How to Boil Vinegar in a Cast Iron Skillet to Remove Odors?

Unwanted odors in the kitchen can linger from burnt food, spoiled food and smoke. Rather than using harsh chemical cleaners, use vinegar as an inexpensive, gentle odor removing agent. By boiling the vinegar and following a few other helpful tips, you can remove the offensive smell.

Things You'll Need

• White vinegar
• Cast iron skillet

Instructions

1. Place a cast iron skillet or frying pan on the burner.

2. Fill the pan about three quarters full of plain white vinegar.

3. Turn the burner on medium-high or high until the vinegar boils.

4. Allow the vinegar to boil for approximately 10 minutes.

5. Turn off the burner and allow the vinegar to sit in the pan for several hours for additional odor removal.

Tips & Warnings

• Increasing ventilation while boiling the vinegar also can increase the effectiveness of this method. You can increase ventilation by opening windows and doors and by turning on a fan.

References

• Berkely Parents' Network