Melamine sponges came to the aid of advanced housewives several years ago, and now the tool continues to rapidly gain popularity. Let’s figure out what they are made of, how to use them, and whether there is a danger in their use.
Melamine sponges: instructions for use
The material from which such a sponge is made is called melamine resin. Using a special technology, melamine foam is made from this resin, which can penetrate the pores of a wide variety of surfaces, from glass to metal, and clean them even of the most stubborn stains with plain water. No additional household chemicals are needed. According to the reviews of housewives from around the world, cleaning with a melamine sponge is very easy. The miracle sponge can effectively remove scale, grease and burnt food residues from the electric stove, rust and limescale from the surface of the sink or bathtub, old marks from markers from linoleum, artificial leather, washable wallpaper and similar places. To get the best effect, follow some simple rules when using the product.
Before using the melanin sponge, soak it in water and squeeze it out gently.
Twisting it like an ordinary foam sponge is not worth it – it can break. Wipe the surface not with the entire sponge, but only with a corner, so the product will wear off gradually, like an eraser, and will last longer. If the contamination is small, only a piece can be cut from the sponge. Cleaning with a melamine sponge is recommended with gloves: it will not affect the skin of your hands, but if you rub it hard, you can ruin your manicure. Also, the instructions for use of melamine sponges emphasize that it is strictly forbidden to wash food products and surfaces in contact with food with them. The fact is that when cleaning, the sponge is erased, which means that its microscopic particles can remain on the surfaces. If melamine enters the body, you will not be poisoned, since this substance is not absorbed and can be completely excreted along with urine. But there is a possibility that melamine can settle in the kidneys, which sooner or later will lead to urolithiasis. It is also worth hiding the sponge from small children and pets: both of them do not need to bite off a piece of the product and swallow it. If this happens, see a doctor immediately.