Vinegar is truly an irreplaceable household item. It can be used to clean, disinfect, wash, remove ingrained odors, and at the same time be used in cooking. A rare combination for an inexpensive product.
However, there are situations in which vinegar does more harm than good.
We will tell you which surfaces and objects are better cleaned with something other than acetic acid.
Natural stone
Anything made of this material – countertops, decorative elements and other surfaces – cannot be cleaned using vinegar. Acid can cause a change in the color of natural stone, loss of gloss and shine. Even if you accidentally spill acid on such a surface, do not be lazy to wipe it off immediately.
Laminate and parquet
Laminate may fade from contact with vinegar, and the acid also has a depressing effect on natural wood materials. The same applies to any polished surfaces. Furniture will become dull after contact with acetic acid, so only industrial products recommended by the manufacturer should be used.
Aluminum cookware
As you know, vinegar is the best way to combat limescale, but when it comes to cleaning aluminum utensils, you shouldn't do it. Geyser coffee makers, electric kettles, other aluminum utensils and decorative elements will become covered with unsightly stains when in contact with acetic acid.
In this case, housewives make do with a paste made from baking soda.
