Simple Life Hacks That Have “Grandma” Written All Over Them

Don’t you hate it when your favorite coffee mug (we all have one) gets stained with brown stains over time? You’re probably very familiar with this problem if you drink coffee from a dedicated mug every morning. Unfortunately, your cup is likely permanently stained from your daily dose of coffee! The stain isn’t a reflection of your dishwashing skills; it is simply one of the side effects of coffee.

Granny knew that coffee stains needed more than soap. She would make a baking soda and water paste to scrub away that stubborn leftover coffee. Baking soda makes a gentle abrasive cleaner that can lift off many stubborn messes. Sometimes, homemade cleaners are even better than the fancy brand names from the store.