Interesting Things You Can Clean With Olive Oil

Olive oil is something that we all have in our pantry. Apart from cooking and making hair masks, you can also use it to clean various surfaces in your home. It can not only keep your items polished but can also prolong their life. Here are a few things you can use it on.

Olive Oil Can Clean Wood Furniture

If you've spilled something hot on your wooden furniture, it will most likely leave a stain, but olive oil can come to the rescue.

Olive Oil Can Clean Wood Furniture
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Mix olive oil and vinegar, apply it to a paper towel, and let it sit over the stained area. Leave it there for about an hour, and then wipe it clean.

Cast-Iron Pans Aren’t a Problem

Over time, your cast-iron pans will accumulate leftover food bits and won't be as useful as before. Luckily, a mixture of olive oil and coarse salt will bring them back to life.

Cast-Iron Pans Aren’t a Problem
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Just take equal parts of the two ingredients and gently rub the pan. Once everything is removed, rinse it with hot water and dry it with a soft cloth. Olive oil will also make your pans look shiny and brand new.

Say Goodbye to Paint-Stained Hands

If you've just finished painting your walls, you won't have to spend hours scrubbing the dried paint off your hands. Simply take a good amount of olive oil and let it sit on your hands for about five minutes.

Say Goodbye to Paint-Stained Hands
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Then, remove the oil and paint with a towel and wash your hands with soap and water. You might have to repeat the process a few times.

Leather Furniture Will Look Brand New

Leather furniture is quite delicate, and cracks can appear. However, you won't need to spend money on costly replacements with this DIY leather conditioner! All you have to do is heat beeswax, olive oil, and shea butter together and mix them well.

Leather Furniture Will Look Brand New
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Then, let the mixture cool and apply a small amount to a soft cloth. Buff the surface well with a dry cloth after applying the moisturizer and your sofa will look good as new.