The famous “tooth paste” is not only used for oral hygiene! Indeed, this little tube that populates all bathrooms can be used differently on a daily basis. And if it is particularly excellent for removing unpleasant odors from the hands (onion, fish, etc.) or de-yellowing nails, it is also an outstanding deodorizer and stain remover, very popular for home maintenance and shine of all surfaces. Grandma offers you an overview of tips for removing stains with toothpaste.
In addition, discover 12 incredible things that you can clean with toothpaste!
1) Remove stains from clothes with toothpaste
It is more economical than a traditional commercial stain remover. So, whether it’s to remove a makeup stain (especially lipstick), a grease stain, an ink stain or anything else (sauce stain, vomit, juice, etc.), head to the bathroom immediately for a good cleaning! Rub the fabric vigorously and rinse well. If necessary, repeat until stubborn stains are gone. We love this very effective little tip which helps to remove stains from your clothes when traveling where you don’t have the classic Sommières earth, lemon juice, soda crystals, Marseille soap, baking soda or white vinegar!
2) A good shoe stain remover in many ways
Along with nail polish remover, toothpaste is your best ally for getting white rubber soles on your tennis shoes or other items. To restore a bright white appearance, take an old toothbrush and gently rub toothpaste on the stains. Then, use a cloth soaked in water to rinse. In addition, you can remove scratches from leather shoes with this product. Same principle as for scratched CDs or DVDs: apply a little toothpaste to the scratched area with a soft cloth. A wipe with a damp microfiber cloth will reveal your pumps, ballet flats and other leather shoes like new.
3) To remove tarnished jewelry
For silver jewelry like costume jewelry, toothpaste is an excellent cleaning agent. To remove them, take a little toothpaste on an old toothbrush with not too coarse bristles. Polish them gently and rinse thoroughly before wiping with a clean cloth.
4) For the maintenance of oxidized headlights
When headlights are oxidized, scratched, yellowed or clouded by dirt, their effectiveness is impaired. And then it looks very neglected… Before changing them or looking for a complicated product, use toothpaste to remove oxidized car headlights. The next time you wash the car, apply toothpaste to the headlights to loosen them. Then, rub with a cloth and rinse with soapy water (dishwashing liquid or other).
5) Toothpaste to remove everything in the bathroom
What if the most powerful product for cleaning the bathroom was… in the bathroom? In fact, toothpaste can be used to clean joints (fridge or tiles) as well as to shine taps, pipes and the sink. As for shower windows covered in water and soap stains, they love that too. Just remember to choose the right tools, a toothbrush for small, precise spaces and a larger brush, sponge or cloth for larger spaces! If necessary, let the toothpaste act on the joints to better remove dirt, limescale, grime and possible mold. Plus, it will eliminate bad odors!
6) Against water stains on wood
When the wood displays white marks, toothpaste is one of the best options for treating them. So, if your hot cup or plate has left a stain, scrub it with a little toothpaste and a soft cloth.
Latest ideas for removing stains with toothpaste:
- Polish a dirty and stained iron soleplate with a damp cloth and toothpaste. Watch out for scratches!
- Shine the keys of a piano or keyboard (ivory or plastic) with a little toothpaste. Rinse well with a slightly damp cloth.
- To erase the pencil drawings of your little budding artists in shorts with this product.