White vinegar is a common household ingredient that is not only useful for cooking but also has a myriad of other benefits, especially when it comes to cleaning your gas stove.
If you’re struggling with a greasy and dirty gas stove, fear not! Follow these simple steps to easily tackle the issue:
## Guide to Cleaning Your Gas Stove with Toothpaste and White Vinegar
**Step 1:** Prepare a plastic container and add about 1cm of toothpaste. If the grease on your stove is thick, you can increase the amount of toothpaste for the best cleaning results.
**Step 2:** Add a spoonful of baking soda to the container. Baking soda has powerful disinfecting properties, and when combined with toothpaste, it creates an impressive cleaning effect. After stirring, add a few drops of dish soap to enhance the cleaning power and help remove the grease more easily.
**Step 3:** Pour a bowl of white vinegar into the mixture. The vinegar and baking soda will react and create a lot of bubbles. Stir quickly with a chopstick to dissolve the ingredients.
**Step 4:** Transfer the solution to a spray bottle and spray it directly onto the surface of the gas stove. This allows the active ingredients to penetrate the grease, softening and breaking it down.
**Step 5:** Let the solution sit on the stove surface for 5 minutes to completely dissolve the grease. Then, use a steel brush to gently scrub away the stains. Finally, wipe the stove clean with a cloth to make it shiny and look brand new.
This cleaning method is not only effective for gas stoves but can also be applied to other areas of your home. Here are some additional applications of the solution:
**Bathroom Cleaning:**
Spray the solution on faucets, sinks, toilets, and other hard-to-reach places in your bathroom. Then, use a scouring pad to scrub away the dirt and rinse with water for a sparkling clean bathroom.
**Fridge Cleaning:**
Soak a clean cloth in the solution of white vinegar, baking soda, toothpaste, and dish soap, and wring it out. Use this cloth to wipe down the inside of your refrigerator to effectively remove stains and eliminate odors.
**Cleaning Pot and Pan Bases:**
The bottoms of pots and pans often become black and dirty over time. To clean them, spray the solution on the base, cover it with toilet paper, and spray again. Leave it overnight, and in the morning, use a steel brush to scrub it clean. The stains will come off easily.