I've been using diluted vinegar on my stainless steel oven door for years now, and honestly, it still looks great. But enamel surfaces... I'm not so sure—my old stove seemed to dull a bit over time. Maybe stick to gentler stuff there?
Totally agree about vinegar on stainless steel—works wonders. But enamel can be tricky; acidity might gradually wear down that glossy finish. I've noticed baking soda paste is gentler and still gets the grime off nicely... maybe worth a shot?
Yeah, baking soda paste is definitely gentler on enamel. Vinegar's acidity can slowly dull that shine over time—I've seen clients unintentionally damage their vintage enamel sinks that way. Another tip: for tougher grime, sprinkle baking soda first, then spritz lightly with water or mild soap solution before scrubbing gently. Usually does the trick without scratching or fading the finish... worth experimenting a bit to see what works best.
I've had pretty good luck with baking soda myself, but honestly, sometimes store-bought cleaners save time and elbow grease—especially when things get really grimy. I've never damaged enamel yet (knock on wood...), but I totally see your point about vinegar. Learned that the hard way restoring an old clawfoot tub once. Took ages to get the shine back! Still, always nice having gentle homemade options around first before reaching for harsher stuff.
"Learned that the hard way restoring an old clawfoot tub once. Took ages to get the shine back!"
Yikes, been there myself—those vintage tubs can be tricky! Have you tried lemon juice mixed with baking soda for tougher grime? It's gentler than vinegar but still packs a punch. I usually let it sit a bit before scrubbing. Curious if anyone's found other natural combos that work well without risking enamel damage...
