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The Old-School Tool That Makes Cleaning Hard-To-Remove Kitchen Grime A Breeze By Lindsey Reynolds Oct. 27, 2025 9:20 pm EST

You probably think of pumice stone as a product one uses to exfoliate crusty feet when sandal season rolls around, but this porous volcanic rock has serious cleaning power far beyond pedicures. In fact, it's one of the most underrated tools in your home cleaning arsenal, especially when it comes to scrubbing stubborn grime without a bunch of stinky, harsh chemicals . Note: There are all kinds of pumices for different surfaces, so don't try to use your foot pumice in place of a scouring stick or cleaning block.

Thanks to its gritty texture and natural abrasiveness, pumice can break through mineral deposits, baked-on food, and soap scum sur

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