12+ Ways To Use Borax Around The House
July 17, 2019
source: Balcony Garden Web
I always remember my grandma using Borax to clean her house and do laundry when I was a kid. However, Borax is useful for so much more than just those things! Here are a bunch of brilliant ways to use Borax around the house that you’ve probably never heard of before.
1. Deodorize The Fridge
Mix together a few spoonfuls of Borax and water. Use the solution to wipe down your fridge’s shelves and drawers, and any foul fridge odors will be gone.
2. Remove Rust
To remove rust from a metal object, mix together one tablespoon of Borax, one tablespoon of lemon juice, and a small amount of water until it forms a paste. Use an old toothbrush to scrub the object with the solution before rinsing.
3. Clean Tile
To clean mildew and hard water stains from your shower and bathroom tile, sprinkle some Borax on a damp sponge and use it to scrub everything down before rinsing.
4. Clean Mattresses
Borax works wonders for removing urine stains and odors from mattresses. Simply wet down the area, then sprinkle Borax onto it. Wipe down the area with a cloth, then let it dry. Once dry, vacuum up the Borax.
5. DIY Air Freshener
To make a DIY air freshener, mix together half a cup of Borax and about a cup and a half of water in a spray bottle. Spray the solution onto any fabrics or furniture you want to deodorize.
6. Clean Sinks
To clean a porcelain or stainless steel sink, make a paste using Borax and lemon juice. Scrub the paste onto the sink before rinsing with warm water.
7. Remove Towel Odors
If your towels have taken on that damp, mildew smell, soak them in a solution of equal parts Borax and water for a few hours. When the time’s up, wash them as you normally would.
8. Kill Weeds
To rid weeds without using harsh chemicals, make a solution of Borax and water, then spray the solution directly onto any weeds.
9. Deodorize Carpets
To deodorize the carpets in your home, sprinkle a generous amount of Borax on them. Let it sit for a few hours, then vacuum it up.
10. Deter Pests
To deter mice and other pests from making your house their home, sprinkle Borax along your basement walls and any other areas where you suspect pests like to hide.
11. Remove Clothing Stains
To remove a stubborn clothing stain, make a paste using Borax and water. Apply the paste to the stain and let it sit for an hour or so. Then, wash the piece of clothing as you normally would.
12. Clean Toilets
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To deep clean your toilet, sprinkle some Borax around the edge of the toilet bowl. Let it sit for a minute or two before scrubbing it with the toilet brush.
13. Remove Sticky Residue
To remove leftover sticker residue, make a paste with Borax and water and apply it to the adhesive. Let it sit for a few minutes before wiping it off.