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| Pumice stones aren't just for at-home pedicures. Not only do they smooth rough heels, but the pieces of volcanic rock are also a surprisingly effective cleaning tool, helping to tackle all kinds of chores around the house. Pumice stones form when lava cools during an eruption, resulting in a porous, lightweight, and abrasive rock that's often used to exfoliate dead skin and soften calluses. |
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| But did you know they're just as effective at scrubbing away built-up grease and food residue inside an oven? When you can't let that baked-on clump of who-knows-what sit for one more day, break out a pumice stone. They're affordable and eco-friendly, too, making them a must-have tool for any cleaning kit. |
| Read on for tips on cleaning your oven with a pumice stone, plus other uses for this natural scrubber. |
| How To Clean a Grimy Oven With a Pumice Stone |
| Cleaning the interior of your oven can feel like a daunting task — and it is — but this simple tool can remove years' worth of burnt-on food from ovens, stovetops, and barbecue grill grates. |
| To start, simply wet your pumice stone, then get to work loosening the crusty spots. Keep a cup of warm water nearby and continually dunk the stone to ensure it won't scratch the oven's enamel. To put a little less elbow grease into scrubbing, create a cleaning solution using a ratio of 2 cups of water and 1 tablespoon of dish soap. Spray that mixture on greasy, gunky spots and let it soak for five minutes. Then use a pumice stone to scrub off the now-loosened buildup. |
| Tip: Depending on how vigorously you use it, a pumice stone could last anywhere from a couple of weeks to a couple of months. Replace it once it becomes smooth, or at least every two or three months. |
| Hard-water stains, rust, and mineral buildup, oh my! For a nontoxic cleaning solution for everyone's least favorite chore — cleaning the toilet — grab a pumice stone and scrub away. (There are ones made specifically for toilet cleaning, with an attached handle.) Your toilet will be sparkling again in mere minutes. |
| Pet Hair-Covered Upholstery |
| While you may adore your four-legged friend, the hair they leave behind? Not so much. Good news: A pumice stone is an easy way to gently remove pet hair from upholstered items, such as a couch, car interior, or the armchair that serves as Whiskers' preferred sunbathing spot. |
| With a damp pumice stone, use short strokes, working in the same direction to gather the hair. Keep a vacuum handy too, and use that to suck up the piles of pet hair. |
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 | | Wazakura Japanese Ikebana Tool Kit | | Ikebana is the Japanese art of arranging flowers. Cut stems are secured with a kenzan, or pin frog, and placed in a shallow dish partially filled with water. It's a fun creative outlet, and yields simple yet sculptural arrangements. This kit from Wazakura includes a brass kenzan and a small round ceramic vase, both made in Japan by local artisans. There are five finishes available, but I'm partial to sand beige, which blends well with most decor styles. — Kelsey Morrison, House Outlook Editor |
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| Megan McCarty is a Los Angeles-based writer who covers the fun stuff: design, travel, wellness, beauty, and fashion. She has written for publications including Domino, The Spruce, MyDomaine, Bustle, and Rue Magazine. Her life rules include, but are not limited to, zipper when merging, contribute to your IRA, and do the nice thing. |
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