Does Vinegar Kill Dust Mites?

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Written By
Erin Maurer
Erin Maurer
Published: Oct 4, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Identification

Vinegar is an acidic substance which may actually kill dust mites, according to the Wise Bread website. Use vinegar to mop vinyl flooring and dust furniture to get rid of all dust particles and eradicate dust mites.

Homemade Cleaning Solution

For a simple vinegar-based cleaning solution, the Green Clean Certified website recommends you mix together one part vinegar and one part vegetable glycerin.

Cleaning with Vinegar

This solution can be used to effectively wipe down floors, walls, woodwork and ceilings. Dip a cloth in the homemade vinegar solution until liquid is absorbed. Wring out the excess liquid and cover a standard mop with the cloth.

The Drip Cap

  • Cleaning a home with vinegar is a good way to keep dust mites at bay.
  • For a simple vinegar-based cleaning solution, the Green Clean Certified website recommends you mix together one part vinegar and one part vegetable glycerin.

Photo Credits

cleaning image by Allyson Ricketts from Fotolia.com

cleaning image by Allyson Ricketts from Fotolia.com

Erin Maurer

A freelance writer for various online publications, Erin Maurer covers travel destinations, gardening and home decorating projects. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in communication studies from Widener University in Chester, Pa.

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