Harnessing the Power of Hydrogen Peroxide for Home Maintenance ⚛️

You’ve definitely got a brown bottle of hydrogen peroxide in your medicine cabinet or under the sink and we love it as a super versatile and effective tool for various home maintenance tasks. This mild antiseptic is not just for disinfecting wounds; it can also be used to clean, sanitize, and deodorize different areas of your home.

Disinfecting surfaces Hydrogen peroxide is an excellent disinfectant for kitchen counters, bathroom surfaces, and other high-touch areas. 

• Pour hydrogen peroxide into a spray bottle.
• Spray directly onto the surface you want to disinfect.
• Let it sit for a few minutes to kill germs.
• Wipe clean with a damp cloth.

Cleaning Grout Grout between tiles eventually accumulates dirt and mildew. In lieu of bleach, hydrogen peroxide can help brighten and clean grout lines.

• Mix 1 cup hydrogen peroxide with enough baking soda to form a paste.
• Apply the paste to the grout lines using an old toothbrush.
• Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
• Scrub gently and rinse with water.

Whiting laundry Hydrogen peroxide can be used as a natural bleach alternative to whiten and brighten laundry.

• Add a cup of hydrogen peroxide to your white laundry load.
• Let it soak for a few minutes before starting the wash cycle.
• This method is effective for removing stains and brightening whites without the harsh chemicals of traditional bleach.

Carpet stains be gone Accidental spills and pet accidents can leave stubborn stains on carpets. Hydrogen peroxide can help!

• Blot the stain with a clean cloth to remove as much liquid as possible.
• Mix equal parts hydrogen peroxide and water.
• Apply the mixture to the stain and let it sit for a few minutes.
• Blot again with a clean cloth until the stain lifts.

Glass cleaner Hydrogen peroxide can make your glass surfaces sparkle without streaks.

• Spray hydrogen peroxide directly onto glass or mirrors.
• Wipe with a lint-free microfiber cloth or paper towel.
• For extra shine, follow up with a dry cloth to buff the surface.

Sanitize your cutting boards Cutting boards can harbor bacteria and sanitizing should make it to your maintenance list every couple weeks.

• Spray hydrogen peroxide onto the cutting board.
• Let it sit for a few minutes to kill bacteria.
• Rinse thoroughly with water and dry.

Fridge deep clean We love using hydrogen peroxide when doing a monthly fridge deep clean – it not only disinfects but deodorizes.

• Remove all food items from the fridge (door shelves included!).
• Spray hydrogen peroxide onto shelves and interior surfaces.
• Wipe clean with a damp cloth and let it dry before replacing the food items.

Bathroom cleaner Hydrogen peroxide is great for removing mold and mildew from bathroom tiles and fixtures and the accumulation of unsightly and funky stuff in and around the toilet.

• Spray hydrogen peroxide directly onto the funky areas.
• Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
• Scrub with a brush and rinse with water.

**Safety reminder** While hydrogen peroxide is generally safe to use, we like to be extra safe:

• Wear gloves when handling hydrogen peroxide to protect your skin.
• Store hydrogen peroxide in a dark container, as light can break it down and reduce its effectiveness.
• Always test a small, inconspicuous area first to ensure it doesn’t damage the surface you’re cleaning.