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While it’s known for easing indigestion and hangovers, Alka-Seltzer has another surprising use: cleaning your home. Beyond aspirin, its key ingredients include sodium bicarbonate (commonly called baking soda) and citric acid, which acts like a stronger version of white vinegar or lemon juice. Discover how Alka-Seltzer can transform your cleaning routine and leave your home spotless.
Cleaning Tips Using Alka-Seltzer
Whether you’re out of your go-to cleaning products or just want to experiment, here are some creative ways to use Alka-Seltzer (or its generic version) for cleaning:
Toilet cleaning made easy
Mytour highlighted this trick back in 2011, and it’s still effective today. As mentioned: “Simply drop two Alka-Seltzer tablets into the bowl, wait a few minutes, then use the toilet brush to complete the cleaning process.”
Removing stubborn mug stains
Even with vigorous scrubbing, coffee and tea stains on light-colored mugs can be tough to eliminate. The solution? Fill the mugs with hot water, add an Alka-Seltzer tablet, let it sit for 15 minutes, then wipe and rinse thoroughly.
Refreshing your coffee maker
When it comes to coffee stains, Alka-Seltzer is your go-to for a spotless coffee maker—especially if you’re not a fan of the strong vinegar smell. Simply dissolve three or four tablets in roughly 10 ounces of water, run the mixture through your coffee maker, and follow up with a few cycles of clean water to rinse it thoroughly.
Create a versatile cleaning solution
For an all-purpose cleaner, mix two or three tablets with about six ounces of warm water, transfer it to a spray bottle, and use it to tackle various surfaces.
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