A Convenient Way To Clean Your Kitchen Backsplash Is Sitting In Your Bathroom Right Now - Tasting Table

"Armed with a tube of toothpaste and a toothbrush, targeting dirty tiles and grout is easy. The process is simple: Wipe the backsplash with a water-soaked cloth or sponge, apply toothpaste liberally, scrub with the toothbrush, then rinse. It's a strategy to nail before investing in the evolving trend of mosaic backsplashes. And, for extremely dirty surfaces? Amplify the grease-lifting results with a sneaky splash of white vinegar."

"Forget complicated instructions and harsh chemicals. The bristles of a toothbrush - obviously a designated "cleaning" tool, not your own - are designed to remove stubborn items from awkward crevices. The paste itself contains mild abrasives, like calcium carbonate, which lift stains while removing grime. Check the ingredients label, too. Many toothpastes also contain baking soda (an alkaline notorious for its odor-eliminating properties) and the disinfectant, hydrogen peroxide. That's an impressive concoction for blitzing your backsplash clean."

"Grabbing any old toothpaste from your bathroom cupboard could spell disaster, so proceed with caution. Yes, some pastes perform better than others. Don't just scan the ingredients for baking soda and hydrogen peroxide, though. Color is an instant eliminator. To clean a backsplash, toothpaste must be white and non-gel. Anything colorful risks staining. Unfortunately, there's another caveat for this hack. As toothpaste is an abrasive, it might scratch certain kitchen backsplash materials."

White non-gel toothpaste applied with a toothbrush can clean tiles and grout on kitchen backsplashes. First wipe the surface with a water-soaked cloth or sponge, apply toothpaste liberally, scrub with a toothbrush, then rinse. For heavily soiled areas, add white vinegar to enhance grease removal. Toothpaste contains mild abrasives such as calcium carbonate, and many formulas include baking soda and hydrogen peroxide, which help lift stains and reduce odors. Use a dedicated cleaning toothbrush rather than a personal one. Only use white, non-gel toothpaste to avoid staining and avoid this method on metal, glass, and natural stone.

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