "expensive luxury" – 400ml costs up to £4. But white vinegar can help.
She explained: "You can buy a liter of white vinegar for just 82p a litre. White vinegar is great for removing bad odors caused by trapped food particles and dirt in the dishwasher.
"For a deep clean once a month, add 250ml of white vinegar to a dishwasher-safe container and place it on the top rack of the empty dishwasher. Run a full cycle to eliminate food debris buildup. Grease and soap in the dishwasher.
Treat limescale deposits around faucets
To remove limescale from faucets, simply "mix equal parts white vinegar and water and dip the cleaning cloth into the solution." Then apply to the lime and rub gently.
Nancy added: "If you've chosen a faucet with a special finish such as matt black, chrome or brushed brass, try using a 75/25 lemon juice solution on the water. Gently rub the solution onto the faucet with a soft sponge and allow it to dissolve limescale deposits for a few minutes before rinsing. Always use a soft cloth for cleaning.
Banish food stains from the microwave
According to Nancy, it helps to remove unpleasant food stains by "adding two tablespoons of white vinegar to two cups of water in a microwave-safe bowl" and then letting it run for two to three minutes. Afterwards, "you will find it much easier to wipe away grease and dirt with a clean cloth."
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