Vinegar and salt: The secret to spotless glassware
Water stains on glasses are often an overlooked issue in daily life but become noticeable when we have guests over. They can appear after washing by hand or in the dishwasher. We reveal a method to remove these marks using two products commonly found in the kitchen.
These stains ruin the aesthetics and appearance of glasses. Even if they have been washed, unsightly marks give a different impression. Using them daily isn't usually a problem, but when we have guests, we want everything to look perfect. In such situations, a quick method for removing stains from glasses is very useful.
How do stains form on glasses?
Stains on glasses are caused by limescale deposits. They appear when water droplets dry on the glass surface after washing. A dishwasher using rinse aid should prevent this, but it doesn't always work. Simply polishing the glass usually isn't enough, and rewashing the dishes isn’t effective unless they are dried thoroughly. Fortunately, there's a simple trick for quick stain removal.
How to eliminate stains on glasses?
To remove stains, all you need is vinegar and salt. Mix half a cup of vinegar with a cup of water and add a teaspoon of salt. Stir until the salt dissolves. Use this mixture to wash the glasses with a sponge soaked in it. Vinegar and salt effectively dissolve limescale, eliminating all stains with minimal effort. Finally, it's worth polishing the dishes with a cotton cloth for the best results.
Other uses for vinegar and salt
A mixture of vinegar and salt is not just a solution for stains. It also works well for removing tough dirt from various surfaces, including wooden accessories. You can use it to clean a board or spoon that wasn’t washed immediately after use. Pour vinegar over the surface, sprinkle with salt, wait about three minutes, and then wash as usual. No trace of dirt will remain. It's important to dry wooden items thoroughly afterwards to protect them from moisture damage.
