Imagine a trick so simple, so logical, that you’d almost forget how effective it is. Could an ingredient you probably already have at home be the key to saving money? Stay tuned; the answer might amaze you.
Why does your gas seem to be burning too quickly?
Do you feel like your gas bottle is emptying very quickly? Even though you haven’t changed your habits…, cooking or heating your home is costing you more and more. The problem may not be the quantity, but the quality of combustion .
Over time, the burners on your stove, water heater, or gas heater become clogged . As a result, the flame turns yellow instead of staying blue. This color indicates incomplete combustion, which means your gas is being misused … and is therefore being used more quickly.
The natural and effective solution: lemon
Lemon isn’t just for flavoring your desserts. Thanks to its natural acidity, it’s a potent cleaner that deletes grease, rust, and other residue that clogs your equipment. A good cleaning can refresh optimal combustion … and make your gas last much longer .
Instructions: How to clean your burners with a lemon
Step 1: Safety First
Make burners are fully extinguished and completely cool before handling.
Step 2: Preparing the lemon
Slice a lemon in half. Squeeze a little juice directly onto the dirty areas.
Step 3: Let it work
Let it sit for about 10 minutes. The acidity of the lemon acts to dissolve dirt and grease.
Step 4: Rub
Using a sponge or small wire brush, scrub carefully until the surfaces are clean.
Step 5: Rinse and dry
Soak with clean water, then dry completely before reusing the devices.
What’s in it for you?
- Cleaner combustion: a bright blue flame = better energy efficiency.
- Savings: use less gas for the same use.
- Fewer breakdowns: a clean device works better and longer.
- An ecological gesture: less gas burned, less pollution.
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The small pipes that connect your equipment to the gas can also become clogged. A squeeze of lemon helps get rid of small deposits that impede the flow of gas. Like unclogging a straw: once it’s cleared, everything works better.
A small gesture, big benefits
Cleaning your burners with lemon is a bit like keeping your coffee maker: a simple but crucial step. Not only will your gas last longer, your bill will be lower… but you’ll also be doing something good for the planet.
