Discover the CORRECT type of alcohol to use for household cleaning

Industrialized alcohols have different compositions, and for this reason they are categorized as methyl, ethyl and isopropyl. Methyl is widely used as an industrial solvent, and is even the base for acetone.

Ethyl alcohol is the best known and may be the most consumed. That's because it's the alcohol of alcoholic beverages. In this sense, it is divided into fermented and distilled.

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But, after all, which type of alcohol can help in cleaning of the House? Also called 2-propanol or isopropanol, the isopropyl alcohol is the best for household cleaning.

Its chemical composition (C3H8O) is present in numerous cleaning products, but it can also be used individually.

The value of its liter costs about R$ 35, however, it is still sold in smaller bottles and, consequently, cheaper. Some cost between R$12 and R$16.

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How to use isopropyl alcohol at home?

1. mirrors and windows — if you are tired of marks on mirrors and windows at home, mix alcohol with distilled water and a tablespoon of vinegar in a spray bottle and use the mixture on these surfaces.

2. Computers, tablets and cell phones — use a lint-free microfiber cloth and dampen it with a few drops of alcohol. In that case, be sure to check the electronics manufacturer's instructions.

3. stove and refrigerator — mix 50 ml of hot water and 50 ml of alcohol in a container and use the microfiber cloth to clean stove, refrigerator and other greasy appliances.

4. air purifier — in a one liter container, place 750 ml of water and 250 ml of alcohol. Choose an essential oil and add up to 20 drops and use it as an air freshener.

5. stain removal — apply a few drops of alcohol to a cloth and pass it over surfaces with water stains, for example, faucets and dishes.

6. permanent marker removal — use the alcohol on a paper towel and each time a part of the towel absorbs the marker ink, switch to the clean part and continue until the surface is smudge-free.

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