Discover the versatility of olive oil as a cleaning agent.

This process will condition worn leather to make it feel shiny and new again.

Remove Gunk

Olive oil can be used to take off hard-to-remove substances and items.

Two bottles of olive oil

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To restore the gleam, use a microfiber towel dampened with a mixture of lemon juice and olive oil.

Clean the surface in a circular motion, then rinse thoroughly with clean water.

The olive oil will get rid of the grime while lemon juice works as a natural disinfectant.

The oil will break down the crayon wax and make it easy to remove using a damp cloth.

For difficult marks, you will have to repeat the process.

Polish Wood Furniture

Wooden furniture can get dull with wear, but olive oil can help.

For this method, patience is key.

Removing stubborn stains like adhesive residue takes persistence, especially if the remnant is aged.

Be prepared to repeat the process until all of the residue is eliminated.

I make a habit of regularly oiling my wooden boards to prevent them from drying out and cracking.

The oil helps to nourish and protect the wood, ensuring my cutting surfaces stay in top condition.

Just wash your wooden utensils as normal, then once they’re dry lightly oil the utensils.