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I keep my kitchen spotless with genius 30p hack using common household item… and it saves me hundreds
You probably already have the cleaning tool sitting in your fridge
CLEANING your kitchen doesn't have to be an expensive endeavour, with one handy tool most likely already in your possession.
The easily-available cleaning product can be purchased at your local supermarket for 30p and used to prevent sink blockages.
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Lemons are not just for consumption, according to experts, but can also be used to keep your bathroom and kitchen spotless.
The peels are particularly useful in preventing sink blockages.
All you need to do to maintain a clear and fresh sink is cut the peels into strips, place them in your sink drain, and flush them with boiling water every few weeks.
Plumbworld experts explained that lemon peels make for an effective cleaning product as they are rich in citric acid.
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The citric acid is highly effective at breaking down grease and grime, especially when added to the drain along with boiling water.
Heat enhances the citric acid's ability to dissolve fat deposits and other substances that lead to clogs, the experts said.
The technique helps to clear existing minor blockages and even prevents the formation of new ones, saving users hundreds of pounds as they will not have to pay to repair blocked drains.
A Plumbworld spokesperson said: "Regularly using lemon peels in your sink drain can significantly reduce the need for professional plumbing services.
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"Over time, blockages can become severe enough to require costly interventions.
"By keeping your drains clear using this simple lemon peel trick, you might avoid these hefty expenses altogether."
The spokesperson added that the natural antibacterial properties of citric acid found in lemon peels help to keep kitchen drains sanitary.
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They continued: "This can be particularly important in preventing the spread of bacteria that can cause illness."
Using your lemon peels not only assigns a purpose to leftovers, but also promotes a healthier approach to home cleaning.
The peels contain natural oils that create a slippery coating that prevents waste from sticking to the sides of pipes.
As the peels decompose, they release substances called saponins which act like a detergent and cleanse the plumbing from within.
The clean smell of lemon that will waft from the drainage is just an added bonus of using this cheap trick to clean your kitchen.