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Media Tout Vinegar DIY Fixes, From Salt Scrubs To Home Repellents

Articles stress safe, limited use of vinegar-based mixes.

Overview

  • LA NACION highlights a vinegar-and-salt method that pairs acetic acid’s degreasing with gentle abrasion to tackle burnt pans, rust spots, and tea or coffee stains while neutralizing odors.
  • TN.com.ar shares a garlic-skin infusion recipe—3 to 4 skins covered with 1 cup of white vinegar, rested 24 hours, strained for a spray—promoted for cleaning, odor control, and natural repellent uses.
  • For plant care, TN.com.ar advises diluting two tablespoons of the garlic–vinegar mix per liter of water and testing on a single leaf first, noting that protective effects are described but not standardized.
  • Diario Uno reports simple vinegar repellents for common pests, recommending diluted sprays near entries for mosquitoes and ants and apple cider vinegar traps to catch flies.
  • All outlets reiterate precautions: avoid use on marble, granite, or natural stone, keep homemade solutions away from children and pets, and handle stronger cleaning vinegar with protective measures.