April 23, 2022 by Mulberry Maids
Magic Erasers, aka, melamine sponges, are great tools to use throughout your home. From bathrooms to walls, they are effective at removing tough stains, due to it being a nitrogen rich organic in a solid foam state that provides powerful abrasive properties. As one of the top cleaning companies in Loveland CO we are here to tell you all about the most effective ways to use these tools in your home. Â
Keep reading on to learn more about how this magical compound can help you clean everything tough and stubborn in your home, from hard water stains to sticky adhesive stickers put on the wrong surface by an excited toddler!
What are the best ways to use Magic Erasers in my home?
Magic erasers or melamine sponges are great to use in all seasons, from cleaning your RV to getting your mudroom back in shape after a winter storm. They are a great foam material that work as a mildly abrasive material to get rid of tough dirt, grime and stains throughout homes. Below is a list of some of the best uses for these wonderful cleaning tools!
Baseboards, walls and light switches
Melamine sponges work great in these areas to help eliminate built up dirt and debris, or smudges and stains. Simply wet the sponge a bit, and scrub away. You can try to use small circular motions for maximum effectiveness.Â
Bathtubs and showers
Magic erasers are very effective in bathroom cleaning. From soap scum to hard water deposits, they can help to clean your area up in no time.Â
Interior microwave
While there are many tricks to clean the interior of a neglected microwave, a melamine sponge is a great tool to try. Make sure it is a bit wet, and scrub at the hardened stains and food splatter. One trick is to microwave a cup of water to build up hot steam, then start to scrub with the sponge, using the hot steam to add extra scrubbing power.Â
Sticky residue
Whether your kid put a sticker where it didn’t belong, or you had trouble getting a label off an item, magic erasers can help remove the residue.
Glass cooking dishes
The melamine foam sponge can be used to help clean your dishes, in addition to other areas of your home. For glass cooking ware, they are a great tool to help get stuck on grime and food off easily.Â
Should I use caution when using a Magic Eraser?
Even though Magic Erasers are great and safe for so many areas in the home and different household items, they are not great everywhere or on everything. Some common areas to avoid using them on include (note, this is not a comprehensive list of areas to avoid using melamine sponges):
Stainless steel
Even though melamine foam is only a mild abrasive, it is abrasive enough to cause scratching on stainless steel surfaces. Never use them on stainless steel fridges, stove tops, or any other stainless steel area that needs to be cleaned.Â
Wood surfaces
Similar to stainless steel areas, wood surfaces can be damaged by the abrasive properties of the sponge. They can strip away wood finish, and can scratch the wood.Â
Non-stick dishes and cookware
While magic erasers can be used on glass cookware, it will be too abrasive for non-stick dishes and pans, risking scratching and taking off the finish. For a gentler scrub, use a baking soda and water mixture instead.Â
Wear glovesÂ
If you have sensitive skin, you may want to wear gloves when using these sponges. The abrasive properties of them can be tough on your skin, so it is advisable to wear gloves when using them to keep your hands in better shape.
One of the most reputable cleaning companies in Loveland CO
We are fortunate to have a great reputation in Loveland CO through our dedicated hard work, excellent customer service and transparent pricing. We are fully trained and vetted, and can tackle all your residential home cleaning needs.Â
So take a moment to yourself to stroll around town and check out the fine art downtown at the Artworks Center for Contemporary Art, while we take care of the dreaded chore of cleaning your home. Give us a call or text, weekday or weekend, we are here and ready to help you out!