The degreaser is a real savior throughout the house, essential for cleaning, this product removes grease like no other.
Keeping the kitchen clean and spotless takes a lot of effort. Even more so when it comes to removing all the grease from the utensils. To help with this mission, there is an almost magical product that makes all this work much simpler: degreaser.
Everyone has this product at home, or at least has used it at some point in their lives. As the name suggests, degreaser is a specific cleaning product to eliminate grease from utensils and surfaces. It is most commonly used in the kitchen, but can also be used to clean floors, windows, bathrooms, etc.
The most interesting thing about this product is that in addition to helping to remove dirt, which is often difficult to get out, it also leaves objects shining, without damaging or scratching them. But to do this, you need to use the degreaser correctly, even to avoid harm to your health. Because it is a chemical product, and incorrect handling can cause skin irritation.
Therefore, today we will learn more about this product, how to use it correctly, as well as a homemade degreaser recipe.
Defattening
As previously stated, degreaser is a cleaning product used to eliminate grease from greasy surfaces and objects. Such as flooring, tiles, appliances and utensils. The good thing about this product is that in addition to removing all dirt, the degreaser does not damage objects, and also restores their shine.
What makes this product so effective is its composition. Although there are different brands of degreasers, the base is practically the same. These products generally contain water, alcohol, dye and specific fragrances. In this way, the union of these substances manages to break down the fat molecules, facilitating their removal and promoting the cleaning of objects.
How to correctly use degreaser
Knowing all this, it seems very simple to use the degreaser. And indeed it is, but some people do not take due care when handling this product. Generally, all degreasers follow the same application logic. However, it is always good to read the instructions for use of each product to avoid mistakes.
But, in most cases, simply apply the product to the object or surface to be degreased. The amount of product depends on the size of the area to be cleaned and the amount of grease. After applying the product, some products ask you to wait a few minutes before cleaning the surface with a clean cloth or sponge to remove dirt.
Other degreasers do not need time to act, so when you apply the product you can use a cloth or sponge immediately afterwards. In the case of grease stains that are more difficult to remove, do not rub the object too hard or use an action sponge. A second application of the degreaser will probably eliminate the stain completely, without much effort and without having to scratch the surface of the object.
Caveats
Despite being helpful when cleaning the kitchen, degreaser can also be harmful to your health. Of course, when appropriate precautions are taken when using it, this will not happen.
First of all, we are talking about a cleaning product, so it should only be used for this purpose. Therefore, direct contact with eyes and mouth should be avoided.
Furthermore, when the degreaser remains in contact with the skin for a long time, it can result in allergic reactions. Therefore, the recommendation for using both degreaser and other similar cleaning products is to wear gloves and, if possible, protective glasses when cleaning.
Homemade degreaser recipe
And finally, a recipe for a homemade degreaser that is very easy to make, with cheap ingredients that you have at home and is just as effective as industrialized ones. So, to make your own degreaser you will need:
Ingredients
- 300 ml of white vinegar or alcohol
- 300 ml of neutral detergent
Preparation mode
To make it is very simple, just mix all the ingredients and put it in a spray bottle and apply it to the area to be cleaned.
Cleaning Tips
- When cleaning the stove, choose yellow or white sponges. This is because they are less abrasive and will not scratch your appliance.
- Never use a steel sponge to clean the stove, as it is easier to damage the object.
- To further enhance the action of the homemade degreaser, apply a little baking soda to the surface to be cleaned.
- The ideal is to make a small amount of homemade degreaser, as it should not be kept for a long time. So, the ideal is to make a quantity that can only be used on the day of cleaning.
Anyway, what did you think of this article? In fact, take the opportunity to also check out a cleaning guide, what to do first, which products to use, cleaning by room.
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