If you haven’t purchased it, but aren’t quit sure if you want to, I definitely understand. Today, I want to share with you how to avoid pinterest cleaning myths, one of the benefits of Chemistry Hacks for Home & Outdoor.
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There are so many great tips out there on the internet for this type of thing. Making your own solutions at home is a current trend that people everywhere are enjoying.
Here is the thing, there are so many websites out there that share these things, but they don’t know the foundation of the science behind it. Almost every day, I come across an article about homemade cleaning solutions. I am always a little surprised at the information being shared…some if it is incorrect, while some of it is dangerous. There are so many pinterest cleaning myths out there!
Avoid Pinterest Cleaning Myths
I set out a few years ago, to create an easy to use eBook that will take all that trial and error away from you, not to mention keep you safe in the process.
The internet is chock full of myths and misinformation.
Cleaning Myths and Inaccuracies
This morning I read an article titled something along the lines of “Cleaning Hacks that Don’t Work and Are Ridiculous.” I was intrigued, so I clicked on it. This blogger had at least three cleaning hacks listed that she said didn’t work at all and were plain stupid (her words).
The thing is, she was scientifically inaccurate. For one, the article stated that hairspray was not effective for removing certain stains because hairspray hasn’t had alcohol in it since the 1960s.
Almost all hair spray contains a form of alcohol. Here is a popular hair spray you see everywhere especially in beauty salons. What is the number on ingredient? Denatured Alcohol which is a mixture of ethanol and a denaturing agent. You can read almost any hair spray and see a form of alcohol.
Myth About Baking Soda and Vingar
She also said that baking soda and vinegar cancel each other out. That term I see all over the internet “cancel each other out” is chemically inaccurate. While they do eventually neutralize, it takes a chemical reaction to get there. Didn’t you mix baking soda and vinegar in a bottle as a kid? It blew up! That is not canceling each other out. In fact, it is a chemical reaction which can benefit you in cleaning. Read more here in our article about baking soda and vinegar.
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While this article is just an example, there are may out there.
Myth About Vinegar Being an All-Purpose Cleaner
Another huge myth I see on Pinterest everyday is using vinegar for an all-purpose cleaner! This is not true at all. Vinegar is highly acidic and has specific uses in the home. Read this detailed guide on vinegar to learn what you should use it on. A more all-purpose option is rubbing alcohol like our all-purpose cleaner on page 13 of the eBook.
Myth About Coke for Cleaning Toilets
This is a tip that floats around online I see all the time. Check out why this is a myth here.
Avoid Pinterest Cleaning Myths And Use Chemistry Cachet Instead
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Chemistry Hacks not only gives you a background on the chemicals used in this book, but all the solutions are chemically safe, accurate, and very effective!
Science is responsible for every form of cleaning solution, garden hack, and even food advances. That is why I love sharing all these chemistry tips with you!
Pinterest is an awesome inspirational tool, but everyone is an “expert.” You just have to take caution when reading articles.
I hope this can help you and feel free to ask me any questions 🙂
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Alexis is an investigative chemist sharing her expertise in cleaning, skincare, gardening, and home hacks. She personally tests out products like the best skincare products or home products then shares not only the science behind how it works, but also her personal results. She is the mom of two living in Texas with her husband. Find her on Instagram for fantastic videos, tips, and behind the scenes.
Thank you so much for this! I have ruined some of my stone in the kitchen after making my own cleaner i saw on Pinterest. I never knew there was so much science involved! I love your tips
I’m so glad you enjoy it! I love helping when I can because it is such a bummer to make stuff that doesn’t work or actually harms your surfaces!
Appreciate your caution post about believing some of the cleaning hacks online, homemade or commercial. I once “pretreated” my dirty tub first with a soap scum remover, and sprinkled Comet cleanser on top. Then I leaned over and scrubbed away. Soon after and for the next 2 weeks, I had a raspy cough – I had created a “toxic” environment for my lungs! Now I’m very careful about what I use and keep the rooms ventilated. I am appreciative how you do the chemistry homework for me… so cool!
That happened to my mother in law too! She still has lung problems from it and has to be so careful! So happy your enjoy these posts 🙂
Your chemist tips are so helpful! I was so excited to try out some things for your book and they work so well. I really love all your in depth explanations too so I use it right. Thanks!
Yay so happy they help you! Thank you 🙂
LOL on Pinterest everyone really is an “expert” but I find myself finding more fails than wins there. I love your tips, and at least I know you know what you’re talking about so I trust anything you say! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes
lol I know! I can’t tell you how many crafts I have tried that have been a total fail! I love helping people do things that really work 🙂
I too ruined the grout in my shower from a recipe on Pinterest. Thank you Alexis for your expertise and caring.
Oh no! It’s amazing how many things you find on pinterest that don’t work. I love getting to share things that will help you do things that work and avoid any harm 🙂
Love the look of that book, I’m off to purchase it now!
Wonderful Sammy, hope you enjoy it!
And just where do you purchase it other than having it on the internet?
Can it be downloaded and printed out, of course after paying for it online.
Hi, are you referring to our eBook? It is a download link and you download the PDF to your device. Then you can keep it digital, print it out, or anything you would like
While I am waiting for my book to arrive, I have a quirey.
What is best for removing cat urine from our front and back doors? Is there anythng I can use to detour futher “markings”?
Also, If I were to plant catnip in the section of my garden that the farrell’s are using as a litter box would this help to detour them or would I end up with a KITTY RAVE?
Thank-you.
If you purchased the Ebook, it will be in your email within a few seconds after purchasing 🙂 I don’t have experience with cats personally, but vinegar is one of the best things to deter further urine markings. There are a few homemade cleaning solutions I use for pet urine. You can used the vinegar based one from the ebook or an alcohol based one. Both work good depending on the surface you want to clean.
Catnip or cat mint attract cats, especially un neutered male cats who wander seeking females. It will encourage male cats, so I wouldn’t plant it in my garden. I have 3 cats, all neutered, but don’t grow it.
Desperately beed effective method for removing cat urine smell from carpet. Had professional cleaners who “guaranteed” the odor removal.
Didn’t work.
I don’t have experience with cat urine, but this DIY has worked for my dog stains and odor.
Laundry detergent powder containing enzymes made in to a solution with tepid water is effective. Cat urine. Wear rubber gloves if you use it as it’s very harsh on your hands. There are a variety of products available at pet shops to eliminate urine odours.
Alexis, I am really intrigued about your book. So if I purchase it, I can print it from my computer to read and have handy. I am a book person.
Hi Mary! Yes, you are welcome to print any or all pages 🙂 Just download the PDF link and use however you want to if you decide to purchase. Here is more information on using it.
Thank you. Can you advise about successfully removing skin tags? Pinterest has some questionable ideas. I just want to know what works.
I am not sure of anything DIY that would be safe or successful for that. I have had skin cancer removed by the doctor and it was a very precise procedure. I don’t have experience with skin tags though