Your Box of Salt Can Clean More Than You Think—But Only If You Use It Right

That box of salt is good for more than seasoning dinner—but only when you know whether it is acting as a gentle scrub or pulling moisture from a mess. In this video, Martha shares seven practical salt uses for scorched pans, cast iron, stained mugs, fresh oven spills, wooden cutting boards, grease stains, and icy steps. You’ll also learn where salt can cause damage, why it should stay away from nonstick, bare aluminum, plastic, and certain fabrics, and why rock salt is not always the best answer for winter ice. Watch before you reach for another expensive cleaner.