How to Deodorize Sponges and Dish Scrubbers
Dish scrubbing sponges, pads and rags are more durable than ever before. That should be a great thing, considering that it's an innovation designed to save you money in the long run. But unfortunately, the tougher constructions of these premium scrubbers can't protect them from picking up awful odors after a few weeks of use. If your toughest dishwashing tools have turned a little sour, you can sweeten them up in less than ten minutes. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Make sure your sponge or scrubber is as clean as can be before beginning. If there is crust or waste on it, scrape it off under hot water and wring out the excess moisture before proceeding.
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Prepare a bath of pure lemon juice in a bowl, glass or jar. The lemon juice can be freshly squeezed or store bought, whichever is more convenient for you. Choose the type of container based on the size and shape of your scrubber. Flat, rectangular scrubbers will do better in bowls with flat bottoms, while wand-style scrubbers may work best propped up inside a drinking glass. If you're using a glass or jar, make sure you add enough juice to cover the entire scrubbing pad. If you're using a bowl, you can create a shallow pool of lemon juice.
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Saturate your scrubber in the juice. If you can completely submerge your scrubber in a glass of juice, just put it in there and wait about ten minutes. If you're soaking a flat, absorbent scrubber in a bowl with a shallow pool of juice, leave it in for about five minutes and then turn it over to soak for another five minutes.
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Wring the juice out in the sink and rinse the scrubber thoroughly with water, wringing it out several times. The juice will leave your scrubber smelling great for weeks.
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Tips & Warnings
This process can be repeated every few weeks for as long as your scrubber will last.
If you have any cuts on your hands and fingers, wear rubber dishwashing gloves before working with the lemon juice.
