Use the simple sponge to get these items sparkling clean again.
These sponges are made of a foam-like material that contains minuscule air pockets that harden when wet.
This hardening will give the sponge sandpaper-like qualities, making it ideal for scrubbing awaystubborn stains.
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These are a few of our favorite uses for the magical sponge.
Household Items you might Clean with a Magic Eraser
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Be careful to not scrub too hard, as you could inadvertently remove some paint.
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Shoes
Because they get so much wear, shoes get dirty quickly and easily.
Magic Erasers work well toremove dirt and grass stainsfrom shoes' rubber soles and cloth areas as well.
Stove Tops
Whether they’re glass or gas, Magic Erasers are great atcleaning grease-splattered stove tops.
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After wetting the sponge and squeezing out the excess water, scrub the stained areas until clean.
Dry with a microfiber cloth when finished.
Depending on the surface, tricks likerubbing alcohol or peanut buttercan also make the removal easier.
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Baseboards
Similar to cleaning walls, baseboards are easy to skip on cleaning days but can get surprisingly dirty.
Afterwiping them down, use a damp Magic Eraser to gently scrub at dirt and scuffs.
Use a clean cloth to wipe away any remaining residue and dry.
Rinse the grout with water andclean as normal.
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Simply scrub the tile with the wet sponge until clean, then follow up with yourtypical cleaning routine.
Afterward, wipe down the microwave with a damp cloth or your regular appliance cleaner.
