Lemon is known to everyone as a source of vitamin C and a refreshing ingredient for tea.
But not everyone knows that this bright citrus can become an excellent helper in the household. Housewives suggested 5 unexpected methods for using it in everyday life.
1. Cleaning the microwave
Cut the lemon into slices, squeeze the juice into a bowl, add the remaining parts of the fruit and cover with water. Place the container in the microwave and heat at maximum power for about 3 minutes. After this, simply wipe the inner walls with a soft cloth – all grease and dirt will come off without effort.
2. Repelling cats
If your pet loves to sharpen its claws on curtains or a sofa, lemon will help. Place citrus peels near problem areas or sprinkle them with water and lemon juice. Cats cannot stand this smell and will quickly lose interest in furniture.
3. Marinating meat
Try replacing the usual vinegar or kefir in the marinade with lemon juice. The acid will soften even tough meat and give the dish a light citrus aroma. This marinade is especially suitable for chicken and fish.
4. Removing stains
To get rid of traces of berries or deodorant, apply lemon juice and a little salt to the dirty area.
If you need to clean your hands after picking berries, mix lemon juice with corn flour, apply to the skin for a couple of minutes and rinse with warm water – the stains will disappear.
5. Get rid of weeds
Lemon juice can serve as a natural herbicide. Spray it on unwanted plants in the garden and within a few days the weeds will begin to wilt.
Lemon will replace a whole arsenal of household chemicals. Try these simple methods and save a lot of time, effort and money.
