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Brilio.net - The kitchen sink is the most frequently used but is prone to dirt , oil, and bad odors. Food scraps, grease, and liquids from various cooking and washing activities accumulate on the surface of the sink, causing layers of dirt that are difficult to clean.
This dirt not only makes the sink look unhygienic, but can also be a source of bacteria and germs that are harmful to health.
Oils and grease left behind after washing dishes and utensils are often a problem in themselves. They can stick to the surface of the sink, making it slippery and greasy. They can also settle in the drain, causing hard-to-remove blockages and potentially causing unpleasant odors. If not cleaned regularly, these oils and grease will build up, making the cleaning process more difficult and time-consuming.
Bad smells in the kitchen sink usually come from food residue stuck in the drain or from oil and grease deposits that have begun to rot. These odors can spread throughout the kitchen, disrupting the comfort and cleanliness of the environment. Therefore, maintaining the cleanliness of the sink regularly is very important.
Well, to clean the sink, you don't need to use special materials or tools. There is one kitchen dregs that can be used to eradicate odors and oil in the sink. Reported by BrilioFood from Instagram @alonaloewen on Sunday (3/11), the kitchen dregs in question are lemon peels.
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But for maximum results, you can use wire wool and additional dish soap when cleaning the sink. The method is, take the wire wool, then insert the lemon peel into the wire wool. Next, pour enough dish soap onto the surface of the wire wool and lemon peel.
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Once done, use the tool to scrub the entire surface of the kitchen sink. Rub evenly over the entire kitchen sink. If there are stubborn stains, scrub harder. After that, rinse with running water until there is no soap residue and dirt left.
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Basically, lemon peel is an effective natural ingredient to remove stains and bad odors in the sink because it contains several beneficial properties and compounds. Lemon peel contains citric acid, which is a natural cleaning agent. Citric acid has the ability to dissolve dirt, stains, and mineral deposits that often stick to the surface of the sink. This acidic property also helps break down oil and grease, making it easier to clean.
On the other hand, lemon peels also have a strong and pleasant fresh scent. Scrubbing the sink with lemon peels or using grated lemon peels in a cleaning mixture can freshen the air around the kitchen, replacing unpleasant odors with a pleasant citrus scent. The scent of lemon can also help neutralize odors that come from food scraps or organic matter trapped in the drain.
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