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Homes & Gardens
Andy van Terheyden

8 everyday items you can clean with olive oil at home – cleaning experts say it's 'nature's WD-40'

Kitchen accessories and utensils, dark cozy interior of the kitchen at home; well-organized kitchen countertop featuring spices, olive oil, and fresh vegetables in a woven basket; general interior view of a high quality gray kitchen with kitchen island.

Olive oil isn't just a kitchen staple for cooking – it's also a versatile, natural cleaner that can bring shine and life back to everyday household items. Its gentle yet effective properties make it an eco-friendly alternative to harsh chemicals, offering a safe way to clean, polish, and even lubricate, cleaning experts say.

So whether you're cleaning a kitchen, bathroom, or looking for general tips around the house, here are eight everyday items you can clean with olive oil.

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