Keeping Colors Fast
To hold colors in fabrics, which tend to run, soak them for a few minutes in white distilled vinegar before washing.

Uses & Tips

The uses and tips described on this website were drawn from a variety of sources, including consumer suggestions, articles and other published sources.  These uses and tips have not been tested or documented by, and are not endorsed by, the Institute or its members.

Vinegar Guides

Featured Vinegar Tip

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Machine for Sleep Apnea
To clean the calcium deposit of the humidifier reservoir, heat 450 ml (1 ¾ cups) of vinegar in the microwave for 2 minutes. Pour vinegar into reservoir and replace cap. Let sit for 1 hour. Remove vinegar. Reservoir should be clean and calcium free. Contact manufacturer before cleaning with this method or review manufacturer’s directions.