And some metals are more reactive than others, so baking soda can cause discoloration. While it doesn’t totally ruin the metal, it’s certainly unsightly. The other thing to be careful of with baking soda is combining it with something acidic, like vinegar or lemon juice.
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- Does vinegar harm carpet? Vinegar will not stain or damage carpet as long as you dilute it with water. Also, avoid using vinegar to clean acidic stains such as ketchup or coffee. It will just make the stain even more acidic and even harder to remove. Only use vinegar for alkaline stains like vegetable matter or pet urine.
- Does lemon whiten grout? Lemon juice removes soap scum and stains from surfaces due to its acidity. The acidity is mild, so it doesn't damage or etch most surface. Lemon juice also has mild bleaching properties that help whiten dingy grout.
- Does beer make your teeth yellow? Like many beverages, beer can lead to tooth discoloration. ¹ This discoloration can appear as yellowish or brownish tints, which can cause even beer enthusiasts in their early 20s to look older. These unsightly stains can increase or worsen over time, especially if you drink beer regularly.
- How can I lighten my burnt skin? Almond oil and lemon juice Lemon juice is a natural bleaching agent known to lighten skin. Take three-four drops of extra virgin almond oil in a bowl. Add two-three drops of lemon juice to it. Mix well and gently massage it on your scars and marks.
- What causes brick discoloration? Brick discoloration is often due to age, water penetration (efflorescence), mold, dirt and other factors. This mismatch can leave an unsightly eye sore and often times traditional cleaning methods, like pressure washing, don't always work.
- Is scratched hard anodized cookware safe? Anodized aluminum is sealed so that the metal cannot leach into food or react with acidic foods. Unlike ordinary, lightweight aluminum pots and pans, which are highly reactive with acidic foods (like tomatoes), anodized aluminum cookware is safe. It is also non-stick, scratch-resistant and easy to clean.