windows and mirrors

Mix one part white vinegar and three parts water, spray on windows, and dry with newspaper.

toilets

Pour one cup undiluted white vinegar into bowl, let stand five minutes, and flush. This white vinegar formula makes any toilet automatically spic and span.

dishwasher

Place a cup containing white vinegar on bottom rack of dishwasher and run through full cycle to remove soap buildup in your machine.

tile mildew

Spray on equal parts white vinegar and water, wipe with a sponge.

bathtub film

Wipe down with white vinegar and rinse with water.

stainless steel, ceramic sinks, chrome, and appliances

Dip sponge or cloth in white vinegar and wipe clean. Polish to a shine with soft, damp cloth.

clogged shower heads

Fill a watertight plastic bag halfway with white vinegar, place over shower head so head is submerged in vinegar, and secure with a rubber band. Leave on overnight, then rinse with hot water.

vinyl floors

Pour half a cup white vinegar into one gallon warm water and grab a mop.

white rings on wood furniture

Rub with equal parts olive oil and white vinegar.

foul odors

Boil one tablespoon white vinegar in one cup water to banish bad smells. Set a cup of white vinegar in a room to absorb the smell of stale smoke.