I recently made a lemon curd cheesecake that I was very happy with. In fact, I’m planning to make it again soon. But lemons can be used at home for more than desserts and lemonade. It is actually a great cleaning agent around the home.
1. brighten whites in the laundry by adding 1/4 – 1/2 cup of lemon juice to the wash
2. add a teaspoon of lemon juice to dishwasher detergent to help cut grease
3. combine with olive oil (1 part equally) to create a polish for wood furnishings
4. neutralize pesky food odors from your hands by rubbing them with lemons
5. rub onto taps and let sit overnight to get rid of limescale on faucets
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Great tips! I really like the smell of lemons so using them to clean would make my house smell great…
These are helpful. I have a bunch of lemons sitting around and now I can put them to use
Love love love, your tips! Thank you!!!
I’d never thought about using them for cleaning but I guess now I get why all the store-bought cleaners come in “lemon” scents! Ha!
…you’re right, I never thought of that.
Very handy tips. I love lemons – mostly in my g&t’s, but I will try them for cleaning now ;D x
Oh, I love the wood polish idea! I am definitely going to do that. Thanks!!
Do let me know if you try any of these.
@Vic gin & tonics are a fine use of lemons as well!
Great tips! I’m totally going to try making some lemony wood polish!