6 things that should not be cleaned with dishwashing liquid

1. Cast Iron cookware

Frying pan made of cast iron is durable, easy to use and very versatile. Roast meat on it, scrambled eggs, potatoes or pancakes - excellent dishes are obtained. But between the preparations necessary to clean the pan to get rid of odors that iron absorbs very well. And, of course, it is important not to spoil the dish.

Cooking utensils made of cast iron is not recommended to wash conventional dishwashing. This is not strictly prohibited, but there are ways much more effective.

How to clean a cast-iron cookware

Place the used dishes under hot water. To avoid burns, wear gloves. With the help of a sponge or a stiff brush to remove food residues from the surface.

To get rid of stuck pieces of food, use a thick mixture of water and salt. Wipe such "scrub" the surface with a sponge or paper towel. Remove salt residues.

Thoroughly dry the dishes. You can dry it on a plate with low power burners or just dry with a towel. So you protect iron from rust.

Use a paper towel, apply a thin layer of vegetable oil on the inner surface of the cookware. Spread over the entire area and remove the excess. This will create a protective non-stick layer. Clean dishes in a dry place until next use.

Clean cast-iron dishes by hand immediately after use. Do not soak it: rust may appear. Clear cast iron cookware from rusting, you can use salt and potato tuber, following this manual.

2. Geyser coffee

Hot coffee does not require detergent for dishes. manufacturers claimHow To Clean a Moka PotThat light coffee plaque, which eventually accumulates on the bottom of the bowl, gives the beverage a rich flavor. A dishwashing detergent removes it.

How to clean a coffee maker Geyser

Disassemble the coffee machine into its component parts.

Shake out of the cup coffee maker coffee residues. Rinse each element under warm water until the coffee fine particles not completely disappear.

Wipe dry or leave to dry naturally.

When all the elements are dry, reassemble the coffee maker. Done, you can make coffee.

3. Silver plate

Cutlery and utensils made of silver fade with time and darken. And dishwashing detergent will not help to return to their original state.

How to clean silverware

• Mix in a container one tablespoon of salt and soda.
• Add half a cup of vinegar.
• Pour one cup of boiling water.
• Place in a bowl cutlery or crockery so that they are completely covered with water and do not touch each other.
• Leave on for half an hour (if pollution powerful, it may take more time).
• Remove the cutlery or dishes, and wipe dry with a clean towel.

Keep silverware dry separately: repack each device in special paper (e.g. parchment), or put in a separate section.

4. Vegetables and fruits

Many people use a cleanser to rid the vegetables and fruits from pesticides. However, food safety experts do not recommendSafe Handling of Fruits and Vegetables Wash fruits and berries means for washing dishes. according to researchRemoval of Trace Pesticide Residues from Produce, It is no more effective than running water.

How to wash fruit and vegetables

• Wash your hands with soap under warm water.
• Remove or trim unwanted leaves and stems.
• Remove additional impurities (e.g., ground) via brushes.
• Wipe the brush the fruit with a thick skin before you will take it off.
• Wash fruits and vegetables under running water.
• Wash your hands again with soap and water.

Wash fruit and vegetables just before eating or cooking.

5. Hands

Even gentle and mild dishwashing detergent is not suitable for regular use as hand soap. It can dry up the skin. It is better to wear rubber gloves when washing dishes. Your skin will remain intact, and you will reduce the risk of getting burned if the water is too hot. And even more do not use detergent for cleaning delicate facial skin. It even sounds painful.

6. Car

To some, this idea may seem a little strange, but she has followers. In fact, long-term use of unsuitable tools Paint brokenWhy you should not use washing-up liquid to wash your carAnd the body of the car dims. If you like to direct cleanliness in the car with their hands, then go for a self-service car wash, which will be given all necessary for this.

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In each thing its purpose. Of course, sometimes it turns out to find an unexpected use for quite a conventional vehicle or object, but we must act cautiously. If the label says "dish" means this dish. And not for all.

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