Cleaning hacks of yesteryear are often excellent options when you're in a pinch, but there's one that you shouldn't continue ...

If vinegar is your go-to cleaner, hold off on using it on your countertops. While it's safe for some surfaces, it can damage others.

1. Coffee maker — Use to clean and remove mineral deposits. Just fill the reservoir with undiluted vinegar, let it go through the brew cycle, turn off, pour the vinegar back in and let sit 20 minutes.

Rubbing alcohol, vinegar, or dish soap make for effective window cleaners. Mix the solution, spray, then wipe with a squeegee or a microfiber cloth.

Cleaning vinegar is more acidic than white vinegar, containing 6% acetic acid compared to white vinegar's 5%. The higher acidity in cleaning vinegar makes it more effective at cutting through grease, ...

Popular DIY cleaners are made using vinegar, water or baking soda, and essential oils. Microwave your vinegar before adding it to the solution for stronger results. Avoid using this solution on ...