25+ ways to use table salt to solve almost any kitchen problem

17. Fridge cleanup
A chemical-free way to clean your fridge is to use a handful of salt mixed with a gallon (3.7 liters) of water. You can use the mixture to sponge clean the inside of your fridge without harming surfaces.
18. Speed cleanup of messy dough
Dough stuck to your countertop? Use salt. Sprinkle a little salt on your floured surface and use a sponge to wipe it up. Easy peasy.
19. No more coffee stains
Coffee is delicious to drink. Unfortunately, substances in the beverage can leave unsightly rings in mugs. You can eradicate the stains by salting a sponge and rubbing it directly on the rings.
20. Clean teapot spouts
Like your favorite coffee mug, teapot spouts get stained from tea. To clean a teapot spout, put salt in the spout and let it sit overnight. Run boiling water through the tea pot the next day to make it shine.
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