Hydrogen peroxide is beloved by clean freaks for its super effective and eco-friendly cleaning abilities. Keep a bottle on hand and get ready to be amazed by how this humble chemical tackles stains, odors, and buildup around your home.

Here are genius ways to put hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) to work:

Brighten Laundry – Add 1/2 cup hydrogen peroxide to whites or colors to boost brightness and help lift stains. It’s gentler than chlorine bleach.

Clean Kitchen Messes – Wipe up mystery spills and caked on gunk with hydrogen peroxide before scrubbing. Its bubbling reaction helps lift grime.

Sanitize Surfaces – Use it undiluted to disinfect countertops, appliances, sinks, and more. Just let it sit for several minutes before rinsing.

De-Gunk Fridge – Mix a solution of 1 cup water and 1/4 cup hydrogen peroxide and wipe interior and shelves to sanitize smells away.

Remove Stains – Lightly spray hydrogen peroxide on old blood, coffee, or wine stains before laundering to help lift them out.

Whiten Grout – Dip an old toothbrush in undiluted hydrogen peroxide and scrub grout lines. Let it bubble for a few minutes before rinsing.

Clean Toothbrushes – Keep toothbrushes fresh by soaking bristles in hydrogen peroxide periodically. Rinse afterward.

Freshen Mattress – Spritz mattress with hydrogen peroxide and let dry to naturally deodorize and sanitize it.

With just this single unassuming bottle in your cleaning toolkit, you’ll be amazed by the domestic miracles you can work around your home. Discover the sanitizing and cleaning power of hydrogen peroxide!