Kitchen cleaning hacks using baking soda, lemon, salt and potato peels

Experts recommend natural home‑made mixtures as inexpensive, effective alternatives to chemical cleaners for kitchen items. In Argentina, a blend of baking soda, lemon juice and salt is promoted for wooden cutting boards; the mixture penetrates the wood’s pores, lifts stubborn stains and restores the board’s original look after a thorough rinse and careful drying.

In Spain, potato peels boiled in hot water—optionally with a pinch of coarse salt—are suggested to soften and lightly abrade baked‑on residue on stainless‑steel pots, aluminum cookware and cast‑iron pans, helping them regain their shine without harsh abrasives. Users are warned to avoid abrasive methods on non‑stick surfaces, following manufacturers’ guidelines.