Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide Uses Around the Home
Food grade hydrogen peroxide cleans, deodorises and lifts stains around the home without fragrance or residue. Use 3% for everyday jobs and 6% for tougher ones. Spray, leave a few minutes, wipe.
Uses by room
| Where | Use 3% for | Use 6% for |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | Benches, chopping boards, fridge, lunchboxes, bins, sponges | Oven glass, range hood filters, stained boards |
| Bathroom | Mirrors, taps, basins | Grout, surface mould, shower glass, toilets, shower curtains |
| Laundry | Fresh stains, blood, sweat marks | Heavy stains, whitening whites, washing machine seal |
| Kids | Toys, high chairs, change tables, accidents | Nappy bin |
| Pets | Bowls, bedding, litter trays, urine stains | Kennels, pet doors |
| Floors and fabrics | Carpet and sofa spills, mattresses (spot test) | Set-in carpet stains (spot test) |
| Outdoors | Chilly bins, drink bottles | Outdoor furniture, canvas, BBQ surrounds |
What it is not for
Do not drink it, and do not use cleaning hydrogen peroxide on teeth, ears, wounds or skin: talk to a pharmacist about those. Avoid marble and natural stone. For plants use Plant Care Plus, made for plants.
Every use above, from one food grade bottle.
Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide 3% (1L, $19.99) | Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide 6% (1L, $24.99)
FAQs
What do you use food grade hydrogen peroxide for?
Cleaning and deodorising kitchens, bathrooms, laundry, kids' and pets' areas, and lifting stains from fabrics and carpets.
Which strength should I buy?
3% for everyday cleaning and food areas. 6% for bathrooms, grout, mould staining and heavy stains.
Can I use it on chopping boards?
Yes. Leave 5 to 10 minutes, then rinse with clean water.
Can I use it on carpet?
Yes, after a spot test in a hidden area, as it can lighten some dyes.
Can I use food grade hydrogen peroxide on plants?
Use a product made for plants, such as Plant Care Plus, which is already at the right strength.