5 Kitchen DIY Tips Every Mom Should Know: A Mother's Day Special

Happy Mother's Day!!!!

As Mother’s Day rolls around, we figured it’s the perfect time to celebrate all the hardworking moms out there with a few easy, natural kitchen tips to keep things clean, fresh, and a little less stressful.

These aren’t just time-savers — they’re healthy, budget-friendly, and kid-safe too. Here are 5 DIY cleaning hacks every mom should have in her back pocket (or tucked next to the dish soap 😉).

1. Lemon Trick for a Sparkly KettleTired of that funky build-up in the kettle? Just toss in a whole lemon, fill it with water, and let it boil once or twice. The citric acid works like magic and leaves everything squeaky clean — plus, your kitchen will smell amazing.

2. Microwave Mess? Try the Vinegar Steam CleanEqual parts vinegar and water in a bowl → microwave on high until it’s steamin’ up → wipe it clean. That’s it. No scrubbing. No chemicals. No judgment if last night’s spaghetti exploded in there.

3. Garbage Disposal Smellin’ Rough? Ice It.Mix up some water, vinegar, and a drop or two of essential oil (lemon or peppermint work great), freeze it in an ice tray, and toss a couple cubes down the disposal. Run cold water and enjoy the fresh scent.

4. Cutting Board Revival with Just Salt + LemonSprinkle coarse salt on your wooden board, cut a lemon in half, and scrub like you mean it. The salt scrubs, the lemon sanitizes, and you’ll be left with a board that looks (and smells) brand new.

5. Got Used Coffee Grounds? Don’t Toss ’Em!Throw a bowl of those used coffee grounds in the fridge or freezer to absorb bad smells. Cheap, effective, and you get bonus points for recycling.

Here’s to the Moms Who Make It All WorkWhether you’re a DIY queen, a clean kitchen warrior, or just trying to keep up with everything life throws your way — you deserve a break (and a clean sink).So from all of us at Jensen Plumbing: Happy Mother’s Day. You’re the real MVPs.