This medicine cabinet staple is so multipurpose, you’re probably not using it to its full potential.

If not, we strongly suggest adding it to your shopping list.

Rubbing alcohol can even be used to removelipstick and ink from a steel dryer drum.

Cleaning a keyboard with a cotton swab

Credit:Brie Goldman

Chrome

3.

Microwave Interior

Forgot to cover your leftover pasta in the microwave?

Theres no need to stress about scrubbing it.

How to clean a microwave - step 2

Credit:Brie Goldman

The steam created from the mixture will have loosened the food, making it much easier to remove.

Sponges

There are a variety of ways toclean and disinfect a kitchen sponge.

But one quick strategy is to soak it in rubbing alcohol weekly so you could extend its life.

wiping down a window using a microfiber cloth

Credit:BHG / Ana Cadena

Leave the sponge soaking for an hour or so before ringing it out and using it again like new.

Grease and Grime

Speaking of sponges, theyre often used to tackle grease found on kitchen surfaces.

BHG / Ana Cadena

7.

How to clean sterling silver jewelry

Credit:Jason Donnelly

Chandeliers

Cleaning a chandelieris atricky taskno matter what you use to complete it.

But you’re able to keep supplies inexpensive by relying on rubbing alcohol.

Run whatever you use in between each slat until theyre dust-free.

magic eraser cleaning white shoe

Credit: Jacob Fox

Spray alcohol directly on stains and then immediately use a light-colored sponge or soft-bristled brush to scrub it out.

Once its disappeared, any dampness should also dissipate quickly.

Then, you’re able to use a dry brush in a circular motion to re-fluff the fabric.

Refrain from using it on wool, rayon, and silk as it can discolor or fade these fibers.

Flooring Spills and Scuffs

Did you recently spillpaint on the hardwood floors?

You should be able to scrape it off with a putty knife without damaging the flooring.

It will kill the bugs but not your plant.

Jason Donnelly

15.

Sat on some gum?

Shoes

You probably know of a fewdifferent methods to use to clean shoes.

But what about deodorizing them?

Leaving them in the sun for a bit can speed up the process.

Car Interiors

Another place that gets handled with dirty hands frequently isthe interior of your car.

As for the exterior, forgetscraping iceon freezing winter mornings.

Bedbugs and Fruit Flies

Youre already aware that rubbing alcohol can eliminate insects found in plants.

Shake it up and spray to your hearts content.